Day 8: 8/13/20
Start time: 6:50 A.M.
Finish time: 6:45 P.M.
Total time: 11 hours 55 minutes
Mile Marker: 184.9
Miles Hiked Today: 21.6
Have you ever had a day that starts with an annoyance right out of the gate? For me it was the terrible downhill trail made of steps and sharp rocks that absolutely brutalized my ankles and feet before they were warmed up. Then before you know it you've made a laundry list of all of the things you're upset with? Only to realize you're probably just in a bad mood?
I think the hiking yesterday and the poor night's sleep took a rougher toll on me than I realized. I was dragging all day. What I really needed was a shower and a nap. However neither of those were an option. The only treatment I had available was to apply miles liberally until mood improved or destination was reached. Neither of those ended up happening for me today, but I've still got two days of ointment left. I have a strong suspicion the medicine will take hold soon.