Everest finally in our sights!

< Newer | Older > Thu, 09/13/2007 - 10:18 — pps

After 13 days we finally see the awesome North faceDATE:9/13/07
LOCATION: Everest Base Camp, Rongbuk Monastery. 1633 ft
EVENT: Trekking 7 hours to base camp

Rocky here. Others are out either sleeping or waiting for Everest or Chomolanga (mother goddess of the universe) to appear from behind the afternoon clouds. Arrived to camp by the monastery to the sound of the monks hitting the gong above camp. 13,000 feet above us, the top of the world. We are surrounded by legends, history, dreams, disasters and spectacular beauty. We are now part of those hopes and dreams.

Tommorrow we walk as far as we are going to go toward Everest, into the morraine at the base of the Rongbuk Glacier. Beyond that we would be on the ice.

There will be one more post to the web after this one on the trek. We hunker around a 2 by 3 inch screen each night to see who has written us. When you are this far from home, it is warming to hear from you all.

Tommorrow, weather willing, the classic monastery in front of Everest shot. Stay tuned.

Messages

Almost there!

debe — Thu, 09/13/2007 - 10:54

Congratulations! EVEREST! (I think I'm slightly envious!) Chris, what a way to start my day, hearing your voice. Can't wait to see you & hear all about the trip. These posts have meant a lot to us at home too. Love deb

so close

Dsmythe — Thu, 09/13/2007 - 11:12

Happy to hear all are doing well and that you will be to your destination soon. Can't wait to see all of the pictures. Chris you sound well. Take Care and thanks for the updates it has been great to get a little bit of the travels the group has been on.
Darcy

Everest~!~!~~

dance — Thu, 09/13/2007 - 11:48

COOL!!
It is so great to get a day to day update on your progress! Great pics, great audio!!
Sounds like everybody is healthy and doing well ! What a fantastic journey for you all. It sounds and looks like you all have been touched by the magic of the mountain and the people. Be safe.
Deb

awesome

stevenusafrench — Thu, 09/13/2007 - 14:16

Simply amazing to think that you guys are having all the fun.....I am happy for all of you!!!

KUDOS!!

DARCEY — Thu, 09/13/2007 - 15:04

You're almost there!!! I got goosebumps reading todays post. (but then you know me!) We're all cheering you on here. I printed out all the posts so everyone is up to date. Miss and love you tons my gaily gurl! Be safe. See you soon!!! ~~darcey

KUDOS Gail!!

DARCEY — Thu, 09/13/2007 - 15:04

You're almost there!!! I got goosebumps reading todays post. (but then you know me!) We're all cheering you on here. I printed out all the posts so everyone is up to date. Miss and love you tons my gaily gurl! Be safe. See you soon!!! ~~darcey

A Peak @ the Top O' the World

RobSprint10 — Thu, 09/13/2007 - 16:21

What an amazing pilgrimage for you all! Take a deep breath & savor it! Great to see the posts & that you are all having the experience of a lifetime!! Be safe & God Bless, Rob

Sounds AMAZING!

Lyzzi22 — Thu, 09/13/2007 - 18:07

Congrats to all of you! It looks and sounds like a wonderful eye-opening experience. Looking forward to seeing lots of pictures when you get home Dad! Did you find any yak yarn? Love, Sally and Liz Kuehl

Message for Kevin

bdwh — Thu, 09/13/2007 - 19:22

Thinking of you often and praying for your safety. Have a great climb! Love, Nana and Ray

Wow!!

Lil — Thu, 09/13/2007 - 19:25

Hey Chris, Sounds like you are all having a great time!!! Awsome photos! Everyone here says hi!! ... Today you missed out on new computers and Krispey Cream Doughnuts! Be safe and have fun!!! ...and Lisa says "don't fall off any mountains"....and Marty thinks anything we are writing now is being scanned by communists....etc...etc...etc... :)

wish we were with you

jane — Thu, 09/13/2007 - 20:55

Sounds so exciting to be at the base of Mt Everest.Thats one place we have only seen from a distance. Take lots of pix.Cant wait to hear all about it when you get back. 7 hour hikes!! Yikes!!Congratulationsand love Aunt P.

Base Camp

Kaka — Thu, 09/13/2007 - 21:20

As our pal Tino would say, WOW! We are happy for you Dada and just a bit jealous to be down here practically at sea level. Take lots of good pics and mind your feet!

up up and away

bradley kane — Fri, 09/14/2007 - 00:13

GAIL, sounds like you are almost there!! How exciting! A dream come true! be safe, have fun and be certain to take in your surroundings! Love you bradley! PS your dog is jealous of rocky and maybe me too!

Hey Dad!

IrishKelly — Fri, 09/14/2007 - 01:36

Hi Dad!
I saw your picture and hope you're doing well!
I bet you're having an amazing experience and I'm sure you're taking lots of photos.

Miss you, be safe!
Love,
Kelly Pookins