Saturday, 15 April 2023

AT 20 - 15th April (177.7)








That’s the Dam we came from. 

 Started into the Smokies. Crossed the Fontana dam. Put half my permit into box that was stuffed. They must not open it too often. Then up up up all day, nearly 3000 feet climb with ups and downs. Decided to stay in shelter again. Rain coming before dawn tomorrow and I’m glad to have tent dry. Rain and thunder all day tomorrow so another day of “walking in the rain”. I feel so alive out here. The forest floor is becoming a bed of flowers. The trees are greening up day by day. 

Scout is one day ahead, maybe we’ll meet again soon. 

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5 comments:

  1. Anonymous15 April 2023 at 15:25

    Loving seeing all the beautiful photos. Eimear

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  2. Anonymous16 April 2023 at 00:52

    Really loving the pics Steve. Sounds seriously hard climbing! Praying The Lord bless you with more of a sense of His greatness and The vastness of His love. All my love, Haze

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  3. Anonymous16 April 2023 at 02:31

    Hi Steve. We are thinking of you are following your adventure and reading your blog regularly. Your photos are amazing! You're doing great! Take care! Love Edgar Martina and Luke.

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  4. Anonymous16 April 2023 at 05:47

    Love these pictures and your blog! Praying for you! Heading to ireland soon! We will miss you there! Blessings, Bill and Joann Goans

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  5. Anonymous16 April 2023 at 12:34

    It’s so fun to see the pictures. Thanks for capturing the landscapes and the little details. -Mandy

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