We have just arrived at our base camp for the next two days. It was really exciting for quite a few of us as struggling with sleeping bags and knowing we didn't have to pack tomorrow was just fab.
We sat
down for lunch...chips! I mean who would have thought we were going to make chip
butties, and we stuffed ourselves big time!
Fabiana
told us a beautiful story in the mess tent about an orthodox woman who
wanted to climb Kilimanjaro. Some of us sat and listened which was really
lovely, it was an emotional story which we all related to and confirmed the
spirituality that is deep inside of all of us. And most importantly why we are
here. Our commitment to chai, to the people we love who have been helped and
are still being helped by those amazing people who keep it all going. Without
doubt we know why we are here! Others have gone for a lie down. There are
a few that are suffering from altitude sickness which is tough as we all feel
responsible for each other and in truth we want us all to be well. Gwyn - our
main man- is truly impressed with us and is hoping we will all make it. We had dinner and off we went to our tents. What is fantastic is the laughter that
comes from the tents in the middle of the night.
We
cannot go any further without a brief mention of the toilet facilities. We are
changed women, and all we can say is the rocks are getting smaller to hide
behind!
It is now
day 5. We all know what is ahead if us and yes we are nervous. The schedule for
tomorrow is strict and a minute cannot be lost. So leaving camp in the morning
is crucial. We will walk for 9 hours followed by an early dinner and we
leave at approx midnight for that final climb.
We know
that the spirit will see us through it. We have a beautiful evening prepared,
with thanks to Angela for our chollas.
We
might not get another blog through till after Shabbat, but we will try.
Please send us your comments. It will really encourage us!
With love,
Chai Altitude Xx
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To all the JPS moms - you have no idea how proud your children are of you! I talk to them everyday in school and they are beaming with admiration and respect for what you are doing; physically, mentally and for Chai. They cant wait for you to reach the summit. Keep going and return safely - they are so incredibly happy for you! Praying for you over shabbas candles tonight - Good Shabbas and lots love, nicole
ReplyDeleteTo all up the mountain (especially Natalie and Bernice!)- what an amazing effort! Keep facing forwards and towards the sky.
ReplyDeleteShabbat Shalom to all
Fiona, Seth and Kids
We've been following the blog and are hugely impressed - keep up the good work and best of luck reaching the summit!
ReplyDeleteTeam Creative & Commercial xxx
Shabbat Shalom and well done to you all.. You are truly inspiring. A special hug for Abi x
ReplyDeleteSasha Sperber
GO Rachel GO!
ReplyDeleteThinking of you luv,
what an amazing experience.
G luck and Shabbat Shalom xxxxx
Chan
What amazing memories you are all making! You can always think back to this climb and remember that you can do anything you put your mind to. I'm so proud to be part of Chai and feel totally inspired by you all. Sending love and energy from Glasgow, Alison xxx.
ReplyDeleteFabi: que orgullosa que estoy!!!! es increible verte ahí! Me imagino el esfuerzo que es estar allí y el coraje que tenes! hermana; te admiro cada día más!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteTe quiero mucho y mandale un beso enorme a todas las demas mujeres que ya les falta poco!
Te quiero con toda mi alma;
maggie
Good luck with the final push! Lisa looks like you are back on Hach!
ReplyDeleteLove from Zachy x
Happy Birthday Bernice xxxxxxxxxxxx
ReplyDeletePleased you are snoring your way up!!!
Keep going girl
Lots of love
Michele & Farley
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All the very best to all. Sending loads of positive energy. A really fabulous achievement and wonderful memory. Safe journey home xx
ReplyDeleteLove Amanda Radiven
Chai M/cr
Hi Alex and family & friends,
ReplyDeleteReading your blogs every day and loving the funnies and the emotions. We wish you the best for the next challenge. Love, L&D
Alex and Lisa - thinking of you at this very minute - keep going girls, my Heros! X Nicole
ReplyDeletehello darling bernice
ReplyDeleteonly just realised that we could leave a message on this blog.
so proud of you. HAPPY BIRTHDAY
the photos look amazing
i bet you dont really snore!
glad you are getting some sleep
cant wait to hear all about it
did you wear the thermal vests I got you?
mike sends his love
lots of love karen michael george and saul
You girls are truly an inspiration to all women. If only I were 20 years younger I'd be up there with you. Lisa B, thinking of you. Big hugs. Jacqui aka - MIL
ReplyDeleteShavua Tov!
ReplyDeleteHave been thinking of you all day and cannot sleep - it's 1.50 am - suppose it's "sympathy pain"......!
Thank you dear Ruth for your wonderfully descriptive message which gave a deeper insight into the enormity of your challenge - so, so proud of everyone,
G-d speed and please Lisa call as soon as you can ....
Much xxxxxxxxxxxx Louise
GO ON MUMMY LOVE JACOB
ReplyDeleteLisa and Julie. had your gorgeous families here yesterday, They are all doing great and cant wait to see you, like me! U should be there by now!!! Well done!!!! Cant wait to see and speak to you. Love to everyone on the trek! Lis, Jacob and Noah stayed here last night, hence why Jacob wrote to you and is already up!!!
ReplyDeletexxxx want to see a picture!
Love Dal
Please give a big hug to everyone from me....Jacqui B, Rach Frank, Rach Vecht, Alicia and all the rest of u, cant wait to hear and laugh and cryxxxxxx well done girlies....
ReplyDeleteShavua Tov amazing ladies! Darling Tracey, I am so so proud of you. I hope you are enjoying and savouring every moment. I miss you, I love you and I can't wait to hear all about it from you in person. All my love Rebecca xxx
ReplyDeleteGood Luck for the final push today girls, you are amazing. Lisa, thinking about you, and the blogs have been fantastic to read. lol Michelle x
ReplyDeleteWOW!!! What an unbelievable challenge you are all facing, it is seriously impressive! Lis, it was great to see a photo of you smiling! I am so proud of you and can't wait to hear all about it. Dad, wants to know if would he have survived, and no he isn't referring to the climb, he's referring to being around the 22 women;)Keep going all of you not long to go now!!
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