JBandStacy2014

Following our exit from Helen, my injured knee continued to swell. With that being said, it was impossible to climb mountains and we were forced off the trail. We made it quite some ways, but now must lighten our packs and look after my knee. We got an extended stay hotel in Asheville, NC and will be rejoining the trail as soon as we upgrade to lighter gear and fix my knee. Sorry to everyone that we disappointed. We are staying in the area and will not be returning to Florida, Vegas, or anywhere else. We are currently looking for work here in Asheville in order for us to replenish the money that we are spending on hotels and to upgrade our gear. We will get back on the trail as soon as finances and health allows us too. We didn't expect to be in these hotels this long, have an injury, nor have to upgrade gear.

My warning to others: Watch your weight...it can and WILL injure you.

BTW: It may be a torn meniscus.

Tear Drop