User blog comment:PinkFlyingBunny/Thalia Kidnapped?/@comment-4669934-20111219061528

She probably just ran into some small monster or something. They're capable of taking care of themselves. plus Thalia said she would meet Jason back at camp half-blood, she didnt say when. Hera/Juno zapped them there, Thalia and the hunters had to walk back. CA to NY isnt a quick trip.