The Overnighter

So, I just got back from the most hiking I have ever done. 4 weeks with a cumulative total of hiking hours that is more than I have completed in my entire lifetime. And now I know why. First of all I am a swimmer, completely different climate. Hiking at 2100 plus meters which is more than a mile, is a lot different then swimming a mile horizontally. Second of all the shoes. Or should I say hiking boots. Mine may be comfortable one but once I take them off I can feel the blisters appear and my feet smell like vinegar. Yum? The refuge that we stayed at however was adorable and the man that ran it was quite nice although a little too concerned about les filles et les garcons. It was a lot of fun and they made us potatoe pancakes and we had fresh french cheese made by the brother of the owner right across the valley. Quite an experience. Then at 10:23 we got to see the International Space Station pass by which was cool. Today when we were hiking up and down this very narrow and steep sheep/goat trail it started hailing! Those hail stones pelted us and the stones creating a very shaking environment. Glad I made it out of their alive! :) I am very tired but I am so greatful for the experiences. Pictures up soon. Tomorrow is the Tour de France and you all should watch it because it is coming right through where I have been living for the past month. You may even be able to see me! So tune in.