Woke early to hike Mt. Baldy. After 3 hrs of sleep I knew it was going to be tough. That is an understatement!! This is the first time I doubted myself and a finish at the summit. I wanted to quit climbing about halfway up, but my heart and mind wouldn't let me. I was depleted physically, had nothing left of myself to give to that mountain. I finished still. It's been such an awesome rediscovery of my love of hiking. It's nice to have something that is just “MINE” when I can lay down my labels of wife, mom… And just be in the outdoors.
I am happy to have shared the day with friends, appreciate the support and care when for a few mins. I didn't feel so well & was so very thankful to plop in a chair, listen to good music and have the best Italian sub in the Baldy Lodge this side of the Mississippi.

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