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Kilimanjaro with the Intyatyambo Community Project’s chairwoman, Jules.
There had been a fire, and the evidence was still there.
“I was struck by the fact that it could be seen as an image of hope.
“We wanted to take on a huge personal challenge that would really push our physical and mental capabilities.
We also felt that the climb is symbolic of the struggles that many children from disadvantaged backgrounds face.”
“The children love engaging in new and different activities that stimulate their creativity.”
“We went to bed early each night and generally woke with the sunrise.
A moment of morning reflection.
“Breakfast was usually porridge of oats or millet, followed by eggs, fruit and toast.
“We took an arsenal of snacks to keep our sugar levels up.”
End of the day rituals.
This enables you to acclimatize slowly and stand a better chance of reaching the summit.”
Reminders to take it slowly.
When they finally made it, “I felt so relieved actually made it!
I felt so lucky to experience something of such beauty.”
Photo Credit: Courtesy of Hannah New
