Sweet tea and a shower. I actually look at this a little differently; When on the trail I get away from work, cars, bills, wife/kid issues, and the endless array of useless news. Deprivation is NOT being on the trail. When on the trail I'm at my best.
After a few days, I sure miss having a Cold Beer at the end of the day.
My biggest deprivation on all three of my thru-hikes was Music. and my Girlfriend.
I miss a chair with a back on it and eating on a table.
Whether you think you can, or think you can't--you're right--Henry Ford; The Journey Is The Destination
Fresh foods like salads, veggies, ripe fruit.
You guys forgot the louisiana hot sauce..It just aint a po-boy without that!
My kids and wife. A bit of guilt comes over me after having so much fun without them