For: Tom

What an Amazing Adventure! So cool to follow your journey. See you at Bread Alone when you return. Safe travels.

For: Melissa

Soak it all up and treasure every minute. Here, it was 73 degrees today and I went for a leisurely bike ride. I cannot imagine doing the climb that you are doing! Bonne route!

For: Soha/Dad/Everyone

Hey Climbers! Love the updates, sad a cpl members of the team stayed back, but still so happy that they got to drink in some beautiful sights, prob the best the world has to offer. Hoping you will all reach safely and take back great stories and pictures to share with them. Walked 3 miles in our nation's capital, great views, good fun. Some of us were more tired than we should have been and that makes your climb that much more inspiring. Sending positive thoughts your way! UM lost, So/Dad :(

For: melissa

Good morning! I have Charlie's pic with the big bandage on his head. I'll save for you. Today high wind warning here.

For: Soha & DamarooMama

Was glad to hear that Ed is safe and still finding wonderful ways to enjoy his adventure. And am hoping you both (and everyone in the team) are doing the same. We thought of you both a lot - completed all 3 miles of the heart walk today, with your help we raised over $8000 and are feeling very satisfied - I know you know what that feels like too! Ruchi, Mitel, Beej and Tinu have made so much time to spend with Mom and I - we're loving their company. And we're all missing you! Stay well!

For: Lise

Wishing you a safe and great adventure!! You are amazing!

For: Dan

Been tracking your trip. Stay safe and enjoy. Bring back some great pictures!

For: Ed

I know the feeling. Don't hesitate to head lower if balance remains an issue. Hope you can enjoy the beauty of the surroundings!

For: Melissa

Hi Melissa, Charlie fell while running in Mendon Park today. Drove home with bleeding gough and huge bump over one eye. I took him to Urgent Care for patch up and 5 stitches. Imagine what he could do to himself in Nepal where the rocks are a little bigger and the air is rare. Stay safe. Have fun. Take photos? S and C

For: Soha

Hope all ok in sooooo cold and yey 14200 ft high camp. We are okay it is cold and windy here too but sunny today. Paras is here for few days as Sangita out of town for conference. Thinking of all of you as well as Ed and Tom. How's. Damaroo. ? You have day off so get lots of rest and get ready for next long up hill trek to wonderful lake. Can't you just ride "yak" - by now they must be used to strangers - but then it will be too easy...:) Have nice day.

For: Melissa

Hi Mom! Did some shopping today. Down another pants size! Hope your staying warm there! Its was 35 when we woke up to drive dad to the airport this morning! My car windows were all frosted over! I found some cute new shirts to wear to work. So excited to have a 3 day weekend! Only 27 more days! Love you and Miss you!

For: ED

Hey Ed, sorry to hear the news. Hope you are well. There you go, off to a new adventure -- should be interesting and fun visiting the villages. I think of you every day up there in the sky. Glad you have a buddy along!

For: Lisa

So proud of you, Aunt Lise! Safe journey! Much love and support. (Did you know yak is FABULOUS to knit with?! Think of them as giant balls of yarn.)

For: Everyone

Stay Warm and Keep the food in your stomach! I hope everyone stays well to enjoy your hiking!

For: ED

Hi Ed, We just want you to know how very proud we are of you. You are amazing and have and will be experiencing so much more than most do in a lifetime. We know this decision was difficult & disappointing for you. So glad you have Tom to enjoy all the wonder that is ahead for you. Love, Us

For: Lise

Hi Mom, Something to make you laugh in the thin air....We told C that he can't get out of bed before 6am. So this morning, G came down at 5am to tell us that C had turned on all of the upstairs lights on and was bouncing on a hippity hop waiting for it to be 6am. C was not happy to be told on so he came down and called G a "Holy Guacamole, Holy Smokes A$$ Burger." Only in this family! Love you and wishing safe climbing to you and everyone on the team. Love you! -B

For: melissa

Happy Saturday! Brooks picked up your Utah ski info the other day. Now you will be able to pick all the bump trails from the trail guides. Stay strong!!

For: Ed

We are all so very proud of you, honey. I know you have to be disappointed, as I am for you, but,oh, what you have done! Love, me

For: Becky terry

Mjust talked with Mom...she said oh my gosh to being at 14,000 feet. But she is happy to hear the sun is out today and sends her love. Be warm and safe, we love the posts. Sent mom the first day group picture.

For: Becky and Terry

Love reading the updates and keeping Mom informed! Sounds like an amazing trip!!

For: emily and ken

As your Dad said "Onward and upward" - stay warm and safe. Sounds like Ed and Tom will have there own adventure :) Glad they are ok. Hugs to keep you warm :) Aunt Debbie

For: Lise

Hi mormor, garret here. just wanted to say that i am incredibly proud of you right now. trekking through the rooftop of the world sounds like it's turning out to be an amazing adventure. It seems like something out of a book, scaling the rooftop of the world, dwelling among the yaks. The Tanis household is thinking about you all the time and sends it's best wishes.

For: Tom

It's the Journey. Keep the Posts coming as one adventure becomes two.

For: Lise

Lise, Charlie says to "take deep breaths." We were all just talking about you being at such a high altitude and he just came out with that. Just thought I'd pass his advice on. We're all really proud of you!

For: Tom U

Hi Tom, Glad to know that you have a great option for exploring that puts you in a more comfortable situation. And with companionship no less. Trekking around local villages will be a different adventure with its own rewards. All is well with us. Looking forward to hearing about your trip over a warm hot toddy. Much love, C&L

For: Emily and ken

Onward and upward. Good thing you two have cozy sleeping bags. Will give barb & Charlie update today. Hope Ed is ok. Tell him he went about 10,000 feet higher than I could have. Keep safe and warm. Love, Dad