nearly there!!!

so we have hiked 139 miles to gorham and we only have 16 miles left to finish and entire state! how about that?! we found out that this part of the Appalacian Trail is as hard as it gets. the manual says, "when you get to new hampshire, you've done 80% of the miles, now get ready for 80% of the work". you simply go up the mountain to 5 or 6 thousand feet, then you go down the mountain. oh, and to add to our pleasure the trail is mostly rocks and roots so we have to pick every step carefully so we don't bust up an ankle or leg. but did i tell you we are having fun?! it's been the most incredible adventure i've ever had on a hike. the white mountains are absolutely breath taking, it's hard to hike on when you get to the top of a really good peak.

we've traversed over 19 peaks above 3,000 feet, stayed in half a dozen shelters, met close to 20 thru-hikers, and stayed in 1 hostel and 1 hotel. this is the life as a hiker, it's been sensational! thanks to my gorgeous, willing, loving, incredulous wife, i've gotten to experience something for the first time, life on the trail.

thanks for all your love, support and candy! we have really benefited from your gifts! Lots of love.

Jay