43.13 Bansko, Bulgaria: A wonderful visit to three alpine lakes at ascending altitude.
Taking the gap. As we came over the ridge, the scene stunned us. We did not realize a lake existed as it had been under cloud and mist cover moments before. Clouds dissipate for a moment. ...and then return just as quickly at Sinanishko Lake. While walking down a steep slope in a forest on a wet day, having just put on our distinctive blue ponchos, I paused to think for a moment. Some might say: 'Nice change'. I suppose so. What were we doing mid-afternoon on an early winter afternoon, off-trail, slippery underfoot, about to be rained upon and straining to find a reasonable path which would take us home. I mentioned this to Jen, one of those no-nonsense types, who make life a lot easier for themselves. She does not concern herself with things she cannot change. She has other issues. For example: Me. Her reply was straight forward. "Are you enjoying yourself?" "I'm loving it," I replied. Bear in mind we were stuck in o...