tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post3939771486211419844..comments2023-08-09T09:05:15.054-05:00Comments on aura joon: Climbing to the summit of Mt. Elbert... (Colorado: Part Five)Aurahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04703730646756774047noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-84422556111356498852010-11-23T21:43:53.262-06:002010-11-23T21:43:53.262-06:00Aura, I am a new follow of your blogs . I live in ...Aura, I am a new follow of your blogs . I live in Toronto and I have seen your growth ever since the days of myspace . You have truly became very inspirational, I dont get blown away by much, but your photos and stories are so pleasent to read. If you wrote a book or perhaps made a movie on your life, many people would learn from you and although we all have our personal battles, you seem to take everything for what it is and enjoy life to its full potential . I dont know you personaly other than reading your blogs , but I know you will be known for your inspiration and beauty .<br /><br />happy milestonesKIKAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08776479875370572709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-41655664063717399772010-11-10T21:47:42.576-06:002010-11-10T21:47:42.576-06:00WOW! You did it! Congratulations. This story is...WOW! You did it! Congratulations. This story is so great, I love how you told it. The pictures are stunning too, as usual. <br />I love that your wee baby was there with you too, even though you didn't know it. That will be a cool story to tell them when they are older.Snappy-Qhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09181475237076282634noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-57800290726288784732010-11-09T22:44:39.714-06:002010-11-09T22:44:39.714-06:00I completely agree with the comparasions to childb...I completely agree with the comparasions to childbirth. I remember thinking to myself "I cannot do this" but really, what are you going to do when you have a baby that no longer wants to live inside of you? haha. I don't remember much other than the important stuff from that day either. <br /><br />This has been such an epic trip and I've loved reading about it!a little black cloud in a dresshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12556462156829059742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-19045506365136513202010-11-09T14:35:16.915-06:002010-11-09T14:35:16.915-06:00You did it! Congratulations! =) I've so been t...You did it! Congratulations! =) I've so been there, too - this summer DH and I went on a 5-day backcountry hiking trip in CO and it was insane, even after training for it. We went early in the summer and ended up (at one point) hiking through snow drifts 5-6 feet high. Hubs was proud of me for finishing, but it was really tough. We're trying to decide where to go next - there's still so much left to see and experience. That's what makes it all worth it, after the numbness is gone: you'll carry a bit of that 'summitting' feeling with you forever.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15221242037243007144noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-2144694921733565162010-11-09T12:53:13.937-06:002010-11-09T12:53:13.937-06:00YES! That is awesome! I can't believe how hard...YES! That is awesome! I can't believe how hard it would be to keep on keep'n on, but you did! Whoo hoo!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-17170151227049863772010-11-09T11:54:48.076-06:002010-11-09T11:54:48.076-06:00WOW!- just found ya - gourgous hike/climb! - i'...WOW!- just found ya - gourgous hike/climb! - i'm in awwwwwe of it all!!!<br /><br />PS - want FREE art? - come 1 come all and<a href="http://tiptoebutterfly.blogspot.com/2010/11/photography-getaway-giveaway.html" rel="nofollow"> *JOIN PHOTOgraphy Give-Away *</a> .. if you interested of course! <br /><br />*kiss kiss*<br />ErikaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17741606747568476782noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-55752124318288662572010-11-09T09:22:25.385-06:002010-11-09T09:22:25.385-06:00Congratulations on meeting the summit! After a day...Congratulations on meeting the summit! After a day of hiking, without fail, I always crave a big greasy burger. :) Kurt laughs at me because I tell him I'm a hamburgologist.Johannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12374061632056967446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-41838738846923181402010-11-09T08:43:09.756-06:002010-11-09T08:43:09.756-06:00I love your stories!! I am new to your blog and ha...I love your stories!! I am new to your blog and have already been so inspired and encouraged. Thank you for sharing your life!Breezehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03963344722662305993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-49394027582738243472010-11-09T08:42:53.284-06:002010-11-09T08:42:53.284-06:00How beautiful, and (as always) so inspiring! I'...How beautiful, and (as always) so inspiring! I'm glad you guys made it!Kristinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06322356747172350573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-26974541685075987252010-11-09T02:34:45.385-06:002010-11-09T02:34:45.385-06:00I was rooting you on throughout the post too; what...I was rooting you on throughout the post too; what an accomplishment! Do you have more of the I-just-summited-a-mountain buzz now that you're safely back home?