MST Trek Day 64

Spent the night at the Hampton Inn in Goldsboro.  The tropical storm had passed.  It was replaced by very hot temperatures and high humidity. Kevin came around 6:30 am and took us back to the trail head where Tennille and I started out.  I really wish they had not clear-cut this area-- trees were few and far between.  There were lots of clouds in the sky and it did rain; however, not a drop hit us.  It seemed we were just a few steps behind the sprinkles, which would have helped cool us down.  The only thing we got from that was added humidity from the rain evaporating off the roads.  Navigation was pretty easy, as we only had to make 4 turns; too, there is no shortage of people who seem to be baffled that we are walking by choice!  Several people stopped, and were quite insistent that they would be more than happy to take us where we were going.  By afternoon, hiking had slowed to a crawl, and we stopped  at every shady spot that Tennille could find.  At a couple of stops, people came out of their houses with water for Tennille and me.  That was greatly appreciated.  We made another 18 miles today and are now over 700 for the trek.  Kevin picked us up and took us to his house so we could camp in his yard once again.  Cheryl and Terry drove to Goldsboro from Wilson and brought me a resupply.  They also stopped at Starbucks and got me a cappuccino with an extra shot.  Very much appreciated!!  We lightened our load once again so I can carry extra water for Tennille.  I sent back every extra piece of clothing possible and Tennille's sleeping bag-- we'll share from here on.  Tomorrow is expected to be about the same as today, weather-wise, and we are hoping the forecast for the Croatan when we reach the area is incorrect.  It is supposed to in the 90s and incredibly humid.  If anyone is planning on joining me in this portion of the hike, please give Laine a call or leave her a message. We expect to hit just south of Kinston tomorrow.