We hiked an easier 11 miles today into Duncannon where we are spending the night at the old Doyle Hotel. Showers. Burgers. Laundry. Bed. What more could you ask for? Actually, this hotel is somewhat historic, and while it's not a five-star hotel, it's a great hiker stop! We've managed to stay out of the rain so far this week, but the heat is catching up to us. We've been pulling some longer days through Boiling Springs and across the countryside. We literally walked through fields, across roads, and over highways yesterday. Due to the rain last week, mud has overtaken the trail. My shoes are a completely different color (and smell) than when we started. And I'm beginning to see that the trail tears shoes apart. Thankfully, my feet are adjusting well and no longer hurt to the touch. That is a huge blessing! After our break tonight, we will head out tomorrow to what we hear are the dreaded rocks of PA. One more week on the trail then home for our younger brother's graduation. Then he will come and hike with us for a week before sending us on our way further up to Maine. I can't believe we've already been out here three weeks and have covered over 300 miles. We are finally into a routine and after learning the ropes, are feeling capable of our abilities out here. And we've met some super nice (and even crazy) people. With names like Heavy Metal, Bike Rider, Mousetrap, Smurf, and Mango, what would you expect? I'm wondering what the trail will throw at us next?
Teen Bean
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