Saturday, 13 April 2013

Day 6 and it was nearly in the bag.

A pretty relaxed start to day 6 with the boys eating breakfast alfresco and Myra's car getting packed full! Although we decided that we could not fit the last 2 bottles if water in Myra's car so we would just have to carry them with us.

After saying bye to Myra & the boys who were driving to Fort William we stopped for sandwiches whilst chatting to the Jamieson's then headed off.

The climb out of Kinlochleven wasn't too bad and we mad good progress and kept up the usual chat with who we met. A coffee stop kept us fresh but it was quite exposed so it was short. Today's walking was on slightly harder terrain underfoot but spirits were high. I think everyone was in countdown mode and we decided that halfway would be a good time to stop and have lunch. It was there that we would see Ben, Tim, Lou & Mike for the last time as they laughed at us sharing tap water with our sandwiches they made a donation to the already growing collection.

Post lunch it really was just enjoy the last miles, admire the scenery & reflect on what had been a great week. As we got closer Myra and the boys came to meet us and as we approached Fort William we saw Dave, Andy & Calum with Scamp come towards us. It was a slow stroll through Fort William to the end meeting 2 men & the nice dog on the way. We realised we had lost some of the we will finish first bets but I don't think any of us cared.

Emotions were running high as the end neared and it felt like a fantastic achievement for us all. There was plenty of bubbly water, snacks, congratulations & photographs to end the walk. We greeted and congratulated all those who came in as we waited there before grabbing a bite to eat AND you guessed it more tap water.......







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