Heroes

Tuesday, July 1
Mile 1089

I can see lake Tahoe! This is kind of surreal, because I remember when it seemed SO far away.. The miles are starting to fly.

Today, we walked six miles to the Carson Pass visitor's center, and found out that there was a pub 7 miles down the road where we could watch the US play Belgium in the World Cup.. and eat burgers.. And beer.. Sold! It's been so hot during the day that we don't really want to hike between 10 and 4 anyway. A couple easy hitches, full bellies, and an evening swim told us we made the right call.

More snow crossing on the Elephant's Back before Carson Pass

So we "her-o"ed, Magic Stick's word for hiking in the morning, partying in town, then hitting the trail again in the same day. I'm feel so relaxed about the trail and the schedule now; much more so than I was at the beginning of the hike. I am truly believing that everything works out, and having fun is the key to success on the trail. Being too strict with myself leads to burnout, and I'm in this for the long haul.