Climb for a Cure

Thanks to a great place to work, my trip was able to be extended so I could go to Zanzibar for a few days with 2 of the other climbers. The beaches of Zanzibar were amazing! In the last 2 1/2 weeks I have had more experiences than I have had in the last 3 years! I am still in disbelief at how much has happened! Already the pictures have started to be posted and emails sent among new friends and family. Our team bonded in a way that most do not get get to experience. We became a family who watched out for each other, encouraged each other, educated each other and inspired each other. People ask if I am mad that I was unable to reach the summit.. Initially yes, but the experience has been so great that summiting was only a part of it. My MS didn't prevent me from summiting Kilimanjaro and that is what I was testing.. What this means is that I will come back to Africa to once again climb and summit Kili, and to also experience more of the culture and the people. Africa is an amazing place that can change your life if you are open to it. It can't really be explained. There is something about the spirit here that lifts you up and makes you believe anything is possible.. I wonder what my next adventure will be.. ;)