Wednesday September 20, 2017
Bald Mountain Shelter 16.8 tough miles
Total mileage 1863.9
HOOTIE and I said goodbye to Uncle Johnny’s and continued on our way south. It was a hard day with a lot of climbs. 
At the start of the day while we were lower in elevation it got really warm but as the day progressed things weren’t as hot and there was a little breeze. 
We had a good view of the Nolichucky River far below. This river ran right by Uncle Johnny’s Hostel.
HOOTIE and I on our lunch break. I had some leftover chicken parmesan from last night’s dinner. This is one meal that I have been enjoying lately.
I have another mushroom picture for you guys. It amazes me how large these things grow. And I have seen so many of them. They are everywhere out here.
I have started to countdown the miles and hope to be home in less than 3 weeks. I’m ready to be done and snuggled up to Jim each night. I miss him and home. 
HOOTIE’S happy thought for the day…
What did the thesaurus eat for breakfast?…
Synonym toast
I’m thankful for socks. I love socks! Well truly underwear period. I just love it!
Cute pic of you and Hootie. Beautiful scenery. I can see fall leaves in your pics now! š Three weeks will fly by! I can’t believe you’re almost finished!
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Oh I’m so ready to be done!
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You’re my hero. š Hang in there!
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You may have heard about the hurricane damage in GA and NC. Crews are working hard to clear the blowdowns.
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Are there any sections closed?
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No. The trail should be totally clear by the time you get there.
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We have already crossed many blow downs but nothing bad.
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The original count in GA after the storm was 160 if I remember correctly. It’s less than half that now.
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