Reception is more than a little spotty on the trail of course, so I will do the best I can.
I started my hike at Amicalola Falls State Park in Georgia. I signed in there to register my hike. The falls are about 729 feet high and they are the largest cascading water fall east of the Mississippi River. Climbed up to the top.
From there, I hiked to Springer Mountain, which has the trails first white blaze on it. The weather was great and the air smelled fresh.
I spent my first night at Stover Creek Shelter. Went to bed as soon as I made camp. Hike all day with a guy from Iowa and Indiana.
I also reflected on life and the difficulties I had over the last few weeks. All I know is I am grateful to have a great family, the best girlfriend and some amazing friends who helped me and were there for me.
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So proud of you and glad to see pictures of the trail and you!
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Looking real good there Hoss! Whats the pack weight? Doesn’t look like your regular 65, Living the dream…I’m really excited to follow along with ya ,Matter of fact I think I’ll have a cigar in your honor! One foot in front of the other .
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Wow! You Are doing it!! Look fwd to following along.
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Great to see such a broad smile on your face, almost as broad as the ones on ours. hope the weather holds for you, have a great day, eat something!!
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Looks like you are right where you are supposed to be. Enjoy all that you see
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Looks like you are in your element. Enjoy every minute of it.
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