Lazarow World-Hike-About

An extraordinary day , an extraordinary hike, an extraordinary set of views, (sights rather than opinions). While our vocabularies may be found wanting, we cannot think of a better day than Tuesday, September 26th. The primary reason, an unemotional one, is that everything about the day was near perfect. We awoke in the same bed, set off for Camps Bay by car, began the hike in light rain, climbed to the top of one of the buttresses that form the Twelve Apostles (although there are in fact 17 of them, but then who's counting). We crossed part of the western Table through the valley of the Red Gods, passed the reservoir on the mountain, took a wrong turn which put us in marshes but arrived at a wonderful position across the valley from the upper-cable station, returned to our point of erring, climbed some more, continued to absorb the stupendous sights including the reservoir which is magnificent to view and realize it exists up on a mountain top, gained views of Camps Bay and the o...

Once again, a little effort was rewarded with a great workout, crisp mountain air and sights to retain in one's memory for years to come. It's not possible to express appreciation easily for the wonders that cover this magnificent region so we are fortunate the camera acts as a great backup and recorder of our experiences. The region of Chamonix nestled between spectacular mountains as we rise to reach a top. 'Sitting on a railway station, a ticket to my destination' with Paul and Art on the top of a mountain: huh! We accumulated 3,000 feet by the end of the hike. Imagine trains and cable cars covering these mountains. Another view from a different place of the amazing Aiguille Du Midi—an absolute wonder. A cable car is approaching the station. Reaching the peak we sought and the views of real peaks. Mont-Blanc to the left of Aiguille de Bionnassay, an incredible peak with 'differing shapes' depending from where it is viewed. Colorful f...

A glimpse into the distance, setting the scene for the day. A wonderful concept is that of shared memories. Add to it an idea we explored in our book, (click) " A Life Experience As No Other.. ."  that is, of bonding. When a person sweats together with another or to put it in a more refined manner: When people endure struggles together, it builds a strength of relationship and unity that is remarkable. Well, a walk in some snow, plenty of rain, cold weather and up rugged, steep slopes is an example of relationship building. Such was our hike of some 2,600 feet vertical gain in difficult conditions. But for a short stretch when we wondered why we were walking in freezing conditions with light flurries, and rain when we were at lower altitudes, we enjoyed the outing immensely. Many of the views were blocked and we were disappointed not to see into Switzerland and the immediate surround. However, for a short spell after about twenty minutes below the peak, the 'mir...

We had accumulated elevation gain of 2,600 feet so we could stand in awe and gaze at magnificent sights surrounding us. We have mentioned frequently how stunned we are at the engineering feats all about. This is Aiguille du Midi, situate at about 12,500 feet. It is the highest station in the world, housing a whole complex. No wonder we walk around the valley in awe. Our first sighting on trail of Mont-Blanc; glistening and wind swept. It's not always good to look up. A fine perspective of the town of Chamonix Mont-Blanc below. One of us stood in awe at this sight and I think we captured it on camera. After a cup of tea at the refuge, we sought a comfortable spot for brunch. We had difficulty deciding which view to select. It's not easy! We settled for this one. Then changed our minds and position while in "glacier land". Another position change. Unusual shapes on the glacier Bossons, known as ice pyramids. The choreogra...