You guys are awesome! Thanks so much.
The doughnut shop was open...and CROWDED! And you are totally right...nothing tastes better than a couple of those doughnuts after reaching the summit. Don’t forget to bring a mask if you’re planning on going in the gift shop.
First 14er
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[Sven]
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greenonion
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I cannot believe you grew up in the Springs and just did this for the first time at 49. Well, good for you! Welcome!
A painter’s got a canvas. The writer’s got reams of empty paper. A musician has silence.
I’m all for a quiet life. I just didn’t get one.
...Keith Richards
I’m all for a quiet life. I just didn’t get one.
...Keith Richards
Re: First 14er
Congrats Sven and what a great looking beard. Lots of 14ers are easier than that beast Pikes. Give another one a shot this summer.
"I'll make it." - Jimmy Chitwood
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Congratulations on a great first 14er. I hope those doughnuts were as good or better than you thought they would be.
That is the coolest beard I have seen in a long, long time.
That is the coolest beard I have seen in a long, long time.
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76dorihe
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Congratulations! I see you have 4 posts to date. A year from now, I predict 14; 2 years-24; 3 years-34; 4 years-44; 5 years-54 FINISHED!
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painless4u2
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54 and finished!!?? Gotta go for the 58.
Bad decisions often make good stories.
IPAs + Ambien = "14ers" post (Bill M.)
In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps. Proverbs 16:9
IPAs + Ambien = "14ers" post (Bill M.)
In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps. Proverbs 16:9
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Congrats!
FYI, I scored my first summit of any mountain you can find on Earth at age of 73. That was Mt. Elbert, the highest peak in Colorado.
FYI, I scored my first summit of any mountain you can find on Earth at age of 73. That was Mt. Elbert, the highest peak in Colorado.
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[Sven]
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[Sven]
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76dorihe
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I live in near Syracuse, I'm 66, got a knee replaced 3 years ago, neck was fused in March, C-3 through C-7. 54 is for me, and with Class 3's and 4's remaining it's not looking good. On my way this Thursday, 8/13, to my "home away from home", Colorful Colorado.
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sigepnader
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Very nice! Seriously. My first years and years ago..I never would’ve considered Pikes. I would’ve thought it was too hard or long.
Great job!
Great job!