Wazzu, thank goodness you took the time to help Dave, he really needed your help badly. Actually,it sounds like you both needed each other. I think you should consider this entire year of training as your training for next year summit. Perhaps next year you'll find someone you can hike with to the summit. Sharing your experience with a friend is so much more rewarding. Since you're in OC, I would suggest posting a note on the Bulletin Board at REI for a companion for your MW summit. Hey, the new REI opens soon at The Marketplace in Irvine/Tustin.....this is very dangerous for me because it's on the way home from work. I can spend a bundle in REI, it's like a big candy store for me. Congratulations on accomplishing being a caring human being, you did a great job.
