A final picture: Cho Oyu Climbers above the Ice Cliff, on the way to Camp 2.

Final Update

So, my hubby and his expedition, unfortunately, will not be summiting due to the strong winds and generally bad weather (hey, they've also had an earthquake and avalanches). They've reached their highest point at 23,000 feet. I wanted to thank everyone that has donated to the Texas Children's Hospital. We have raised $8,900 so far! Please continue to spread the word so that we can make the $10K mark! I just wanna say that I'm so proud of my bear!! I know he's disappointed, having come this close, but I am so happy he's coming home!! His dedication and commitment are unlike anyone else's that I've ever known and I couldn't be prouder!

Shawn and his teammates are ready for the summit !!

Shawn and his teammates are ready for the summit scheduled for Tuesday at 9 am (Nepal time), which is Monday at 10 pm (our time). No more coming down the mtn to acclimatize, they will go straight to camp 2 then camp 3. This is the real deal! I want my bear back home safe and sound...

Cho Oyu Climbers Feel Earthquake!!!!!

Cho Oyu Climbers Feel Earthquake!!!!!
September 18, 2011

"Ang Jangbu reports that the climbers felt the earthquake today that hit northeastern India (centered in Sikkim). He says the ground shook for some time, and there were a few avalanches triggered on some of the various slopes around the area, but no ill effects for climbers on Cho Oyu."

I'm glad Shawn and his teammates are OK!!! Please pray that there are no more avalanches!!!!

Shawn has reached 22,000 Feet!

Update from Shawn close to Camp 2!

Shawn close to Camp 2 at around 22,000 FT! Didn't really reach b/c of the weather. Might have to stay a few more days to reach the summit... :(

Shawn is at Camp One at 22,000!