Tue 6th Feb. SUCCESS on KP, 5545mts...

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Tue 6th Feb. SUCCESS on KP, 5545mts...

6/2/2018

Kalar Pattar 5545 meters

Laying in bed at 4900 meters listening to the wind howling and I hear Stacey make the comment through the paper thin walls “well at least no trees are going to fall on us”. Too true. For those not familiar with altitude, we leave the trees behind at around 3800 meters.
We woke this morning to cloud. David had warned us our luck on the weather looked like running out. With two days of patchy snow forecast, we decided we would make the hike up to Kalar Patar after arriving into Gorak Shep.
A slow steady hike up to 5100 meters saw us at Gorak Shep by 10am. An early lunch, not that we were hungry but knew we had to eat something. Snow was falling but nothing too heavy.
We all stayed together as a group and a little over two hours saw us all on top of Kalar Patar. In all my trips to the Everest region two thing have happened that hasn’t happened before.
Firstly we had no view of Everest. Every trip I’ve done we have been lucky enough to have good weather for our summit to KP. Luckily it was high cloud so we could look down on Base Camp and still see the Khumbu Glacier in all its glory. We even saw a few tents set up at Base Camp.
The second thing that hasn’t happened in all of my trips is a wedding proposal. Yes, Stacey proposed to Dale on top of KP with a beautiful diamond ring that she could only manage to take her gloves off for a few seconds to put the ring on. Dale and Stacey on behalf of Team EBC 2018 and Treknepalwithme we wish you all the very best for your future lives together. Thank you for making our summit on KP even more special.
Now relaxing back in the lodge. A few eyes are closed amongst the group but they have lit the heater for us. Hard to imagine we may not sleep well tonight. After ascending over 600 meters I feel like I could fall asleep as soon as my head hits the pillow. Normally we try to stay awake until 7pm but tonight might be an exception.

Matt with the Khumbu Glacier in the background

On the way to Gorak Shep

Dorrie and all her men

Engaged at 5545 meters. Congratulations Dale and Stacey

Dale and Stacey being massaged after the climb

25 Comments

David G

6/2/2018 11:53:54 pm

Oh yes, I am officially the first on this blog post to say WELL DONE. What a post Sue. I had to read it a few times just for the details to sink in. The photos support the incredible day you have all had. Dale & Stacey....what can I say... Despite not quite getting the weather to suit the occasion, your choice of location to make your announcement was superb. Dorrie, you legend.
I'm saddened that the cloud took away your Everest view, but all your smiles are fantastic. Well done Sue for the great lead, You too Prakash. Enjoy your well earned sleep guys and will eagerly follow your descent back to Lukla. BRILLIANT

Sue

7/2/2018 11:31:55 pm

No one was disappointed the weather didn’t hold bout for us. We had some superb views of Everest leading up to Gorek Shep. Was an incredible moment for Stacey and Dale.

Spanner

7/2/2018 04:14:23 am

Congratulations to you all on reaching your destination,I am so sad that the cloud took away your Everest view, however it's still an accomplishment that you can hold highly, and the smiles say it all. I hope you decent is quick and enjoyable and I bet you are all looking forward to a nice hot well earned shower love from spanner, Matt and John

7/2/2018 11:33:46 pm

So true spanner, everyone reached their goals View or no view.

James, Brad & Liam.

7/2/2018 06:15:12 am

Congratulations to you all on reaching your goal, it sounds like it wasn't easy with the weather threatening to turn nasty.
Stacey and Dale congratulations and all the best, what a setting you picked.
Hurry home Sue the other Mountain is calling you ....

7/2/2018 06:17:45 pm

Cheeky...

7/2/2018 11:35:04 pm

You know where the ironing board and iron is James to get rid of that mountain you refer to.

Brian@weeroona

8/2/2018 07:47:49 pm

James, it's a matter of equivalency. Sue has a porter to carry her gear and your 'porter' is the woman down the road who does ironing for $20 per hour. Fair enough, I say.

