Day 14
Visited Trail Angel Papa Smurf and Mountain Mama’s house.
Bought thin inserts to replace current ones. Along with more 2nd skin blister pads and first aid tape. I’ll be trying thinner socks and hiking less miles per day.
Back on the trail tomorrow, fingers crossed.
trail whispering - moonshadow 
Our fingers are crossed too. Take it easy and let those pesky toes heal.
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I gotta stop whining and suck it up!
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Happy healing. Feet really do swell, good ideas. You might need bigger shoes too. I size up at least 1 size for long hikes.
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Also, if you aren’t already, Try taking your shoes and socks off every few hours to dry your feet out and then switch into dry socks. I have 2 pairs and have one hanging on the pack. Then I just switch them out every 2 to 4 hours. (apologies for unsolicited advice 😏). Good luck. Like my daddy always said, (he was a hiker) protect your feet.
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Got it! Thx for the tip. I always listen to my Dad’s advice too!
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Yes, I might go up a 1/2 size to a size
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Hi Sally, hope your feet are getting better. You could always try and walk bear feet. What is your trail name?
Good luck!
Angus
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No, my feet are worse, but I’m gonna suck it up and stop whining! Oh, yes, I’d better do a post about my trail name.
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I also want to know your trail name 🙂
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Oh yea! I have a trail name! I’ll do a post to tell.
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Just take a little break for your feet. Rest. Over the course of 4 months this is just a blip, a bump in the trail. You will be back at it soon. BTW, your blog is great!
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Thx so much Charles. I didn’t end up taking too much of a break. My feet are toughening up. I gotta stop whining lol
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