<br /><br />Oh, and it has to be said: Elbert would make a great baby name. ;)Bethany Bassetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15454965172669677301noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-22739072830174621752010-11-09T02:25:13.444-06:002010-11-09T02:25:13.444-06:00heeeeeeeeeeeey! i am a mostly silent lurker and i ...heeeeeeeeeeeey! i am a mostly silent lurker and i found you throu rummeybears some while back. i am so happy for your adventuring spirit to be diving into one of the biggest adventures of all... parenthood! all the best for your homebirth (i am a 2-times hb-er) and your journey head. with your curious and brave and kind hearts your little juju is in good hands...xx taliumihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13754373808017081544noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-63870370977714836772010-11-09T01:36:22.251-06:002010-11-09T01:36:22.251-06:00Wow, I could fell your pain while reading this. W...Wow, I could fell your pain while reading this. What an accomplishment. And what a good lesson for you and your husband to be able to deal with each other under such strenuous circumstances. You're one tough chica.Meemohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14097227932245447166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-24633639258170465492010-11-09T00:59:37.491-06:002010-11-09T00:59:37.491-06:00Wow, congratulations! That's so amazing. How w...Wow, congratulations! That's so amazing. How was Hunter feeling after the hike? I guess he was just sleeping.siniannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05127068744018350518noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-72916150794544460702010-11-09T00:51:16.851-06:002010-11-09T00:51:16.851-06:00Aura,
I just have to say that every time I visit ...Aura, <br />I just have to say that every time I visit your blog, and read another post, I leave it inspired. I myself have never had the opportunity to hike up a mountain but would love to experience the sheer ferocity and beauty of it. I noticed that another commenter compared climbing the mountain to labor, which I am VERY familiar with :). I have a 15 month old, and it feels like yesterday that I was pushing through labor to get her here. I have been doing research as of late on natural childbirth, home birth and the like. Her delivery was in a hospital, and with the help of some medication, which actually didn't take as it should and wore off throughout the delivery. I was entirely unaware of so many options for birth that there are! Eventually when my husband and I have more children, I am definitely curious to look into midwifery/doulas and home birth or natural birth. <br /><br />Are you considering this option for your baby? I can't remember if I read a post where you mentioned you may be possibly considering a home/birth. I believe it to be a personal choice for the mother and that she will choose what is right for her and her baby.<br /><br />I wish you nothing but blessings in this new beautiful journey in your life. Becoming a mother, a family, changes you in every fiber of your being. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. I truly enjoy getting to witness such an inspiring and beautiful family as yours.<br /><br />Brightest BlessingsJessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03546279806824722638noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-12906581355040100392010-11-08T21:45:00.221-06:002010-11-08T21:45:00.221-06:00This is an amazing story and series of photos. Kud...This is an amazing story and series of photos. Kudos to your family for doing this and never giving up! What an important lesson, and you're teaching it to so many people.<br /><br />Thank you Aura for your inspiration!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04427359086771713989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-64687674562818233382010-11-08T21:38:24.562-06:002010-11-08T21:38:24.562-06:00Congratulations on making it all the way up to the...Congratulations on making it all the way up to the top. This hike sounded really challenging, yet exhilarating. Can't wait to hear about Sand Dune NP. I really enjoy your stories and photos. Most of my hiking has been in Central and S. America. While I've been to Acadia and Joshua Tree I'm saving U.S. NP's for when I have a family. <br />Have a wonderful week. Much love and light to you.