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Day 10 - Boston to Toronto, Canada
Published: January 22nd 2010North America » Canada » Ontario » Toronto
January 21st 2010
Ok early start at 6am. Headed to subway for our $1.70 ride to the airport. Got to the 'Logan Airport' and checked in with no queues. Headed into the small terminal and waited to board. All of a sudden we hear- 'Flight 357 looking for passenger Logan'. Whoopies we were at the wrong gate and were not listening. So we boarded our small plane and were like the 19th and 20th passenger. We had the whole back end of the plane to oursleves. The flight was baout 2 hours and we were off and in customs in a flash. The luggage carousel was empty with our two bags going round. Mum's friend Gary with his wife Carolyn were there to pick us up. We got into Gary's Yuekon (massive car) and headed back to his place. ... read more
January 6th 2010
The trip started with a bang! A Monseratt bang and one that threatened to postpone our flight to Saint Kitts. Final packing touches completed at 12:30 am followed by a couple hours of sleep and then off to the airport. 3:30 AM at the American Airlines counters - a disorganized mess - through security, followed by security and then more security. Full pat downs and searches to make certain that everything is safe to fly. Incovenient yes but we think it's better to be safe than sorry. 6:20 AM and we're on our way to Miami... ... read more
I just realized I am merely 11 sleeps away...
Published: December 24th 2009North America » Canada » Ontario » Toronto
December 23rd 2009
Brunch today with Kathryn was great... but I had the alarming realization that I am not 2.5 weeks away... but merely 11 sleeps from my flights to Nairobi. I leave next Sunday, Janurary 3rd at 5:55 pm ... and thankfully my Dad has agreed to take me to the airport. After a quick layover in Amsterdam, I arrive in Nairobi on Janurary 4th around 9 pm - before spending the night in Milimani Backpackers Hotel and then meeting up with the rest of the team on January 5th @ The Heron Hotel - which is nearby. See . I'm working out in some capacity each day - and after some minor health scares ... a slight heart issue, and then a grand tumble of the 6 inch ledge in the Youth Team room that I somehow ... read more
December 21st 2009
Preparing for our vacation starting on Christmas. Concerned some about the weather but I'm confident we will be fine. Packing this week and trying to find all the info I can on Niagara Falls, Toronto, Montreal and Quebec City. Once we make it to the US I know we'll find our way.... read more
December 17th 2009
Some Fitting Inspiration It may be cheesey, but it is working. This song perfectly describes how I am feeling and this epic adventure that is a mere SIXTEEN SLEEPS AWAY! I can almost see it That dream I'm dreamin' but There's a voice inside my head sayin' You'll never reach it Every step I'm takin' Every move I make feels Lost with no direction My faith is shakin' But I Gotta keep tryin' Gotta keep my head held high There's always gonna be another mountain I'm always gonna wanna make it move Always gonna be an uphill battle Sometimes I'm gonna have to lose Ain't about how fast I get there Ain't about what's waitin' on the other side It's the climb The struggles I'm facin' The chances I'm takin' Sometimes might knock me down ... read more
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December 17th 2009
SUPER COOL! Tomorrow is my last day at Free The Children. It is going to be tough to leave this place that has been my home for 2 years. FTC has fundamentally changed me - for the better, I hope. Today was special. Craig and Marc carried the 2010 Vancouver Olympic Torch across North Toronto and then brought it into the office. Super fun! Oh, also - all of my sponsored gear arrived from UK today!!! I opened the MASSIVE box in the Youth Team room with Serena, Kelly, Humza and Jane! Way better than Christmas! I can't believe the incredible work that the 3P3W team did to secure this! Amazing! Our sponsors have been so generous - I can't wait for a photo shoot on Kili in just a few weeks! So... here is a ... read more
Bear Grylls shows his support for 3 Peaks!
Published: December 13th 2009North America » Canada » Ontario » Toronto
December 13th 2009
You know that super intense, amazing, inspiring guy from Man vs. Wild? Yeah, Bear Grylls! He supports 3 Peaks 3 Weeks Read more below to find out about being the youngest Briton to climb Everest... and doing so after a parachuting accident broke his back in three places! Hard core! To learn more about Bear and the great work that he does for some very important causes internationally, check out . Bear Grylls Bear is a man who has always loved adventure. After breaking his back in three places in a parachuting accident, he fought his way to recovery, and two years later entered the Guinness Book of Records as the youngest Briton to climb Mount Everest, aged only 23. He has since led ground-breaking expeditions across the world. But for Bear, it is not ... read more
December 13th 2009
Thank you to all of our supporters! Many incredible organizations and corporations have supported the 3P3W Team this year with services, support and gear. These are the official sponsors! I will be updating my list of sponsors ASAP - Thank you! There have been so many people involved in making what 3 Peaks 3 Weeks is today. Thank you for your patience, time and most importantly.... belief. To our families, friends, donors and sponsors, thank you for your encouragement, support and donations. If you are interested in supporting 3 Peaks 3 weeks, please contact Chloe; chloe@3peaks3weeks.org. ... read more
Wondering how to get 3P3W updates?
Published: December 13th 2009North America » Canada » Ontario » TorontoDecember 13th 2009
While I am climbing my heart out - I want you to be hearing all about it! The 3 Peaks 3 Weeks team will now use to stay in touch with supporters, friends and family while on the mountain. The team will carry a mobile phone and send a LIVE update via SMS to base camp. From base camp, the SMS will instantly reach supporters around the globe using FrontlineSMS’ ‘auto-forward’ functionality. Hear which girls are getting altitude sickness, who can’t sleep at night, what food they are being served, and when they make it to the summit! You can subscribe to the live updates by texting the word CLIMB to +255 688 905 872. You will get an automated reply either immediately, or within a day or two, confirming your subscription! For more information, ... read more
December 9th 2009
It's 11am December 9th, and I think all the T's have been crossed, and the I's dotted!! Or at least I hope so anyways, lol! I'm hoping to squeeze in about 5 hours of some shut eye, and then the journey begins. I'll be leaving my house at about 5am. My next entry will be in Bangkok, so with that being said, I'll see you all other side. Nighthy Night!!... read more
