One Day Before Summit Night

< Newer | Older > Fri, 02/29/2008 - 14:47 — joi

Brad before climbing the Barranco WallDavid here, Karranga Valley, !3,000 feet. clouds hail, sun

Ten years ago I came down with Diabetes. My wife told me to get out the day and walkk 3/4 mile as part of how to stay healthy. I resisted but went. It was hard. I hated it! I kept at it. Hiking then became a way of life. The beauty, the friends and peace have become part of my life.

Yesterday as I told my story, someone said "and look where you are standing now" Tears came to my eyes.

David Coleman
Cancer Survivor

Messages

Rick, Lori & All

Rita French — Fri, 02/29/2008 - 15:27

Just wanted to send our best wishes for your final up hill climbing day! How'd you do on the Barranco Wall? It has been great reading and listening to the updates and so many times I've gotten choked up this week thinking of you all and what you are doing. Keep pluggin, we're all thinking of you and can't wait to hear all about it!

Bonnie & Jim

JEmpey — Fri, 02/29/2008 - 15:35

Listened to your audio Jim. Most inspiring. Best of everything on your final climb. Know you'll all make it. Thinking of you and waiting for your return to see all the pictures and listen to your story.
Jim and Joan

Hi Lynette

Char — Fri, 02/29/2008 - 16:08

Hi Lynette,
I can only imagine the beauty that you are seeing on Mt Kili today. I am with you in spirit. Although the positive thoughts and prayers that I send seem like such small things, maybe they are the ultimate in resources that anyone can send you at this time to help you along your journey-and I am sure that you are saying, "thank goodness they are the lightest of things, too!"
I am thinking of you and your fellow hikers and urging you all upward. Keep up your strength.
Rest well.
Your friend,
Char

Summit Night

wardbaker — Fri, 02/29/2008 - 16:23

To Bonnie and Jim,
You're closing in on the summit. Lew and I are right there with you - in spirit! You'll all be there together waving your banners after this tremendous teamwork. We'll be celebrating with you. Can't wait to hear about it in person. We love you dearly,
Pat and Lew

Yay Dad!

Visitor — Fri, 02/29/2008 - 16:29

I just wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you. You are doing great and I will alway have faith in YOU!
Michael

To Diane King

Marilyn — Fri, 02/29/2008 - 16:31

I have read all the audios from your team...you are so close to your goal....you all are truly an inspiration to us to put yourself through this tough challenge. I really can hear that there is tremendous group interaction. How beautiful!
Thinking of you!
Marilyn and Dieter

Bonnie Zechman

Diane Bennett — Fri, 02/29/2008 - 16:47

Thoughts with you and climbers. I so admire all of your stamina and strength and tenacious natures. Hope you are well and best of luck as you all reach summitt.

Laurel ,Kathi and your group

shieldbc — Fri, 02/29/2008 - 17:42

Here are the last two verses:
"And He understands every misgiving,
For fear is a part of us all,
But in faith make each step firm and steady,
And the father will not let you fall.
Just remember He's walking beside you
With love that will never fail,
His arm around your shoulders,
His eye upon the trail." Lee Simons

Keep your eyes on the trail- know that our love and arms are around you too.
Blue skies and views of the world to ya! Brenda and the gang

Linda Johnstone

Visitor — Fri, 02/29/2008 - 17:43

Had to send you a message to let you know that you are my hero! Enjoy the view from the top! Looking forward to hearing all of your stories. By the way, has that floss come in handy yet? :o) Linda Heeler

Summit tomorrow

MollyB — Fri, 02/29/2008 - 19:57

I am so excited for all of you. From the audios it sounds like you are all OK and still climbing. Your hard work is paying off. Persisting in prayer that all make the sunnit. South Georgia says Hey!!! ILMbs

"And look where you are standing now"

Mary Clare Reinhardt — Fri, 02/29/2008 - 20:19

Hi David~

Your story touched me. I was in a head-on collision on Jan. 10, 1984. The doctors told me that for the rest of my life I would walk with a limp as my knee cap was partially shattered. I remember right after the accident, watching the Iron Man and telling myself that I wanted to someday participate in one. I haven't done the Iron Man but after much physical therapy and positive thinking, I did many 10K's, long distance bike rides and hiked many mountains. I stood on the summit of Kili on my 50th b-day on June 30, 2007. I so related to your story! Wishing you and the team good luck!!!

Hi Matt & Char

MaryAPal — Fri, 02/29/2008 - 20:30

God be with you as you reach the summit! Frank & Norma send their best.
MAP

David Look where you are standing now

secrider — Fri, 02/29/2008 - 21:11

I was so glad to see your note! I am so proud of what you are doing and miss you terrible
Say hi to everyone for me
Love
Suzie

Laurel and Kathi

alisonll — Fri, 02/29/2008 - 23:01

Thinking about you today. Happy to hear another good day!!! As your climb gets harder, remember how proud we all are of your bravery and courage in undertaking this endeavor. The fact that you've gone this far is huge! Sending you positive energy!!! Alison

Lori & Rick

Visitor — Fri, 02/29/2008 - 23:34

Almost there!! Stay strong and touch the clouds! Can't wait to see you...

Love,
Scott & Diane

Kathy, laurel and all

canoelite — Sat, 03/01/2008 - 00:34

Boy, you're almost to the summit!!! I am just feeling so good for you all!!! I am truly touched by all the effort you have put into the training and now the trip - I guess we can conquer anything if we put our hearts and minds to it!!! Know that lot's of people here are thinking of you all!!!

To Linda Johnstone

Pam Boothe — Sat, 03/01/2008 - 01:04

Such an incrediable journey for an incrediable woman! You know we are with you in heart and spirit. We are so proud of you!! You go girl!!!
Love ya,
Pam

Bonnie, Jim, David and Tom--Kili climbers

Visitor — Sat, 03/01/2008 - 04:26

God bless you all, at the top of the world! Our spirits join with yours. Our bodies could never do it, but our spirits can soar.
Carol and Claude

hello from TN

Visitor — Sat, 03/01/2008 - 05:08

To: Linda Johnstone
Just wanted you to know that we're thinking of you and hope all is well with you and your expedition. Take care sis

John , Kathy & family

To Linda J from Mom J

cwj0488 — Sat, 03/01/2008 - 10:29

Mom asked me to send this message on her behalf. She is watching the MyEverest site from very cold Helena NY. She sends best wishes for for a successful summit climb tonight. Mom J [via CJ]

Kathi and Laurel

shieldbc — Sat, 03/01/2008 - 13:06

One more leg to go-Just a few "gulllies" and you're there! What a great day---enjoy the view and return safely...I'll be thinking of you thruout the day.
Brenda

Calvin D

Visitor — Sat, 03/01/2008 - 19:34

Yeah Calvin and Team
Congratulations on your ascent to the summit! Cyber champagne all around!
I can't wait to hear all the stories when you come back.
Hike safe and return well.
Love, your brother, Jeffrus