The Pros and Cons of Backpacking

Since I mentioned here that I took a backpacking trip to the Great Smoky Mountains last weekend, I might also mention that I'm writing a tongue-and-cheek description of the trip, with some pretty good photos, over at Word Munger. The first installment is up now. (Language may be NSFW)

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