8/2/2018 11:44:29 pm

Brian, don’t give him any ideas.

9/2/2018 08:19:45 am

Too late Sue. James has already taken up Brian’s advice, although he’s only offered her 4.30p/hr.!!

Dis

7/2/2018 07:44:56 am

Well done to everyone for reaching LP peak a great effort hope to be standing in your foot steps in a few weeks time. Congratulations to Dale and Stacey.

Wine link

7/2/2018 08:22:37 am

Dis, I hear you are trekking via Gokyo Valley. Good luck with that. We will have to organise a catch up when you return.

7/2/2018 11:36:08 pm

Thanks Dis, your turn soon.

7/2/2018 08:20:23 am

Well done on reaching KP. A mighty effort. Pity about the weather. Oh well, you will just have to do it again. Congrats to Stacey and Dale. Good luck on the descent.

7/2/2018 11:37:04 pm

Thanks Wine, such a strong group.

Drew

7/2/2018 08:43:46 am

Congratulations all - and especially Stacey and Dale, what a setting for a proposal. Would've definitely have taken everyone's breath away, if you had any at that altitude!

Pity about the weather, especially having been so good for the entire trek to this point. Still no less an achievement and something to be so proud of. Amazing work Auntie D, had no idea you had it in you. Sounds like skills in persuasion are just as important as training!

Where were the big hats Mum and Matt? Was hoping they might make an appearance on KP. And the yellow pants???

Good luck with the descent, can't wait for the slide night M&D, reckon even I will be able to stay awake during this one!

Thanks for the updates, Sue, has been eagerly awaited every morning. Hope one day I can join you on a trek and be on the other side of the blog.

7/2/2018 11:41:36 pm

So true Drew, wasn’t much breath to take away, but oh so special. Dorrie is a true legend given she was giving herself a destination of Everest View Hotel at 3800 meters. She surprised us all. One strong Auntie you have there. Mum and dad are true adventure seekers and hats off (even the big white one) to them. Would love to allow you to follow in Mum, dad & Auntie Ds footsteps.

Veals

7/2/2018 06:00:16 pm

Well done to you all & congrats to the newly engaged couple. Safe return for you all.
Special thanks to Sue the blogger (with the silent L). After big days you provide us with entertaining comments & great photos.🙏

7/2/2018 06:13:45 pm

I agree Veals. The last thing you feel like doing after a hard day on some steep trails is find a rare and crappy wifi to write up (and respond to) a blog. She's done well

7/2/2018 11:45:16 pm

Thanks veals, the past couple days have been that cold, around minus 15 even the body functions are saying bbbrrrrrr too cold out there. Look out Namche😂

Alasdair

8/2/2018 12:16:08 am

Hooray, you made it! Well done team, fantastic effort. Good luck with the next bit and the weather and everything, hi to mum & dad & Auntie D. I'd love to come on the future trek with Drew but pretty sure I'm washing my hair that day so maybe raincheck...

8/2/2018 12:29:37 am

Washing your hair is overrated Dair, Aunty D wishes she was washing her hair right now and your comment has sent everyone talking about hot showers and how many shampoos it will take to get a lather. Mum and dad say hi to you and Drew.

Mark

9/2/2018 02:16:45 pm

Well done guys and congratulations to Stacey and Dale!
Such an awesome place to propose.
Loving the blogging Sue!
I hope we can document our trip in a couple of weeks as entertainingly as you.
(Entertainingly's a word right?)
Safe travels home.

9/2/2018 06:51:04 pm

Hi sue and team, must all be very proud of you achievements, now for those hot showers, boy are they going to be welcome, love you new members, how cute, Barcelona very different to what I expected,and braving the cold well. All the very best to you all on you safe journey home, cheers. Sue mum

Michelle

10/2/2018 06:09:34 am

Well deserved all. What a great accomplishment. All your hard work has been worth it. A proposal in the most memorable setting. Beautiful. Congratulations to you both. please stay warm and safe and I wish you all a safe journey home. Well done for getting everyone there Sue.

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