Little Foot and his parents left to go pick up their other car that was still parked in the Shennys, and Xan, Neutron and I walked over for a snack at McDonalds. Then we wandered over to Kmart. Then my parents arrived! Hi mom and dad!! We all packed into the van and swung by the post office to pick up Powder and Russell who texted me at the perfect time.
We drove the 15 miles over to the hotel in Strasburg and were glad we weren't hiking in the 90+ degree day. My mom set up the food on the one picnic table near the parking lot, which was in the BLAZING sun. No dogs in the hotel, so Russell dug a cool hole under the table and we tried to hide in the small shady spots.
An hour later, we were all too hot to stay out there so we moved the party into one of the rooms and tied up Russell outside the window. Little Foot and his parents showed up and we all feasted on ham salad sandwiches, fruit, quinoa salad, chips, dips, brownies (from Leah - thanks girl!!), and sodas. We chatted for hours about the trail and other fun things until Little Foot's parents left to head home.
The boys went for a swim in the pool while I showered and soaked in the tub. Nice and relaxing... When we were all dry, it was time for ribs and a movie. Dan made ribs at home that were as awesome as they always are, and we popped in Couples Retreat in the DVD player he brought with him. What a brother... And what a great night in! Slowly but surely, we went to bed in beds. (well, except Powder who will be sleeping in the van with the dog - it's a completely pet free hotel with a stiff $250 fine!?! Sorry Powder!)
Back to hiking and sweating tomorrow.
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-- Posted from the trail...
Location:Strasburg, VA
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