A Gnat for a Snack?!

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I received a phone call from Scarecrow today, just to check in and say hello while on a break from a 20 mile incline (I'm glad that wasn't me) So, after the typical questions of how the kids were, and how the new puppy was, (yes, he knows we got a puppy) he began to cough.  But not just like there was a tickle in his throat. He was coughing and couldn't speak.  But was trying to continue on about what they were doing, and where they were headed next.  Except I could not understand him, because he was coughing so aggressively.  I got a little nervous, and asked where MattyRedrock was, and he got out in between coughs that he went up ahead while Scarecrow stopped for a potty break and a phone call.  This is how it went:

Scarecrow: *coughing uncontrollably and trying to talk*
Me: "are you okay?!"
Scarecrow: "yes, I am fine. A gnat just flew to the back of my throat and I can't get him out."
Me: *laughing uncontrollably and gave up talking*

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Needless to say, by the end of the conversation, we established that he was indeed okay, they were still pedaling, and finally on the third map of the state.

 In a text from MattyRedrock: "Helllloooo... made Bannack today.  Not much past here, not much here either.  But, it's their biggest weekend of the year.  It's called Bannack Days Weekend, similar to an Old Bethpage festival.  We are not sticking around for much of it tomorrow, but it does give us FREE admission to the french toast breakfast. Boo ya!"  He also said he was suffering from some bad sunburn on his knees, applying sunblock 3 times a day, and the hot sun is burning right through it. Poor Matt ~ we hope you have some relief soon!

I am not quite sure if they will make it to the border of Mexico with only a few weeks left, but we are all following along, cheering you on, looking forward to your experiences and stories along the way.  Happy trails, safe traveling, clear weather and a positive attitude is what we are all praying for... To see their latest check in, please click HERE

Until next time,

Corinne & The Thruhiker's Wife