I was zoning out a bit more than normal

When a hiker knows that town is waiting for them at the end of the day, one tends to move faster. Today was the exception to the rule.

I was extremely sluggish all day today. My feet were sore and my brain was out of touch with reality.

The climb up to Dragon's Tooth was long and rocky. There were plenty of nice views though. It reminded me of why I am out here, it renewed my hiking spirits on some level.

The rest of the day was, well, I'm not quite sure, I was zoning out a bit more than normal. I do rememver walking along a nice stream, and I do remember going up and down quite a bit.

I rolled into Virginia route 311 at 12:30PM, fairly good timing considering I was quite sluggish today. This is where Cookie hitched us a ride into Roanoke, Virginia, where we met Hardbound's wife at Glen Cove Elementary School.

Angie then drove the three dirty hikers(Cookie, Hardbound, and me) to their house. I proceeded to take a shower, eat lunch courtesy of Hardbound and his family, and prepare laundry to be cleaned.

After lunch I checked my email and began the long and tedious process of updating my journal.

Between that and some random conversations, it was time for dinner. Angie, behind my back, paid for my meal, thanks Angie.

Before that, I now realize we paid a visit to the star that sits on top of a hill overlooking Roanoke. There was in incredible view from up there, and the best part is that there was no walking required.

Meanwhile back at the house. After dinner I continued the tedious process of updating my journal. I determined I would finish the rest during my zero tomorrow.

I am very tired right now. I have a funny feeling I will sleep well tonight considering I am sleeping in an actual bed, which makes a huge difference for me.

Time to find out what tomorrow brings.

Good night, and good luck.

Kirby

Ga>ME 2008.