Back to the Alps

Slightly longer break than hoped for, but am back out to the Alps tomorrow to continue. Foot still not perefect, but improved, and besides we have eaten all the strawberies. A visit to a podiatrist suggested that the probelem was with the second metatarsal (either a hairline fracture or other inflammation) due to likely putting too much weight on it due to defective big toe joint. Best way to avoid problems with it seems to reduce the amount of bending, and in the circumstances his recommendation to do this was just to wear stiff boots. Discussed what I am planning but it seems that if I can carry on without it hurting then shouldn't be making it worse. So, am headed back out tomorrow, with plan to walk in heavy walking boots. Much less suitable for wlaking long distances on paths, but we will see!