Thank you Robert for another MOST EXCELLENT ADVENTURE. I was the sweeper on this hike and we met my goal of me not being left behind. The highlight for me was eating lunch on Cucamonga peak, viewing the entire LA basin (from Pac ocean to San Jacinto) between our legs. It reminded me that we are ants. And then 2 hrs later we were down and one of those ants moving along the freeway. I love the BIG transitions. And I'm not so far behind the rabbit as you think. (Hiking speed aside.) I did Baldy this summer by myself, San B on the backside of your 9 Peaks Challenge; does San Jacinto from the tram count (your C2C)? And if I hadn't gotten lost on San G, I would be even closer.

But I know; its the journey not the destination(s). More journey please!

The last of the 6 peak challenge. Thanks, Robert, for encouraging me to go on this so we could get the 6 peak challenge done before the end of the year! Had a great time, even with the freezing wind and black ice! Found a Geocache to boot! Thanks, Tom, for the great conversation and for picking me up and brushing me off!! Not including picks of the rapidly forming bruise though! Trust me when I say, not a pretty sight!!

Congrats Julie for completing the 6-Pack Peak Challenge! You've been a great hiking partner this past year and thank you for all your support and williness to join me on all these crazy hikes! I look forward to future hikes w/u in the new year. Also, great job today Tom! You're on your way to completing the 6-Pack Peak Challenge. You didn't realize this was your goal, huh? ...LOL! Baldy and San G left to complete this Challenge. You guys have a good week and thanks for a good hike today! Oh Yeah, thanks for driving Tom!