I spent the weekend in Jersey City. It was Phoebe's first birthday. The weather was warm and a great time was had by all. I'll post some pictures in detail tomorrow.
Last Thursday night we had an overnight guest who was taking a night off from hiking the Long Trail. Nick met him when he was hiking a few weeks ago. James is from southern Australia. He's been in Europe for the past 8 years teaching along the way. A month ago, his sister was married in Toronto, so he left the UK and traveled to the wedding. After the wedding he decided that he should "do a bit of a hike" and settled on the 270 mile walk on the Long Trail.
With clean clothes, a full stomach and a good night's sleep, Nick took him back to the Lincoln Gap to continue. Each evening we wonder, "Where do you think James is now?" I know Nick can envision where he might be, because he's hiked all of that northern part of the trail. We hope to see him again, and certainly wish him well.
A picture of James and Nick before continuing the trip.
Well, I just couldn't resist posting at least one picture of the birthday girl opening some presents.
More tomorrow!
What a beautiful birthday girl. She looks so much like Beth.
Is Nick standing in a hole? Your hiker/guest is a tall one.
Posted by: terry | October 06, 2009 at 09:08 AM