<br /><br />MoniqueMoniquehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15282687047933057842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-88558668816775048842010-11-08T20:38:56.355-06:002010-11-08T20:38:56.355-06:00wow, aura, these photos... extraordinary. i have b...wow, aura, these photos... extraordinary. i have been in the colorado mountains, and they claimed part of me. i will always miss them. thank you for this. (and doesn't the first meal following a long hike taste divine? :))Mommy Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09989213786947802537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-19066431624773415732010-11-08T18:34:49.414-06:002010-11-08T18:34:49.414-06:00Congrats on making it to the top. I'm sorry yo...Congrats on making it to the top. I'm sorry your moment up there was cut short by a storm but I must say that image of Hunter all wet is amazing. Thank you for sharing!Kelly @ turned UP to ELEVEN!https://www.blogger.com/profile/17316990503032552760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-52778435933536725042010-11-08T18:07:06.522-06:002010-11-08T18:07:06.522-06:00I just found your blog, and I'm so glad I did....I just found your blog, and I'm so glad I did. I used to live in Colorado and am in love with your photos of the Rocky Mountains. Can't wait to follow along on your adventures! Hope your next hike isn't as difficult as this one was.jenn from midlife modernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09149781315469755878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-56916856532812858152010-11-08T18:00:05.283-06:002010-11-08T18:00:05.283-06:00Congratulations! That is quite a feat, especially...Congratulations! That is quite a feat, especially with a little one just getting cozy inside! I loved reading your story. I am in the research phase of a Mt. Elbert climb myself for next summer. You are inspiring! Thanks for sharing!<br /><br />ShannonShannonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09500671371161924590noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-2763436460829598902010-11-08T17:50:34.237-06:002010-11-08T17:50:34.237-06:00you are an inspiration... and such a sweet woman t...you are an inspiration... and such a sweet woman too. I showed your blog to my teenage daughters...they said<br />'OMG - that is so cool!'Cathhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01658500221757437511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-86475170858579201822010-11-08T17:28:16.913-06:002010-11-08T17:28:16.913-06:00You did it! It must have really felt a.m.a.z.i.n....You did it! It must have really felt a.m.a.z.i.n.g! About five years ago I read A walk in the woods by Bill Bryson and fell absolutely in love with the whole idea of hiking the Appalachian trail. So a year or so after that, I hiked part of the trail and it was such an unbelievable experience! So...good for you that you did it!<br /><br />Julie xoJulie-Inspiredhttp://www.inspiredshares.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-19739860849087301212010-11-08T16:36:28.111-06:002010-11-08T16:36:28.111-06:00YOU DID IT!!! I'm so happy for you!YOU DID IT!!! I'm so happy for you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-51485700586002063602010-11-08T16:12:01.013-06:002010-11-08T16:12:01.013-06:00Hi Aura! I agree with Kathleen about the childbirt...Hi Aura! I agree with Kathleen about the childbirth parallel. I was seriously thinking the exact same thing. Especially right around this part: <br /><br />"The hike was nothing like I'd imagined. In my head I would take pictures, stop and admire the views, and generally have fun along the way.<br /><br />For the most part, I can't tell you much about that day, except for the few things I'm talking about, now. I didn't take my camera out, I didn't look around, and I could barely think outside of just moving. Anytime my mind would wander from what I was doing, I was having to break through that wall again. So I didn't let my mind wander."<br /><br />It's like that in a lot of ways. For much of it, you're in that "zone" where you're super focused. At least it was for me. <br /><br />The pictures are beautiful!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17984317175966495986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3918692864889720064.post-2872326489796780732010-11-08T15:42:06.931-06:002010-11-08T15:42:06.931-06:00wow what an amazing journey! the sense of accompli...wow what an amazing journey! the sense of accomplishment must be so satisfying at the end. i would have wanted to give up so many times along the way...i was feeling your pain on your way up. well done!Notes from Holly St.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08093189887058023766noreply@blogger.com