Sarah's 48th: Moosilauke 6/11

[Jim lombard]

Here's the article with pictures I wrote about that day. I think she deserved all the "hoopla."

 

[dr_wu002]

Shame on all those who condone such a spectacle of a mass celebration on a beloved mountaintop. Releasing dozens of red balloons from Mousilauke? We all learned in grade school of the environmental damage of such an act. And as to sherpa john who has the audacity to invoke Waterman in his entries, double shame, Guy would be aghast of your ideals. This group ( VFTT) should be setting an example of exemplary behavior in the mountains, and this thread doesn't present such

First Congrats Sarah! Hope you have a lot more enjoyable hikes!

Second, there was an apology for the balloons and I hope we all can accept it, but I do think it was important for Cruddy Toes to point out this angle regarding Guy Waterman. A lot of people evoke his name regarding LNT and whatnot and celebrate the man but more awareness of those principles is important.

-Dr. Wu

 

[bobandgeri]

Jim - loved the write up you provided the link too - I will email you tonight a pic I snapped of Steve taking his post ice cream hike nap :>

 

[hikerfast]

that was a GREAT hike and a GREAT day and an amazing accompishment for Sarah. Some people definitely know how to have fun.

 

[Seeker]

Congrats Sarah!! We've never met, but I think you've done an admirable thing. I think a lot of folks here don't at all realize what a challenge diabetes can be, and that exercise can be a tricky balancing act. You certainly deserve the praise and celebration.

I had similar thoughts as Al about the balloons (perhaps we who grew up in the late 60's and 70's were more exposed to environmental issues--I remember lots of sad images in science classe), but as others have said, this has been tactfully addressed and answered.

And as for celebrations--well, Sarah is certainly not alone in being feted at the end of her 48th. And there are other celebrations atop mountains as well--Flags on the 48 being another.

These days, anyone looking for solitude on well-traveled peaks like Moosilauke will be disappointed! I've only summited Moose a few times--and only in winter mind you--when there wasn't a crowd at the summit. Those pesky Dartmouth folks, don't you know!!

 

[David Metsky]

I received the following "Private message" below. I will continue to post any so called private messages that I receive relative to a public post I made.

Private messages are private for a reason. Unless someone gives you explicit permission to post their words, it is considered a major breach of nettiquette to post something sent to you in private. Please reconsider this course of action. Regardless of the message you are trying to send, it will be lost in the noise surrounding your actions.

It might be a good time for people to step away from their computers for a while and go for a hike. This is a thread to celebrate someone's accomplishments, if you want to debate something please create a separate thread.

-dave-

 

[Peakbagr]

Private messages are just that...PRIVATE. Whether I agree or disagee with the content of a PM is beside the point. If you have a complaint about language, threats, or insulting behavior in a PM, forward them to us and we'll address it.
Its considered rude to put a PM on a public bulletin board, and in this case, one that specifically mentions one of our members.
Please delete your last message.

Peakbagr

 

[bintrepidhiker]

From someone that intends to also bag all 48 eventually, congratulations to you! Really is a great accomplishment

 

[Sherpa John]

All that I am going to say in response to all of this GARBAGE... is that Unfortunately... Sarah saw it all this afternoon right in the middle of its peak... she looked... read... And in her words,"I logged off and have no reason to visit views again."

Its not about the truth hurting... its about IGNORANCE

EDIT: I got a negative rep for this response that says "What insight" Keep em comin... it doesn;t really matter anymore.

The Second Negative rep says "Its not about you!" Thanks... when did I ever say it was? Have I truly eluded to that fact? Last I checked... I didn't have diabetes, unfortunately Sarah does.. nor did I have to do any of this to begin with.

 

[hikerfast]

hey John, with all this, you'll be all set to run for office someday! laffs.
dont let anybody bring you down.

 

[NH_Mtn_Hiker]

Congrats Sherpette.............





......The rest of you behave.

 

[albee]

good job, Sarah!

I just wanted to drop in and offer my congrats again to Sarah.

I was there and it was a beautiful sight to behold. I thought the balloons were a nice touch and it was neat to see Tibetan prayer flags flying, just like you might see on Mount Everest. Sarah must have felt very proud and special to have 21 hiking partners, friends, and family members think so highly of her accomplishments that they went up there to share the emotion of her success.

A lot has been said about hiking your own hike. For some (like me), they prefer less celebration and more introspection. For others, they would like to share their achievement and spread good cheer. There is no set way to celebrate finishing, and I hope everyone can respect each others' decisions.

For me, Saturday was about seeing the triumph of the human spirit over adversity. I have seen Sarah hike. I have seen her prick her finger about once per mile and diagnose what it will take to get to the top. Her journey is not as simple as most of ours, but she asks for no personal glory. She is a responsible young woman and she hikes because she loves being in the mountains and she loves being with John. CONGRATULATIONS, and good luck with your next list.

 

[Peakbagr]

Sarah, my congratulations. Don't let the clouds rain on your parade.
How about if we end the thread on a nice note?

Peakbagr