69.22 Bulgaria: The fourth time on the circuit: Snezhanka Tower, Orpheus Rocks, Yazovira Dam and Studenets, thereafter, reverse circuit. Add tail to hike to reach a special viewpoint.
With Jen being sidelined, unfortunately, after a month in Bulgaria, I was able to undertake a few hikes locally by walking out of the apartment and continuing into the mountains. It enabled me to get out for short hikes but being close by without having to use the car. All-in-all, a totally unsatisfactory situation, one of much pain and suffering for Jen and dare I say, a big drain on myself. Nevertheless, I truly believe it brought some comfort to Jen knowing that I was out for a while and good for both my body and I suppose, aspects of my mind. Anyway, that's what she said most kindly. I'll need to do some thinking of the latter although this could place further strain upon my limited mind. In addition, I found that the occasions in the forest provided a comfort and tranquility that moved me into different spaces, obviously of a physical nature, but also, a mental one...a different realm, quite remarkable. After a mile incline, one reaches a dam an...