It's astonishing how everything just falls in to place when you really need it to. That's exactly what happened in Rangeley, ME.
Mom, Dad, I know that you always taught me to never take candy from strangers but these "strangers" (soon to become amazing people) offered us laundry, hot showers and a hiker dinner. I, without hesitation, said yes.
Before I divulge into this outstanding trail magic experience, I need to mention a few other happenings that make Rangeley my favorite trail town.
After hiking 9.4 miles to the trail head, we found a quick ride in to town and immediately started looking for a diner for breakfast. A lady we met on the sidewalk suggested the BMC Diner, as she was headed there herself. We heeded her advice and gave BMC our business. When we were ready to pay for our meal, the waitress informed us that it had been taken care of. We were baffled. Who would buy us breakfast? The waitress told us of the lady who paid for our meal, which was the same one we met on the sidewalk. Bless her heart!
After breakfast we hit up the library to catch up on emails and to check our bank accounts so we don't run out of money. 11 blog entries later I needed a break so Samwise and I went to get milkshakes and fries. I love milkshakes.
Right before we made our way to the library we stopped at the Outfitter to get some fuel and a buckle for Samwise. It's a good thing we did.
Brian and Lourrie offered to give us a ride back to their cozy cabin on the lake where we could take a hot shower, do laundry and enjoy dinner and breakfast with them.
They even let us watch Aladdin on VHS! For dessert we had pie with ice cream... yum.
Brian and Lourrie - Thank you so so much for everything you did. We were in dire need of showers and laundry and even more so, a warm, comfortable place to relax and recharge. Your hospitality will go a long way, as well as the experience and wisdom you embarked upon us.
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