[at-l] End of the line

[charles@uswnet.com (Charles Copeland)]

I'm sorry to read this but I'm glad you will be able to hike again.  The
fact that you made it from Neels Gap to Harpers Ferry showed a lot of
strength, courage, and stubbornness to reach your goals.  Congratulations on
your hike!!

Charles

P.S. Also 500 miles is still a *long* way!!



> From: Shakeyleggs <atthruhiker2001@yahoo.com>
> Date: Mon, 16 Jul 2001 09:33:59 -0700 (PDT)
> To: AT-L <at-l@mailman.backcountry.net>
> Subject: [at-l] End of the line
> 
> Well everyone it finally happened. I had just put my
> pack on my back and was getting ready to get out of
> Harpers. I was only able to take 2 steps before my
> right knee totaly gave out. I fell flat on my face.
> After mych cussing and composing myself. I was able to
> get to the doctors there in Harpers. I was informed
> that I needed to get off the trail NOW. I was not in
> the greatest shape emotionally at the time and still
> feel really bummed out but after these 2 days I have
> come to grips with my situation. I made it home ok.
> And am now waiting on seeing my doctor. I was told
> that the damage I did will probably have to be
> repaired surgecally (sp). I asked about hiking long
> distances in the futyre and was informed that my knee
> should be better than new if the repair goes good. I
> will keep everyone informed. I just have to remember
> that the trail is not going anywhere and that I WILL
> do a thru in the future. But I did manage to make it a
> little over 500 miles.
> 
> =====
> Bob A.K.A. Shakeyleggs
> GA>ME SOON
> www.trailjournals.com/shakeyleggs
> 
> A bad day on the trail is still so much better than a great day at work
> 
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