Cory Richardsさんのインスタグラム動画 - (Cory RichardsInstagram)「The weather window is here. It’s not ideal, but if we wait more, we risk loosing the opportunity. In alpinism, there are never perfect conditions, and that’s part of the process and journey. Taking calculated risks are expected, and luckily in our case, we are surrounded by experts who help us form our decisions. @estebantopomena and I aren’t proud and there is no machismo in attempting to 'conquer' or tame the wild. We are here on our individual journeys, together for a single goal. I feel scared as much as I feel strong. Fear is good - it keeps us safe. As I’ve expressed, my battle with mental health includes anxiety that runs high, and it is one of the factors that keeps me cautious and conservative in decision making. It’s that exact quality now that makes my near-and-dear a little more at ease. We will be disconnected until we return back to basecamp, but my loved ones back home will be getting a evening update. But as the saying goes: No news is good news. Thank you to everyone who has been sending us positive thoughts, energy, prayers, notes...there truly is no way to express how much this makes us feel supported and cared for. It’s times like these that make social media precious...it has given us all the opportunity to be participants on the journey to the mountain, and it’s provided connection, support, kindness, and inspiration. Thank you for all being a part of that - that presence, your presence, has been a part very much part of my getting up the mountain. #everest」5月20日 23時56分