July 23, 2012

Start: Poughquag, NY

Happy 1 month trail-versary to us! We woke up today at 7 am to a nasty thunderstorm. The storm was supposed to end by mid morning so we planned to hike out anyway, but before I was even standing on my feet, they were in terrible pain. I have been waiting to get to Kent, CT to be able to get new boots at the outfitter store. Even though we woke up about 25 miles from Kent, my feet decided today was the day they wanted new boots or they were not going to walk. We decided to take a taxi to the outfitter, which turned out to be awesome. I purchased a pair of Keens in a half size bigger than my Merrells were. Keens already have a bigger toe box and with the extra half size, I have room for awesome insoles. Within a few days I think my feet will be much happier. They just need some time to heal and these new boots will feel great. The only problem with the taxi ride to Kent was that it cost $75. We felt that since we live so close we could skip paying the taxi again for a return trip and make up the 25 miles on a weekend in September. So we got a room at the Fife and Drum in town, mailed our old boots home (Brian got new ones too), ate some lunch, and walked around this cute little town with our trail friend No Whistle. Eventually we ate dinner and hung out talking to thru hikers Socks and FM. We had an extra bed in our room, so we invited No Whistle to spend the night and we will all hike out tomorrow.

End: Kent, CT - Fife and Drum Restaurant and Inn

Peace Be The Journey
~Flicka