Backpacking the PCT Part 3

In which I get to experience COURAGE.

POSTS TO READ FOR CONTEXT AND A BETTER EXPERIENCE:

Backpacking the PCT PART 1

Backpacking the PCT Part 2

Taking the Wizard to the PCT

I slept very well that night in Deep Creek canyon, snug in my daughter-in-law‘s little screen tent, the down sleeping bag with the inflatable mattress and tiny travel pillow like Goldilocks’ bed: just right. I woke up a few times but couldn’t see the stars without putting on my glasses, so I let them be what they were: fuzzy, dim night lights in a friendly dark.

Caleb had already been to the Hot Springs to “limber up” and had the tiny firebox going with hot water on to boil when I arose.  He used a drip setup for a nice strong brew. “I know you need your morning coffee, Mom.”

“You got that right. Thanks!” 

I had packed a couple of things for myself which included the non-sugar sweetener and creamer I’d like to start my day with. I doctored my aluminum cup, stirred it with a twig, and changed into my (still wet) suit for another trip to the Hot Springs before w…