Sunday, May 16, 2010

SUNDAY, MAY 16TH - WRIGHTWOOD - MILE 370

Had another welcomed call from Dad this evening. He arrived in Brightwood around noon today after climbing, climbing and climbing some more. He didn't think he would ever quit climbing and his legs are TIRED. He's sharing a hotel room tonight with a real nice young fella he met either yesterday or today that seems quite motivated as well. The couple he ate with at McD's is still hiking with him also, so he's glad to have some "company" again. The gentlemen (from McD's) is a former park ranger for the Grand Canyon for 24 years, so has some excellent trail experience to share.

The first picture is of the mountains that he will have to navigate (detour) around since they are not passable because of snow. The second picture is of the LA basin in a distance - you can see the haze and fog
The 3rd picture is of the trail and possibly able to see Hwy 15 below...

I think I have the pics in this order, if not, you'll know which one goes with which description.

He was telling me today that the "angel" that had root beer floats waiting for the hikers a couple of days ago; after visiting with her, come to find out her parents live in Ferndale, WA (which is just north of where I live here in Bellingham). Small world.

He was reading his bible along side the trail and another hiker came upon him and inquired what he was reading, Dad replied "I'm reading my guidebook, it's the best one out there". He is keeping encouraged.

They have a ride scheduled for around 10:00 am tomorrow (Monday) to head back to the trail. It will be a long week and possibly that long before we hear from him again. Thanks for your comments, I read them to dad when he calls. He appreciates them ALOT!

Have a great week!



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  1. AnonymousMay 16, 2010 at 9:33 PM

    The pics are amazing! It is inspiring to think of the bible as a guidebook...hadn't thought about it in "that" facet. Nice to hear encouragement just in the simple things! Keep pressing on, Uncle Larry! Thanks for sharing your heart!, Hugs, Dana

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  2. UnknownMay 17, 2010 at 6:42 AM

    just thinking about you, uncle Larry...neat to see the pictures and hear about your experiences. I'm especially enjoying seeing hills and mountains since it's so flat around here where we live. I bet it's amazing to see in person. keep on trekin'! Love~Shar

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  3. UnknownMay 17, 2010 at 7:27 AM

    Hi Larry. I met you at Madras 2 years ago. I have the white and red Maule. I am related to Evan and Kim by marriage. Have a fun and safe hike. Cheers Rob

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  4. AnonymousMay 20, 2010 at 9:27 AM

    Hi, Larry! You're making good progress! The former park ranger at the Grand Canyon would be a great person to try to stay with! I called Jon Wright yesterday, and mentioned your trek. He wanted to know your blog address, so you may be hearing from him. He's at Mountain Ranch, where convention starts today. Keep truckin', pardner! Bob Pfister

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