Hey woolrocks! We are neighbors! Take a look here for my recent SHT trips and pics. I did two different 2 days trips and one 3 day trip on the SHT last year. If you have transportation or use the shuttle, there are a boatload of options for a 3 day hike. Many have enough elevation change to keep things interesting. I will also be doing several 2 and 3 day trips this year. I plan to complete the trail over the next 2 summers...
Have fun, and if you see an old guy with a large German Shepherd on the SHT, say hello!