Bad news from the trail

My foot started hurting during Monday afternoon during the rains from the tropical storm. It hurt progressively worse until I got into Pearisburg yesterday afternoon. I spent the evening icing it, but by this morning, I couldn't walk with my right foot flat on the ground. I knew something wasn't right, and after consulting my parents, I found a ride to the hospital. After some x-rays, the doctor diagnosed me with a subtle stress fracture of the metatarsal. It may heal in two weeks or it may take much longer. I am hoping for the best; with only a little of 600 miles to go, I'd hate to have to get off early. Until then, it's crutches for me.