My video interview with our head guide, Lyimo.
So many have asked me what my favorite part of our trek up Kilimanjaro was. Aside from the obvious ones of reaching the summit, going on this adventure with my Husband and Father, and the incredible scenery, this interview stands out to me as extremely memorable. Wherever I go, I love getting to know the many different kinds of people I encounter. This trip was no exception. I was blown away by the sheer knowledge, dedication and professionalism not only our head guide, Lyimo, but also our junior guide Mosha and all eight of our porters showed. These men hike up Kilimanjaro three to-four times per MONTH during the busy season, carrying all their own gear, the supplies for camps and cooking, and often gear of their clients. Throughout our seven days with them, I did not hear a single complaint, gripe or rude word from any of them. Instead, I learned about the pride they take in their jobs, the families they work so hard to feed back home, and their thoughts on their own country as well as on ours. If there's one video blog from our journey I hope you watch, this is it. Lyimo is a remarkable man who taught all of us so much. I hope you enjoy hearing his story as much as I enjoyed capturing it.
PS: As you can see by Lyimo's favorite hat, they LOVE Obama in Tanzania :-)
