Appalachian Trail Thru Hike 2018 Days 48-54

Upper respiratory infections are awful! We tried to leave Damascus thinking Rachel was getting better, but she just got worse. So, after a day and a half on trail, we got off at a road crossing and had family pick us up. Rachel has been resting and recuperating at home with family and we are heading back at the end of the week.
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[@footpathjunkies1051]

So so glad she is better...you definitely did the right thing taking a break to heal...you guys are awesome!!!!! HikeOn....wish we were out there..

[@KrizAkoni]

Looks like you're continuing to make great progress. Beautiful area. Keep your pace down and stay hydrated - too much too fast may cause relapse.

[@toddweiler227]

One step at a time even if one of them is backwards to regain your balance. You pushed through some incredible miles and weather. The endorphins and adrenaline can only dig so deep. Funny how the bug shot shows it creeping up, but it was a different bug that caught you. Sending you thoughts of strength and healing power for a quick recovery. Hoping your voice, spirits and health improve. All the best.

[@kevinkaiser5498]

That is a great bridge!

[@doowop54]

Glad you are feeling better Ninja Snail!

[@davidlentz9683]

As injuries go, at least infections can be identified, treated and cleared up. :Hike on.

[@pilgrim7779]

Ninja Snail - please check out "Thorlo" socks. I too had problems with hot-spots and blisters on my feet and after I tried these Thorlo socks I never had a single problem again. Much better than Darn-Tough socks in my opinion.

[@hiketell1960]

I will check them out!

[@Nomadic_wanderer1]

I hope you guys Get better

[@halohikes]

Oh my goodness!!!!! So glad you're feeling better. Hang in there, Ninja Snail!

[@freeze4777]

Leuko tape for those blisters. It's amazing stuff. Let me know where to send you some and I'll send you a roll.

[@hiketell1960]

Thankfully her hotspots healed up. They actually never turned to blisters and when we saw the doctor she said that they were just severe bruises.