Archive for November, 2007

HOLIDAY DEPRESSION AND STRESS

Posted Sunday, November 25th, 2007 at 7:11 pm

We’re now in the midst of the full-fledged holiday season – that often frantic few weeks between Thanksgiving, Christmas and the impending New Year. As I’ve felt the past week, this can be a wonderful time of joy, parties and family gatherings. But for many people it can also be a time of self-evaluation, loneliness, [...]

ONCE AGAIN, GIVING THANKS

Posted Saturday, November 17th, 2007 at 1:53 pm

Exactly one year ago today, I departed for Antarctica! The duration of the expedition would require that I was away during Thanksgiving. For those who may not be familiar with this American holiday, it is basically a time to celebrate with loved ones and give thanks for our blessings. This November, I will be at [...]

TRAINING UPDATE

Posted Thursday, November 8th, 2007 at 8:06 pm

With just under three months until I depart for the next Expedition Hope climb to Mt. Aconcagua in Argentina, South America, I continue to train in preparation for the many challenges that Mt. Aconcagua will present. At 22,840 feet, Aconcagua is the largest mountain in the world outside of the Himalayas. This summit attempt will [...]