Took a while, but I made it!

Well everyone, it took me 55 mins and 50 seconds but I made it!

It was, by far, one of the most memorable experiences in my entire lifetime.
I've put it off forever because I didn't think I was in good enough shape to do it, and as you can see by my time, I'm still not in 'great' shape. (fyi, the average time for a 'fit' person is 20-30 minutes)

I took frequent breaks, and had my mom for support the whole time. My mom made it in 27 minutes (even after waiting for my aunt last year...). She could have easily made it in 15 mins. Knowing my husband (who woke up at 6am) to meet me at the top was additional motivation. Seeing him as I climbed that last stair was just awesome. I'll never forget him telling me how proud he was and his shock that I made it in under an hour. I can't even describe that feeling

I will do it again next year...that I have decided (despite saying that I'd never do it again on the way up...). My mom has taken pictures with her disposable camera and I'll scan them all for you to see, when I get a copy of them. I must say seeing "You're half way there!!" at flight #72 (I think it was...) did little for my motivation..but I digress.

I had a great time. Despite having a bad headache right now (dehydration), I'm feeling very fullfilled. I felt all your support and the words of Billy Blanks (Change your mind, Change your life....and his famous "Now Gimme Some!") helped as well...

Just thought I'd share this experience with you all............it was truly rewarding and fulfilling!