On the Roof of Africa!

< Newer | Older > Tue, 02/19/2008 - 15:23 — joi

Rebecca in front of KilimanjaroLast night almost the entire group summitted. Deb had to turn around at 17,000 feet after an unbelievable effort and the rest made it. They stuck together despite how hard those last, cold hours were. All are now safe and on Wed return to the land of internet and hot showers.

This will be our last post but the group will now be able to individually look at your blogs and respond so go ahead and blog these guys. They were awesome!

If you would like to let others know, on Monday, 40 cancer supporters will be posting live from Africa also. Someday I hope to see each of you in Africa, Nepal, North America....so many places to explore in the world. Feel free to drop me an email if you are interested in an adventure sometime.

Thanks again for your love and support. That is what is most important in all our lives. It is what allows us the freedom to search out the high places in the world.

Yours in adventures of life,

Rick

Messages

Congratulations All!

AllenQ — Tue, 02/19/2008 - 15:34

Awesome accomplishment! Congratulations to all! ~Allen

Deb and Gary Zimmermann

Visitor — Tue, 02/19/2008 - 15:40

AWESOME news.... Congratulations!!!!!! Be careful on the way down, Deb! We'll celebrate when you get back!

Cheryl H.

Up and Over the Top

donaldduck — Tue, 02/19/2008 - 15:41

Em--Just received word from Rick that all are safe and you are on your way down to hot showers. What great rewards for a Hard Days Night! Em-can't wait to hear all your stories. Remember that SYLYBB comes from Than the adventure-seeker--so you must be following his dreams. Hurry home to Quin before Millie dognaps her. And what do you want for your celebration dinner?? sylybb-mom

Emily - Congratulations

Visitor — Tue, 02/19/2008 - 15:44

Emily - Been following your journey from the beginning. I am so excited for you.
An adventure you will remember for a lifetime. Congratulations to you and to all who tried. What an effort! You all should be proud. --JB

GREAT JOB!!!!1

linda-1 — Tue, 02/19/2008 - 16:00

THis is to ALL who walked on Kili- I am part of the JOI group heading your way on Friday to attempt what you all have done this week! It has been exciting to follow you up the mountain. I doubt you will ever be the same after this adventure. Thanks for allowing us to share some of your trip. God Bless
Linda #1--- Rick will explain!!

Congratulations

Paul Adler — Tue, 02/19/2008 - 18:45

Hi everyone with JOI.

Truly excellent reading about your adventure as it unfolded and well done to all who made it and also to those that tried their very best. The mountain will still be there for you to give it another go sometime.
I climbed Kilimanjaro with my wife, Fiona, in 2002 and I remember that it was not easy becuase we didn't have much time to acclimatise. It was also cold for us on the summit as well. So well done done again.

Regards, Paul Adler
(Melbourne, Australia)

To The Top and Back

donaldduck — Tue, 02/19/2008 - 21:16

Emily, Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!! and to all who ventured out on the trek. To Lizz and Deb. The challenge you both faced is something that I will most likely never experience. Congratulations for your stamina and courage.

Emily, there is nothing more to say except we love you very much.

sulubb - Dad

Congratulations!!!!!!!

Visitor — Tue, 02/19/2008 - 22:07

YAY!!!!!!! WOW You guys did it!!! That's is so COOL!!!! Congratulations Mom & Dad:)

Love, Danielle

Deb and Gary Zimmermann

Visitor — Wed, 02/20/2008 - 14:57

We've all been watching Sis, Congratulations!! How great to have you & Gary for inspiration. All is super back home, everyone is doing peachy (CLEAR bonescan too). No worries here, just back safely. We love ya loads and are so proud!! XOX Kath

Diane and her group

Marilyn — Thu, 02/21/2008 - 21:07

Hi, Diane, Wonderful....now you are in Tanzania and getting ready for the big moment after all these months of training. We are with you and hoping that all goes well!
Good luck! Marilyn and Dieter

Jerry and Deb (alias Gary and Deb)

Visitor — Fri, 02/22/2008 - 00:24

Ain't no mountain high enough....Rock on!! Love, Sharon!! :) P.S. Just got back from seeing Mom and Dad in Florida. Heather joined Michael and I. Oh, George and Laura called before their trip to try and correspond with YOUR schedule, but I guess you were all too busy!! See you home!

Matt,Char,Pat,and Robin

Visitor — Tue, 02/26/2008 - 14:32

Hi guys, We are so excited for you!! You're finally there!!! We are watching for you. Hope all is going well for you. Love Sheila & fam.

Dear Patrick and Robin.

roadkingjim — Wed, 02/27/2008 - 01:17

I hope all is going well with you both on your journey. Trying to keep tabs on you and looking forward to your return with some pictures. lol