Category Archives: Everest 2010

Happy New Year to All!

Posted on January 1, 2009 by TA Loeffler

Greetings from a snowy Sunday evening. After an adventurous holiday season, I’m back in my chair and ready to be a more regular blogger for the next while. After a fun visit with my family, Marian and I headed south … Continue reading →

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The Hemoglobin is Definitely Gone

Posted on November 30, 2008 by TA Loeffler

Greetings on the Cusp of December, When I thought about writing you last week, I would have entitled the update, “The hemoglobin is gone.” Since I didn’t get it together last week, as I skated on the ice this week, … Continue reading →

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Home from Pumori et Al

Posted on November 16, 2008 by TA Loeffler

Hello from St. John’s, I arrived back from my whirlwind tour of North America on Wednesday morning and I’m pleased to say I am already unpacked from the expedition. It usually takes me a week or so to finally get … Continue reading →

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Back in Canada

Posted on October 30, 2008 by TA Loeffler

Namaste, The last few days have been a whirlwind of flights and airports. On the 28th, I had breakfast in Lukla, lunch in Kathmandu and supper aboard a plane for Hong Kong. I had to make a very quick decision … Continue reading →

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Clarity

Posted on October 22, 2008 by TA Loeffler

Hi This is TA calling in from Pumori base camp, all tucked snuggly in my sleeping bag, its chilly here tonight as it has been. I’m calling a little bit later because I wanted to have the full update to … Continue reading →

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From Pumori Base Camp

Posted on October 11, 2008 by TA Loeffler

Hi This is TA calling in from Mount Pumori base camp 5284 metres. I’m sitting here in my tent, in my ultimate layer otherwise known as my sleeping bag because the sun has gone behind the clouds and when that … Continue reading →

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Last Update from Kathmandu

Posted on October 3, 2008 by TA Loeffler

Howdy to All, I’m battered. In a good way. Perhaps battered and fried. In the best tradition of St. John’s fish and chips. All of my senses have been filled to overflowing with the sights, sounds, smells, and textures of … Continue reading →

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Greetings from the Nirvana Garden

Posted on October 2, 2008 by TA Loeffler

I’m sitting in the shade being quite delighted at the magic of wireless. A gentle breeze carries the caw of nearby crows, the toots of horns, and the crinkle of bike bells to my ear. The garden is adorned with … Continue reading →

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The Big O Mountain

Posted on August 17, 2008 by TA Loeffler

Happy Summer Olympics to All, I haven’t had a chance to watch much of the Olympics as I don’t have a TV capable or receiving a signal but I’ve been following them some on the Internet. It is an intense … Continue reading →

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Ready for the Summit Push

Posted on October 21, 2007 by TA Loeffler

After several acclimatization forays up and down the Khumbu icefall and Western Cwm, Everest climbers return to base camp to rest and fortify before their final push to the summit. The climbers are nervous, tense, and wondering if all the … Continue reading →

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