Auburn – Alabama
October 7, 2010
First, a quick update: I received email from Steve saying that I never smelled like a fish.
He also informed me, referring to our swim workout, that I did not swim like one either.
Anyway, back in Asheville, Kettle and I stayed in a bizarre downtown motel, where each room had a front wall that was almost entirely window. There was a shade, of course, but it was still a bit creepy.
The next morning we picked up Kate, then went for a drive and a hike.
The hike was really nice. Kate and I reminisced about the past, while Kettle lived in the moment.
It had rained recently, so while Kate and I were walking gingerly to avoid water and mud, Kettle was launching himself headlong through the soggy wilderness. At one point he sprinted ahead out of sight, then, after a few minutes with no sign of him, he suddenly came charging up from behind us. I don’t know how he did it, but he was quite pleased with himself.
After the hike we had a late lunch, followed by a long coffee. By the time I left, it was after 4pm. My destination was Auburn, Alabama – which meant driving across the corner of South Carolina, then through Georgia, then into Alabama.
And so, for the first time this trip, I drove through an entire state at night.
Sorry, Georgia. I hope to see you, better, next time.
Kettle brakes for a treat
Kate and Kettle: Happy Hikers
Asheville to Auburn
