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JW123

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Accomplishment.
« on: August 10, 2012, 06:35:36 pm »
So about 2 weeks ago I did something that I feel was a real accomplishment. I hiked to the summit of a mountian, Mt. Kinabalu. it was a 2 day hike, and the second day is practically a climb (not a hike) to the summit. It was a TRUE test of my balance. Highly slanted slick rock face with extreme wind. Day 2 to the summit was at night so you could only see what your head-torch was pointed at, so very limited visibility. People with all their full balance were having lots of difficulty, which made me feel good haha.

feel free to look at some of the pictures on my facebook.

http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1805133330146.2040942.1294260111&type=1&l=756c23de3a

Now if only I didnt have these terrible daily migraines I would feel as though I was back to my old self...

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Jim Scott

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Re: Accomplishment.
« Reply #1 on: August 11, 2012, 11:29:33 am »
Joe ~

Very impressive accomplishment and a clear demonstration of your excellent recovery (except for the headaches, of course.) Congratulations!

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Re: Accomplishment.
« Reply #2 on: August 12, 2012, 10:46:46 am »
Amazing accomplishment.  Congratulations!

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Re: Accomplishment.
« Reply #3 on: August 13, 2012, 05:33:36 am »
Dear Joe,

I sit here at my computer screen, safe in my kitchen, in total awe of such an accomplishment! Please accept my heartfelt congratulations!

You inspire us all! Keep up the good work!

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Re: Accomplishment.
« Reply #4 on: August 13, 2012, 08:43:18 pm »
Congratulations!   Hiking is one of my loves and I want to push myself.  Your journey is an inspiration.  Thank you for sharing.

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JW123

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Re: Accomplishment.
« Reply #5 on: August 15, 2012, 04:33:12 am »
Thanks all, it really did feel like a great accomplishment. Now I need to plan whats next...haha
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Re: Accomplishment.
« Reply #6 on: August 15, 2012, 09:24:54 pm »
Great job! Very inspiring!

Let us know what you 'think of next!'

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