Hola from New Mexico!

Wow! We've been getting around this week. Today the highpoint team successfully reached the summit of Humphrey's peak, AZ. The hike itself was beautiful and the peak difficulty was mild in comparison to Boundary and Whitney. We were able to spot the Grand Canyon from the summit but it was a bit hazy due to the forest fires currently plaguing the northern part of the state. In fact, John just received word that the national forest (Cochino Ntl Forest) will actually prohibit visitors or hikers from entering and climbing the peak starting Friday. What a shame.
Steve Gardiner became ill after summiting this morning- some type of stomach ailment. Coincidentally, John woke at 1am this morning with similar symptoms, but managed to pull through for a successful summit. Good job guys! Climbing and hiking are tough enough without the added strain of sickness and both displayed amazing determination and dedication to the fundraiser by completing the climb. David is STILL suffering from a cough, but was stronger today than on the previous two climbs. I hope everyone is healthy and strong for our assault on Wheeler Peak in New Mexico on Thrusday. One of our major pledge donors will be joining us and for privacy purposes, we'll change his name to Jim A.
Despite sickness, we all had great laughs on the road today, mostly at my expense. I was finally presented with the opportunity to pull over on the side of the highway to pet cows, but they became frightened of me and ran away. Steve (who is a highschool teacher)frequently begins his sentences with "I've sent my students to the dean's office for less than that!" when he speaks to me. It's pretty cute. Road trips are supposed to be fun and I hope the kid in me doesn't become too annoying for anyone.

Marshall, if you read this I hope you've found a solution to your car problems. We're all glad you joined us but not at the expense of oil spewing from the Subaru!

I'll keep everyone up to date on the status of our NM climb.
Stay tuned. . .

Jennifer

P.S. It's great to see so many people involved in this fundraiser and wish we could see more Tibetans join us on the climbs.

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