Why climb a mountain? It's hard to know where to begin to explain the "why" behind my desire to climb a mountain. Growing up in the foothills of the Rockies, along the Wind River Range, we climbed mountains because they were there! From a very young age, I have loved the mountains and the sensation of reaching the top. I guess the short answer is as simple as; because I can, because I have always wanted to summit a "fourteener", because I wanted to do something to mark my 40th year of life, because I was invited, because there is nothing like it!
I have tried to talk myself out of going on this trip more than once. Telling myself it's selfish to take a trip like this without my kids and husband, its too much money, I shouldn't take off from work, and the money could be better spent on something else. Those reasons are, to some degree, all true, but there are two reasons I didn't back out: 1. A husband who understands my inner drive and fascination with adventure and 2. A dad who told me, "you'll never complete your bucket list if you always wait for a better or perfect time."
Am I excited? Nervous? Thrilled? Anxious? Yes, yes and YES! I hope to use this blog as a way to share my training and preparation,thoughts and reflections, and goals and excitement...and maybe a few funny stories about Joey!! It is my prayer, this will be an opportunity to raise awareness and funds for a tremendous cause (Alzheimer's Assoc.), as well as participate in something I will never forget.
I hope you'll join our team and be a part of A Climb to Remember!
One step at a time...one foot in front of the other...
Jenothy
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