For: Paul Atruc

I like the comment about the duct tape. We might have to start using that on you around here. Please thank the person that came up with that idea. Hope everything is well, we are all thinking about you and see you soon!

For: Shepard Paul

Hi Paul! We miss you verrry much! Emily and Tessa have taken good care of us while you are gone! We are growing up fast and the weather is getting colder :( The dog house has been a challenge for us. None of us can get up there yet. The Ladies are doing well too, but they don't miss you as much as we do!! Can't wait until you come back! P.S. Are there any mountain goats up there??

For: Atruc

Ode de JOI-You wear a winter fleece and your watch it makes good time!-Just like your hiking boots on that good old Marcy climb!- don't have a care he don't worry about a thing-Cause on your way up Everest this is'll be the song you'll sing!

For: Atruc

Ode de JOI-You wear a winter fleece and your watch it makes good time!-Just like your hiking boots on that good old Marcy climb!- don't have a care he don't worry about a thing-Cause on your way up Everest this is'll be the song you'll sing!

For: MyBrothas&Sistah!

Ode de JOI-You wear a winter fleece and your watch it makes good time!-Just like your hiking boots on that good old Marcy climb!- don't have a care he don't worry about a thing-Cause on your way up Everest this is'll be the song you'll sing!

For: MyBrothas&Sistah!

Ode de JOI-You wear a winter fleece and your watch it makes good time!-Just like your hiking boots on that good old Marcy climb!- don't have a care he don't worry about a thing-Cause on your way up Everest this is'll be the song you'll sing!

For: MyBrothas&Sistah!

Ode de JOI-You wear a winter fleece and your watch it makes good time!-Just like your hiking boots on that good old Marcy climb!- don't have a care he don't worry about a thing-Cause on your way up Everest this is'll be the song you'll sing!

For: MyBrothas&Sistah!

Ode de JOI-You wear a winter fleece and your watch it makes good time!-Just like your hiking boots on that good old Marcy climb!- don't have a care he don't worry about a thing-Cause on your way up Everest this is'll be the song you'll sing!

For: MyBrothas&Sistah!

Ode de JOI-You wear a winter fleece and your watch it makes good time!-Just like your hiking boots on that good old Marcy climb!- don't have a care he don't worry about a thing-Cause on your way up Everest this is'll be the song you'll sing!

For: Darlene

I love seeing the pictures w the buffs! I copy each day & show them to all my quilt friends. Talked to Mom. She feels better than she has in weeks. She sounds good too. Oh yeah, she's worried about you. She asked me what a Yak is. Jesse has been in touch & she liked that. Frank takes her copies of each day so she is posted. We all love & miss you. Hi to Alison too!

For: Paul Artruc

Listened to Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin on my morning commute today, really loud. Thinking of you. Peace, prayers and strentgh as you push on. I'm just more touched every day by you and your friends making this incredible journey. IMA gunna give you a big hug when I see ya again. Thank you. Peace.

For: JOIers

You're awesome!!!! I'm with you in spirit, stay strong.

For: all

love staying in the "Hilton hotel" here in khumjung. esther actually took her first shower in a long time.The place is great and the food very good. Unfortunatelty today is all fogged in so can't see. Hope you climbers are doing well. Good luck on the climb and take lots of pics.

For: Kathi

Heard you were dealing with a cold. Hope you're feeling better. What you and all the climbers are doing is a pretty awesome thing! Keep on trekking, one step at a time. Sending you energy vibes and lots of love! (There aren't many grandchildren that are going to be able to brag that their grandmother hiked both Kili and Everest! What a feat!)

For: Tom W

11/11 Rangers 3, Sabres 2,(OT win!)We're thinking of you, keep at it!

For: All my peeps

Today is Veterans Day. I am so very thankful for all of our soldiers who have fought and are currently fighting to protect our way of life. I am also thankful for each of you soldiers in the fight against this stinking cancer. You are veterans of a different war, but have my love and respect always. I am so proud to be a part of the JOI family.

