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Days 152-157: I Can’t Believe I Ate the Whole Thing
2196.7 miles, 3,845,033 steps I’m done! In both senses of the word. I’ve trod every (passable) mile of the AT, and it wore me out. I accomplished the mission. I’m ready to go home. But I shouldn’t get ahead of myself. In fact, I retained that mentality all week. On my way to the finish…
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Days 146-151: Lakeview Déjà Vu
2082.0 miles, 3,659,300 steps I’m surprised how much this week was a recapitulation of last. I don’t have a ton of unique things to point out. In the interest of getting this out to you sooner, the day-by-day accounts will resemble brief lists of key moments, rather than polished and cohesive narratives. The overall rhythm…
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Days 139-145: No Pain, No Maine
1976.1 miles, 3,498,416 steps My last entry was a tale of elation and awe. The abundant blessings of inspiring landscapes, immaculate skies, and warm hospitality lifted my spirits. Though the terrain demanded great exertion, the challenge was invigorating and the rewards immediate. As I previously discussed, the characteristics of the White Mountains continue for the…