Entry 36 Part 2 - The Heat of Devil's Backbone: Infrared Frustrations and the Adirondack Reset

The Infrared Struggle The Heat Threshold: Noting that the day became "unfortunately hot" as early as 9:30 a.m. and continued to intensify throughout the afternoon.   Sun Exposure: Describing the frustration of being "pelted" by the sun, noting that even the foliage of the southeast provided little protection from the intense infrared heat.   Easily Editable: Admitting to a state of high irritability and being "easily editable" due to the day's physical toll, a feeling recalled vividly from the 2022 road-walking experience.   The Devil’s Backbone Arrival Recovery Beverages: Arriving at the brewery and utilizing "carbonated recovery beverages" to pep up after the demanding miles.   The Cost of Business: Acknowledging that while the heat was annoying, it is simply the "cost of doing business" when pursuing the trail.   Adirondack Quest: Searching the brewery grounds for the perfect Adirondack chair to serve as a "built-in table" for the evening.   Evening Rhythms Shifting Temperatures: Noting a sudden, "wild" shift as the evening air begins to feel chilly despite the day's extreme heat.   The "Two Entrée" Hunger: Expressing a level of hunger that might require ordering two full entrées at the brewery restaurant.   Botox Chafing: Joking about the "Botox" (backside) being quite chafed from the day's heat and movement.