For: Matt n Pat

Sheila's surgery went well and She is recouperating. I had dinner with them tonight - Connor is beautiful and Mollie and Pat are well too. I think of Pat when I hear news about Rochester and I want to call him and get the inside story. Then I hear the traffic report and worry about Matt's commute only to remember that you're climbing mts - not on 390 or in the city. I love you both and can't wait for your safe return! I imagine we'll have some great photos to see at Thanksgiving!

For: The JOI'ers

Hello friends! So my toilet is broken, and I thought of how ironic it is that I am here with indoor plumbing, yet I am going to have to start bathrooming in a similar fashion to you EBC'ers! Super fun. Sending positivity, support, and love.. be safe, stay warm, and keep on truckin'!

For: Esther

We know it was a hard decision but we are sure that it was the right one if you made it. Enjoy the rest of your trip! Eli says make friends with a Yak.

For: Esther & Tom

Thinking of you, and know that you will have plenty of adventurous experiences to share with the rest of the group! Love you both.

For: Patrick

From Robin: Love your updates. So happy you're doing so well! Went by Piermont today past the Tappan Zee ("The Tippy Tippy Bridge") and thought of you. From Annalie: I love you daddy very much. I miss you very much. What did the light say to the lamp? You're ba-BIG!

For: To? Tom S and my other favorite JOI hikers

I can't even imagine what it must be like for you there. My love and prayers are with you all: continue to take good care of yourselves and each other. You are all my heroes, but especially you, Tom! Miss you very much but know that you are doing a great thing. Love, Mary

For: Ester and Tom

We are thinking of you and hoping you have some wonderful serendipitous events that make all the challenges worth it! Soak up some oxygen and then be open to some amazing adventures of a unique kind. We can't wait to hear from you!!!

For: Matt

Indian summer arrived today for Veteran's Day! Celebrated Kim for her bday and then made the fall pilgrimidge with the girls to Naples for grape pie - yes we are fighting our lonliness with sweets -I'm sure we'll loose 10 lbs upon your return! Lots of geese migrating now and almost all the leaves are down. Daylight savings time has us off to work and home from work in the dark so a sunny day like today is amazing. We are proud of what you all are doing!!Keep on keeping on!!!We send you prayers

For: Kathi

Hi there my friend.... Just to let you know we all love you and think what you are doing is incredible. Breath in and breath out. Let go and say Yeppppeeeee.... Keep on Truckin to all you wonderful trekkers..... We do believe in you all.

For: Kathi

Seems Scott and Lisa are always one step ahead of us doesn't it? Set a place at the "table" for them, just in case..And a place for all those cancer survivors and folks you are climbing for!!! Keep on trekking Kiddo - wherever your body takes you. I'm praying for you. Love to all you climbers.

For: Nightmare

IMA thinkin' I NEED a coupla those blue and orange JOI buffs upon your return, mister. JNFR and I can wear them like bandits 'round the neighborhood when I visit. Stay strong bud. Sending good vibes and an occasional lyric your way. Take care, EVERYone. Oh, hi MattCHEW.

For: Paul and the gang

Hiked Canadice Hill with Linda #1, sunny with blue skies. We talked of your progress and we know how difficult it is getting. But, we still wish we were there. Good luck to Tom and Esther. enjoy the toilets!

For: Alison

Aff, aff, aff, aff!

For: Alison

How did Paul get out of the duct tape? Nicky and I ran 5km to the beach and back today (woohoo) - probably too much oxygen for you guys to be comfortable now. Cheers and courage in the footsteps of Hillary and Tenzing!

For: All the JOI Heros

I know you are all climbing for all those inflicted with cancer - for friends, family and for those you don't even know. I know you are climbing for me. I struggle with the words to thank all of you for your courage and determination. You are truly an inspiration to me. Stay strong, warm and healthy. All my love, Karen.

For: Kathi

We were up on that mountain in the background before 10a today,skirted over to Everest to have tea and then on to Nuptse..we have to get up to Kangchangunga for a coffee klatch/meeting at 1p and then of course Scott has to get to the Loj for his "sitting" duties and then on to Annapurna for the sunrise. You may have missed us the many times we walked with yu but we were there-helping.We bring you love and air.