All it took was a small moment in time. One short minute-burst of thought, sent my way over the waves of the digital sky. From the keyboard straight to my heart.
Here are just a few of the emails that I have received from kind strangers, who took the time to send their wishes my way…
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In poking around the net (and) I came across you, Robyn. Wow, you’re a Goddess! I want to congratulate you on your gumption and generosity with your Kilimanjaro climb. I know from the determination in your writing that you are certain to triumph. You’re an inspiration to the rest of us butt-sitters. Good on ya.
great work Robyn. In life its the things we worked hardest for that are worth the most……….. and what you are doing, you will remember for a lifetime
Thank you for sharing your amazing stories, wit and charm . . . I love, love love your positive energy!!! I can tell that you are a gem of a gal! …I would love to support your most awesome cause for one awesome guy.
Great thing you’re doing! I’m proud to support you.
I am totally impressed with what you are doing. Can we get scientists to clone you? There are too many rude, unkind, ungracious people in the world. Not enough to go the extra mile(s) like you. A toast to you!
In a perfect world, I am able to climb mountains and share experiences for the most noble of causes….and may even look like you..or even be able to walk the walk…and spread the word from the highest peaks…however, aahhhh…not my reality…. BUT … I will support you and have already in so many ways….even though we do not know each other..I have posted your link to everyone I know and will get something going on my end. Please take good care of yourself and let me know what I can do to help…
I knew Kirk very well since he was a kid… I am so proud of you Robyn for turning a tragedy for Kirk’s family into a positive journey by undertaking this massive climb. Do me a favor please. When you get to the top of the mountain blow Kirk a kiss from all of us back home.
…But you girl, well you rock and with your humor well…let me just say, even when it’s tough Robyn think of us back here rooting you on. It’s not whether you get to the top that’s important, it’s the commitment you made to start a journey to help others. Whatta girl! …You have courage, spit and vinegar girlie girl.
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Thank you.
Thank you all so very much for taking the time to write. It means a great deal to me to hear what you have to say. You honour me, and I thank you.
xo
When discussing the idea of climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro with people, I am met with many different reactions. I know that people are supportive, but sometimes it’s funny how that “support” is portrayed. For example, a friend of mine recently decided to point out:
Six kilometres straight up! It’s like doing The Chief 8½ times without a break!
Thanks. I really needed to hear that.
I’m trying to avoid the reality of this situation for as long as possible. Right now I’m thinking that I’ll be needing some good shoes, a few granola bars, some water and a good porter to get myself up this rather large hill. I like it when people keep me somewhat ignorant. It keeps the fear at bay for a little while longer.
Recently I was taking the bus into Vancouver (you know, I’m not even going to comment on the changes to the 601, mkay?), and I was going to walk to the bus loop on the other side of town. My mother asked me if I’d like a drive to the loop, and I thanked her but replied that I would rather walk. “Walk?!”, she says, “All the way there?!”
Considering I am climbing “six kilometers straight up”, a little stroll across town doesn’t seem too daunting.
I like walking. I have two dogs (Jenn and Luna) that I walk quite frequently, so I really don’t mind a few extra steps here and there. That being said, hiking is different. So from here on in, every weekend until I leave I will either hike or *shudder* camp with a variety of friends and training partners. Tomorrow my friend Ali and I head to Lynn Canyon, rain or shine.
I’ll let you know how it goes. However, as for today…. I need to go buy hiking boots.
