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Entries By j.j. justman


Aconcagua: Justman & Team Another Rest Day at Camp 2

Here we are...again! Another rest day, this time at Camp 2 at 18000 feet. If all goes well and keep your fingers crossed, this will be our last rest day. On the agenda for today is the usual, eating and drinking, reading books and magazines, and maybe just maybe watching a movie. The team is strong, very strong. Now it's just a mind game dealing with a little boredom. Leah and I will be making pizzas this afternoon as a treat. That usually lifts ones spirits! Stay tuned! The summit is just around the corner!! RMI Guide JJ Justman and Team
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Great job everyone!!!  Your ultimate goal is only feet away!!!  Wishing you all the best of luck these next few days.  Praying that weather holds off for you and that you all have an indescribable trek to the summit!!!  Can’t wait to read the post saying you all did it!!!

Josh - words can’t describe how proud I am of you.  I’m bet one excited for you to reach the top!  Not a moment goes by that you aren’t mentioned or thought about.  Keep your spirits high, and know that we are rooting you on from TN.  Everyone says hi!!!  Oh yea, no babies yet, but could be one any day.  Sending you all the strength, determination, inspiration, and will power in the world.  You can do this!!!

Lots of love. Jess

Posted by: Jessica on 12/27/2013 at 8:40 pm

JJ and Barbara…..I am following you step by step.  Can’t wait to hear all about the adventure. I am so proud of your accomplishments!!!  ROCK ON!  Deb

Posted by: Debbi LaPrevotte on 12/27/2013 at 3:30 pm


Aconcagua:  Justman & Team Rest at Camp 2

Safety is priority number one. Rumors of high winds coming in early next week has our team paying close attention to the forecast. The higher the winds, the colder it gets. Lucky for us we have all the necessary gear. Sure our packs are big but we are warm. For now, the team is lounging around Camp 2 at 18,000 feet on Aconcagua. We went up to 19000 + feet to acclimatize and everyone is doing really, really well. We need to rest and recuperate here tomorrow. We will be watching the winds and then we will make a game plan. Keep the fingers crossed and the positive vibes coming!!! Everyone here says hello to friends and family. RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Congrats Team 2 on trekking to camp 2!!! I’ve try enjoyed following along your journey and hearing of your progress each day.

Josh - you make me so proud.  Not a minute goes by that you aren’t on my mind, talked about, or asked about.  You are an unbelievably special person. Keep up the good work.  We are behind you 100% of the way and can’t wait to hear you’ve accomplished your next goal.  Enjoy your day of rest.

Sending much love….Jess

Posted by: Jessica on 12/26/2013 at 11:15 pm

Wow!! Kim - this is incredible, you are such a rockstar!!

Thinking of you….xoxo Steph, Adam and Lyle

Posted by: Stephanie on 12/26/2013 at 9:01 pm


Aconcagua: Justman & Team Rest Day at Camp 1

Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas from Aconcagua Camp 1 at 16,200 feet! Team 2 is taking a rest day after a strong climb up to Camp 2 yesterday. We are in a festive spirit as we enjoy our own version of egg nog...it's water but if you close you eyes hard enough you can taste the resemblance! Everyone is doing really, really well and we are looking forward to moving up to 18,000 feet! RMI Guide JJ Justman
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Just enjoying watching the team and specifically Matt Hill climb the mountain. Always checking for updates. Hey Matt, Thinking of you buddy. Hope your taking lots of pics and see you soon.

Posted by: Robert Holmes on 12/26/2013 at 7:27 am

Josh - hope you had a wonderful Christmas!  Santa didn’t visit our house…  He said he was waiting for your return.  No babies yet, but should be one soon.  Best of luck tomorrow as you climb to Camp 2.  We are loving the pictures and blog each day.  We are so very proud of you.  Can’t wait to see you at the top.  Sending lots of love, strength, determination, warmth, energy, and warm hugs your way.

We miss you!!!  Love -Jess

Posted by: Jessica on 12/25/2013 at 9:51 pm


Aconcagua: Justman & Team Send Their Holiday Wishes

Hey everyone this is JJ Justman with RMI. We did a carry to Camp 2 at 18,000'. The team is doing great. But more importantly, I think all of our friends and loved ones would like to hear from us on Christmas, so I will start with my wishes. (Click on audio to hear from the team.) RMI Guide JJ Justman & Team


JJ Justman and team send their holiday wishes to family and friends.

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Cindee….Merry Christmas Cindee!!! Better late then never. It took me a little while to figure this blog thing out(I guess your niece is right). Thank you for my gifts. I love them bunches. I was not expecting the one thing. That would have been enough. Wishing you and your team a Happy New year and a safe trip. Will talk to you when you are off the mountian. GO TEAM GO!!!!!
Big Sis

Posted by: Sandy on 12/26/2013 at 2:53 pm

Hey Bro! Good to hear from you. We’re all really proud of you. Huddy wanted me to remind you that 3WC will always be behind you! Merry Christmas,

-Love John, Maria, and Cam.

