Hi Sweetie!
Woke up bright and early, got everything packed up after breakfast, and we managed to leave camp by about 9:20, almost right on schedule. Today was another day of lovely trails, though the noticeable difference was the number of other hikers that were also on the trail. The terrain was again beautiful, and we had to go by several hot springs and take a bridge over a hot stream, which, in an abundance of caution, Maureen took each mule over separately. Apparently a number of disasters have occurred on that bridge, and with a steaming hot stream to fall into, several animals have been badly scalded. We got over it with no problems, just taking our time. And before we knew it, we arrived at the trailhead around 12:30, with the truck and trailer waiting for us! We unpacked, sorted, loaded and were heading out within the hour. We arrived at the airport a few hours later, where I secured my rental car, transferred everything over, said good-bye to my new trail buddies, and headed over to the hotel. A quick stop at Albertsons for a couple of frozen dinners and cereal pots for the mornings, and I was soon checked into the hotel again. I took a long hot shower (after I took a short bath, stopping the drain with a washcloth as best I could), and I'm not going to be long out of bed, I'm exhausted! Good night, my darlin'! I so wish you had been able to come with me in person, though I know you were there every step of the way in spirit! Love you forever!
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