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Annapurna Base Camp. Jhinu (1725 metres) Sue 21/1

24/1/2015

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Wow, our last hard day of steps. After setting off this morning we were straight into steps, more ups. Our 1000 steps training certainly paid off. Not long after, we dropped down about 2000 steps, crossed a swing bridge at the bottom before climbing 2387 steps.....Courtney counted them.

Lunch was at Chhomrong, before we dropped down the steep steps to Jhinu.   This is the place we have been waiting for. Hot springs!!! The first time some had seen hot water, besides in their coffee for 9 days. We had a choice of 3 pools, and they were hot.

Elias stated this morning it was the first time he has changed his jocks in 8 days. Viv, if I were you I'd put Napisan on the shopping list. They're coming home full of blood, sweat and tears....hopefully that's all they're full of!!!

While everyone else is so proud of their own personal achievements, Bill however, is proud for other reasons..... drinking beer EVERY night whilst on the trek. Even at Annapurna Base Camp in minus 20. He has declared he is hanging up his boots and going somewhere warmer next holiday. Harden up Bill.

Liz has powered through today, despite her archillies, Nurofen has done the trick. To see the smile on her face every day as she absorbs her surroundings is truly satisfying.

Sammy had a slow start this morning with little sleep. He couldn't keep his meal down last night, so little energy this morning. He found more energy as the day went on, and was charging.

For those who don't know, Chris and Annie are cousins and I'm sure they will share some really memorable moments for many years to come. Annie is no stranger the the Himalayas having been here on the Everest trek 2 years ago. This type if adventure is new to Chris and he has taken to it like an experienced trekker.  

There's no stopping Elias and Courtney. Theyboth have an abundance of energy as they disappear into the distance.

Quote of the day goes to Sammy...."I can feel my ribs now". Sammy, you are Ripped!!!!

Our last day tomorrow on what has been a truly exhilarating experience to share with an amazing bunch of adventure seekers. We are told it will be mostly flat!!!! Is this possible?

We have all loved your comments and everyone looks forward to hearing your well wishes each night around the dining room table.
21 Comments
David G
21/1/2015 05:13:38 pm

Now that photo is going straight to the pool room.!!
Well done ABC team. Your photos have oozed with excitement and enjoyment. We are happy for you.
Well done Sue on leading what has been a very successful trek.

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Didi
22/1/2015 12:39:12 am

The smiles says it all. What a way to spend our last night. Bill was disappointed they didn't sell beer down there. It was actually a bit of a hike to get down to it, so he'd worked up a thirst.

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Michelle
21/1/2015 05:32:43 pm

Well done my fellow Trekkers . It sounds like you have all had an amazing time , one that I may join Suein next year! Elias did you jump into the hot springs to give your jocksa wash or did you take them off??

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Didi
22/1/2015 12:41:04 am

I'll hold you to that Michelle!!!! If Elias washed his jocks in the hot pools, they'd be closed for maintenance for a week,

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Liam.c
22/1/2015 12:06:23 am

Congratulations to you all, looks like the hot spring were nice. Hope ms magnisons archillies get better.Didi bluey is back, he was where all the pool pumps are up the back of the house. Good luck.

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Didi
22/1/2015 12:46:29 am

Thanks Liam. It cost us .50 cents to swim. This goes towards rebuilding the three pools when the monsoon floods wash them away each year. Mrs Magnuson has some new ideas for art when school starts back. Don't be surprised if she teachers you how to weave!!! Say hi to Bluey. No doubt he'll frighten the crap out of me when I'm next doing pool maintenance!!!

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Wine link
22/1/2015 01:31:11 am

A well earned bit of luxury. I hope Bill had at least jocks on. He is noted (not pleasurably) for his nudity. Well done Sue and ABC team.

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Didi
22/1/2015 03:09:21 am

Thanks Wine. He saved his best pair of jocks til last. A pair with a hole in them that he could throw out afterwards. Mind you, we all had to persuade him to wear something.

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Joan g
22/1/2015 03:34:29 am

Well done sue and can see how everyone enjoyed the hot pool what a bonus that was.
Congratulations to you all ,it sounds like you all had a lot of fun you will have earned a good rest .
I will be looking forward to seeing both lots of photos

Didi
22/1/2015 09:36:59 pm

Thanks spanna. The hot pools were amazing.

Chris & family
22/1/2015 06:20:28 am

Inspiring stuff Liz (and friends). Proud of you and the hard training put in on the way... All well back here. Enjoy the next few precious days. Xx

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Didi
22/1/2015 08:25:31 pm

Thanks Chris, Wack and Shirley, for your comments. They were read out today with joy. Liz has shown so much strength over the past 10 days. Shirley, we were thinking of you slogging up those stairs some 30 years ago. We now know where Liz gets her determination from. There is just as much mental strength as what there is physical strength on this trip. Wack, auntie Liz deserves two beers.

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Viv Sahrly
22/1/2015 06:20:52 am

Elias - DO NOT EVEN THINK ANOUT BRINGING THOSE JOCKS HOME!!!! I hope you spent hours soaking in the hot springs!

It all looks fabulous and I wish I was there to share it but I am still sunning and swimming in the

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Didi
22/1/2015 08:26:23 pm

Viv, too late, the jocks are walking home on their own.

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Wack
22/1/2015 06:33:19 am

Will have a beer with you soon auntie..... Well done

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Shirley
22/1/2015 06:36:12 am

Have followed your blog "Elizabeth". With Chris. Remember the trip and the challenges well. So glad you are having a good time. Congratulations to all

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Loren
22/1/2015 06:38:06 am

Looks fabulous...you look like you are in your element Elias!
Can't wait to hear all about it and hopefully join you on the next trek.
Loren xxxx

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Didi
22/1/2015 08:29:05 pm

Loren, your dad is a very funny man and kept us all amused. He has fallen in love with Nepal and a comment was made he wants to bring your mum here. Maybe a family trek in the making???

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Loren
23/1/2015 04:41:36 am

He certainly is very entertaining! Family trek sounds like a plan.
Enjoy the last few days!

Emily
22/1/2015 02:20:28 pm

Hi Liz and team,
Looks like you're having an amazing time!
Looking forward to hearing your stories and seeing your sketches when you get back.
Cheers, Emily, Titus, Reginald & Anežka

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Didi
22/1/2015 08:33:37 pm

Hi Emily and Crew, Liz would get into the lodge each night, sit herself down in a corner of the dining room and out would come the pencil and paper. I wish I had that talent. At one stage she was drawing a portrait of one of the porters and when finished, ripped it out and gave it to him. He immediately got his phone out and took a picture of it. No doubt it's ended up on his facebook page or some other form of social media.....priceless. She even had them drawing one night!!!

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