Posted by: John Keaney on 12/25/2013 at 8:37 pm


Aconcagua: Justman & Team Settling in at Camp 1

Hello everyone in the lowlands! It's Team 2 up here at Camp 1 on Aconcagua. We just found some prime real estate at 16,200 feet. It's a sunny day with some scattered clouds, which made it comfortable climbing. Everyone is doing great and we are now relaxing in the sun drinking water and eating to recover. RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Cindee,
Happy New Year! You must be getting close to summit or already summited. Hope your first two days of the new year are treating you well!
Kristina

Posted by: Kristina Markula on 1/2/2014 at 9:36 am

Merry Christmas to all you trekkers.  Josh it was so nice to hear your voice.  I know you all are having a wonderful time and what an experience to will be able to share with us when you get home.  We went to Mass and spent Christmas Eve with Lily’s family and truly missed you not being there but knew you were there in spirit.  Have a great and blessed day today and continue to be safe.  I can’t wait to see you and a picture of you all the day you summit.  Lots of love of this Christmas Day.  love mom and dad

Posted by: phyllis on 12/25/2013 at 8:22 am


Aconcagua:  Justman and Team Rest at Base Camp

Today is another rest day for the team at Plaza Argentina. After our carry to Camp 1 yesterday it serves us well to take advantage and fully acclimatize. The team is doing really well. The agenda for today is resting, eating and taking showers. Everyone on the team says hello to family and friends... RMI Guide JJ Justman

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JJ and Team:
So very good to hear all is well as you journey along!
Praying for your spiritual journey as well as your physical safety. Take a moment if you can to…
“Fall on yours knees, and Hear the Angel voices! (On this) Night Divine!
Blessings from David’s Mom

Posted by: Ruth Sorensen on 12/24/2013 at 2:39 pm

“One does not climb to attain enlightenment, rather one climbs because he is enlightened.” - Zen Master Futomaki

Posted by: Bill Gately on 12/23/2013 at 3:47 am


Aconcagua: Justman & Team Carry to Camp 1

Hello everyone in the lowlands! We thin-air breathers are now back in base camp after a terrific day. The team carried gear up to Camp 1. Aconcagua is a big undertaking which requires a lot of food, fuel and gear. We established Camp 1 at 16,200 feet. The team is honestly doing so well! We moved as one unit up and down. I like this because it keeps people motivated and we can pass the time with chit chat. Once we arrived at Camp 1 we emptied our packs and then Leah and I filled a couple of duffel bags full of food and gear. Now back at base camp we are surviving the heat and several climbers are in a championship round of Yahtzee. RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Awesome work team!!!  Sounds and looks like ya had an adventurous and exciting day.  Glad to hear everyone is doing well.  Best of luck trekking back to Camp 1 tomorrow.  Josh - I am so very proud of you.  Mom and I spent the day with lily in St. Louis!!!  We talked about you the entire trip.  We miss you bunches!!!  Keep up the great progress. 
Love you - Jess

Posted by: Jessica on 12/21/2013 at 8:12 pm


Aconcagua: Justman & Team Enjoy Base Camp

Buenos Dias from Plaza de Argentina (4,200m). We had a wonderful rest day. Sunshine, salad, and Christmas movies have kept us entertained. But don't forget the very important medical check up. The top notch doctors at base camp checked out the group and of course everyone is healthy and ready to climb. In light of the Christmas spirit the group was given the gift of a shower to clean off the dust from the long trek in. A hot shower and clean socks are a hot commodity down here. Tomorrow we will carry some gear to camp 1. We're all looking forward to stretching our legs and seeing more of the mountain! RMI Guides Leah Fisher & JJ Justman

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Aconcagua: Justman & Team Journey into Basecamp

Hey, hey, hey it's RMI Aconcagua Team 2 on the way! What a gorgeous day to make our final journey into Basecamp. We had a thrilling mule ride to get us across the Vacas River and then it was smooth sailing into camp. A lot can be told of how our climbers are doing as they near 14,000 feet. And they are doing great! Every one of them. Now in Basecamp we are setting up our new home and simply relaxing. We earned it. Tomorrow we will have a rest day. So stay tuned for Leah and JJ's secret quesadilla recipe! RMI Guide JJ Justman

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Cindee— Hope you’re getting acclimated, resting, and enjoying the view!  Since you’ve been out a few days, thought you and the group would appreciate some light news from this week. For starters, Robin Wright (Princess Bride actress) just got engaged to boyfriend Ben Foster… Donations have exceeded $100,000 to help a NY blind man keep the guide dog who rescued him from a potentially fatal subway fall….Former NBA star Dennis Rodman arrived in North Korea on Thursday to meet leader Kim Jong Un and finish plans to bring 12 ex-NBA players to Pyongyang for a January exhibition for the leader’s birthday….. and Justin Bieber says he’s “retiring” (yay!). How’s that for an update? Hope you have a great weekend!

Hugs, Rebekah

Posted by: Rebekah Mitchell on 12/20/2013 at 3:51 pm

KK—Mules, stars,hiking and mexican food?  You’re living the dream, my friend.  Lots of luck to you and your fellow team members.  Will continue watching your trek. Love ya.

Posted by: Helen on 12/20/2013 at 12:57 pm


Aconcagua: Justman & Team Reach Casa de Piedra

We awoke from our first night under the stars to another beautiful day in Valle de Vacas. The early morning light brought the return of our mules, who patiently awaited our heavy loads. Fortunately for us, and the mules, the weather quickly changed to scattered clouds and some reprieve from the scorching sun that successfully torched a few of us yesterday. We had a great day walking to Casa de Piedra (11,000 ft) and we were able to catch our first glimpse of Aconcagua, or more correctly, parts of the mountain as it poked through the clouds. Everyone is doing great and we are all looking forward to pulling into base camp tomorrow since life is so rough down here. Too much steak and packs that are way too light! RMI Guide JJ Justman
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Happy trekking today!  Can’t wait to hear about today’s adventure.  Have fun!  Josh we are so proud of you.
Jess

Posted by: Jessica on 12/19/2013 at 6:36 am

Wish I could enjoy your quesadillas! Safe climbing.

Posted by: Elsie Bemiss on 12/19/2013 at 5:52 am

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