Hanover, NH

Hurrah, another state!

Vermont is gone, long live Vermont. Such a terrific state it was... probably the greenest, lushest state since Virginia, with the best footing since southern PA, and the fewest bugs since the beginning of summer. Whenever that was.

We liked Vermont.

But on to bigger and higher mountains... they'll be the biggest since those in the Smokies, with supposedly some of the most beautiful views along the entire trail. And some of the steepest ascents and descents, too. Enough to challenge the sturdiest of knees. And feet.

Speaking of feet, mine are currently MUCH happier than a couple weeks ago. Really, this hiking this is much more fun when every step isn't accompanied by "Ow." I'm almost scared to leave Vermont... maybe if NH gets too bad, we'll subconsciously start the trail in the wrong direction one morning. And not notice 'til we're back in Vermont. The beginning of Vermont.

Just kidding.

Anyhoo, life is good. Just 160 miles to go until Maine!