Entries from Expedition Dispatches
Posted by: Jeff Martin
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Posted by: JJ Justman, Katrina Bloemsma
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Elevation: 13,800'
On The Map
Hi Keith (Lewis)
I am so excited for you and a little scared. Your mom keeps me in formed of all your adventures and accomplishments, and I could not be more proud of you. Everyone back home is thinking and living vicariously through you, have a wonderful and safe trip. God be with you and your team.
Love,
Stacy your Virginia cousin!
Posted by: Stacy Turner on 2/11/2014 at 8:47 am
Keith (Rich), love looking at the pics- how lucky you guys are to be surrounded by those gorgeous mountains! Love reading the blurbs of your days! Hope you are enjoying every minute…Doug and I are living through you guys (and the peace and quiet there) as the whole neighborhood is having a dance party in our playroom! Enjoy the moment! xo
Posted by: Nikki on 2/10/2014 at 4:07 pm
Posted by: JJ Justman, Katrina Bloemsma
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Elevation: 13,800'
Thanks for the support! I have just a few min of connectivity; Set a personal best today, the gear carry to camp 1 (was super easy, NOT) put be at 4800m/15k ft. Back at base tonight.
Kiernan happy birthday!
Aidan i cant wait to hear how you won 5 bucks from mom.
Devlin i love you too.
Julian, team & guides are great and the jury is still out but I think Paris might have been a better vacation ;) Xoxoxox
Posted by: KenM on 2/9/2014 at 11:56 am
Rich! Love you so much and wish I were there with you! Have fun and enjoy the climb…looking forward to more blog posts we are following them closely! Stay safe
Siriana says “Daddy I love you have a good trip and make sure you are safe in Agacagua in Chile” LOL
Ky says “I love you Daddy and have fun at Aquacongua and be safe so we can see you on the computer while you are in your tent!”
Chanchai is sleeping so no comment from him right now. :-)
Posted by: Susie on 2/9/2014 at 9:05 am
Posted by: JJ Justman, Katrina Bloemsma
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Elevation: 13,800'
Get it Dad!!! Wish I was climbing up there with you! Love you!
-Ezra
Posted by: Ezra on 2/8/2014 at 1:40 pm
Way to go Casey! Enjoy your adventure. We are thinking of you and praying that you get up and down the mountain safely and with incredible memories.
Posted by: Emelie Kallen on 2/8/2014 at 9:42 am
Posted by: JJ Justman, Katrina Bloemsma
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Elevation: 10,550'
On The Map
Hi Brenda ,looks like the sun gods are treating you right blue sky’s we miss you but happy for your dream come true, xoxoxo
Posted by: Richie larscheid on 2/6/2014 at 8:21 pm
WOW… sounds like you are all having a great time! We miss you Casey… Ezra, Eva, Isaac and I are watching your progress. So Exciting:)
Andrea
Posted by: Andrea Cerretani on 2/6/2014 at 6:52 pm
Posted by: Jeff Martin
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Posted by: JJ Justman, Katrina Bloemsma
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Elevation: 9,000'
Hola to Bob and everyone. From Bill and Candi in St. John’s, FL (elev. negligible)
Posted by: Biil on 2/6/2014 at 11:00 am
Hope you have blue sky’s all the way to the top!
Posted by: Richie larscheid on 2/6/2014 at 6:18 am
Posted by: Jeff Martin
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Hello fellow climbers! I am glad to see that you are enjoying the continuation of your trip. Made it back to California without hassle. Helped by red wine and sleeping pill. My last day at The Dik Dik was a little lonely since I appeared to be the only guest there and my plane was not until 950pm that night. They tried to feed me a lot and at some point I had to say no. Also if you want to buy souvenirs I would recommend doing it while on safari, because the airport shops seemed to be lacking somewhat in authenticity (although not too bad). Interestingly, while waiting for my plane, there were 3 power failures in the terminal. Fortunately, the computers and runway lights seemed to be on a different circuit, so Hakuna Matata! Here is the latest Bieber update: http://celebrity.yahoo.com/blogs/celeb-news/justin-bieber—extremely-abusive—to-flight-attendant—has-pot-party-at-10-000-ft-184625636.html
Finally, something else I wanted to share with you. When I arrived back at the Dik Dik after the climb, I received a series of text messages informing me that my mother had passed away. She was 82 years old and was in declining health, but her death was not expected. She died on January 29, only a few days into our trek. Although I could have been informed of this, my father was absolutely insistent that I not be told until after I had summited (I guess he had more confidence in my abilities than I had myself). I did not want to mention this at our celebratory dinner since it would detract too much from our overall festive mood. Nonetheless, after having spent over a week with all of you and getting to know you, I think I can tell you now. So after a 36 hour turnover time, I will be on an airplane to Florida to visit with my father for awhile.
I look forward to seeing and sharing all of our pictures. It was a pleasure meeting all of you. I think our overall comradeship, as well as Jeff’s high degree of leadership and professionalism is what allowed us to be successful.
I wish you all the best.
Robert
Posted by: Robert on 2/6/2014 at 12:24 pm
Posted by: Katrina Bloemsma, JJ Justman
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Aconcagua
Elevation: 9,000'
On The Map
The team looks great. Bob, I am so proud of you. As I write this on 2/13, I know you have all been doing great. Enjoy this fabulous, difficult, amazing trip. Jeanette
Posted by: Jeanette on 2/13/2014 at 10:58 am
Hey Rich…stay warm and safe. We love you! Mom and Dad
Posted by: Donna Lewis on 2/9/2014 at 4:56 am
Posted by: Jeff Martin
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Conor has the best hat!
Posted by: Carlisle on 2/6/2014 at 1:56 pm
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Trace, Sarah, Bro-ski, Dad, ESM…
This experience is going to exceed your expectations, I’m sure. :) Dad, the guide won’t let you drive on the safari, so don’t even ask.
PS For the love of Pete, please try and pick up some Swahili while you’re out there. haha. Eric, we should have made you some post cards to study off of.
Posted by: Rachel on 2/11/2014 at 11:14 am
Sarah, friends, guides, helpers,
Have a magnificent adventure!
Safe journey! xoxox’s, mom
Posted by: Marguerite Saslow on 2/11/2014 at 7:18 am
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