Day 8 - move to camp1

Day 8/18 - Move from base camp to camp1
We completed our move to camp1 with all our gear, trying to keep it to the minimum. We are gaining elevation , at 16500f now and will stay here two nights with a gear carry to camp2 tomorrow.

A team attempted to summit yesterday from camp3 and turned around half way. We are still aiming and praying for next Friday.

I pushed through well today, it was hard but felt strong for today and days ahead. Everyone around me is in 30s-40s, which doesn't help confidence, but the trail teaches me best. And my own 88 year old mom reminds me of what can be done at any age...

Mantra of the day: Age is just a number, my own mindset is what's importanty 8/18 - Move from base camp to camp1
We completed our move to camp1 with all our gear, trying to keep it to the minimum. We are gaining elevation , at 16500f now and will stay here two nights with a gear carry to camp2 tomorrow.

A team attempted to summit yesterday from camp3 and turned around half way. We are still aiming and praying for next Friday.

I pushed through well today, it was hard but felt strong for today and days ahead. Everyone around me is in 30s-40s, which doesn't help confidence, but the trail teaches me best. And my own 88 year old mom reminds me of what can be done at any age...

Mantra of the day: Age is just a number, my own mindset is what's importantRead more