the singlemost irritating song on the planet. Especially when performed at karaoke, at Quincey’s Pizza, by a group of senior hikers. Many of whom also apparently clog. A very special experience. One of many out on the trail.
Fortunately, we slackpacked today, so we could come back to town and take a hot shower after 15 miles in the snow, our first snowfall on the trail. Though it’s always great to hit a new state, Tennessee didn’t exactly welcome us with open arms. With high, swirling winds, freezing temps, and what the meteorologists call a “wintry mix,” yes. What the hell does that mean anyway? Isn’t it just the weather guys saying we have NO IDEA what will happen, but it’s going to be cold and there will be some form of precipitation. Well, we experienced all forms of precip today, in all states.
Unfortunately, at this point, we need to head back into the woods. It has become clear that inertia is going to become a serious problem on our south bound leg. Once in town, we want to stay in town. Perhaps it is the shorter days, or the turning leaves, but we are finding it more difficult to get off our asses and head back into the woods. As a result, despite the fact that the weather is not the best and not likely to get better for a couple more days, we're off tomorrow!
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