Instead of getting a shower and doing laundry at Neels Gap yesterday, all I did was buy a new raincoat and shoe inserts, got lunch, and charged my phone, then carried on. This means on the 26th, today, I am becoming quite ripe. Sleeping is the dead giveaway. At night my thighs are sticky from the built up sweat. I rinsed them, and gave them a good go over with some Gold Bond, but to no avail. Still sticky.
Yesterday was pretty nice out though, to spite the 80 degree heat wave. In fact, it helped dry some of my clothes and gear. I stopped mid day and aired them out. Funny thing is the rain coat I had brought with me, the one I replaced at Neels Gap, still has yet to dry out one iota. It’s almost drippy still. I’m shipping it home as soon as I get to Top Of Georgia Hostel which should be later today. It probably weighs an entire pound with all the water it holds. Worst rain coat EVER! You suck Acer!
Thank God there was no rain last night or today, but I am having a rough go. The first day out was my strongest, which is pretty typical, but my numbers as far as miles complete are bunk. I’ve gotten slower each day. I’m thinking it doesn’t help that it rained for two straight days, my first two days out… And I’m almost out of toilet paper! Noooo!!!!
God, the universe, Buddha, whatever, may be trying to tell me something.
This is going to be a long days hike to Top of Georgia Hostel. When I get there I’m going to adjust gear, eat, resupply, shower, do laundry, and sleep. I’m hoping things get speedier soon. A night in a bunk instead of the tent will help renew my enthusiasm.
