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12 of 52: Johanna Steinwald, My Great-Grandmother 52 People Who Made a Difference in My Life I never met my great-grandmother, Johanna Steinwald, but I knew her through the stories my father shared. After my father lost both of his parents at a ver
12 of 52: Johanna Steinwald, My Great-Grandmother 52 People Who Made a Difference in My Life I never met my great-grandmother, Johanna Steinwald, but I knew her through the stories my father shared. After my father lost both of his parents at a very young age, she took him in and raised him. She was already in her late 70s, a widow, living in Prague during the time the Nazis arrived. My father remembered her as strict, caring, and incredibly strong. She spoke fluent German and gave him a home when he had already experienced more loss than any child should. The night she passed away, my father told me the clock on the wall stopped. I still have her glasses, and they still carry the marks of her tears. I am deeply grateful for a woman whose strength reached across generations. She stood beside her grandson when he needed someone most. Because she cared for my father, part of her strength lives in him, in me, and in the life I have been able to create. Thank you, Johanna, for protecting my Paps and giving him a home when his world had fallen apart. I may not have known you, but your love and courage became part of my story. ❀️ #52People #PeopleWhoMadeADifference #FamilyLegacy #StrongWomen #GratitudeJourney CantMustDid
My First Spartan Race at 58. And Boy, Did I Get My Butt Kicked! πŸ˜‚ I was 58. My boss was 33. One day, I noticed medals hanging in his office and asked what they were. "Spartan medals." I had no idea what a Spartan Race was. He explained
My First Spartan Race at 58. And Boy, Did I Get My Butt Kicked! πŸ˜‚ I was 58. My boss was 33. One day, I noticed medals hanging in his office and asked what they were. "Spartan medals." I had no idea what a Spartan Race was. He explained the obstacles, the challenges, and the 30 burpees if you couldn't complete an obstacle. I remember thinking, "Well, if he can do it, I can!"πŸ€ͺ The Boise Spartan Race was just one month away. So I signed up. And boy, did I get my butt kicked! πŸ˜‚ It was humbling. I wasn't nearly as prepared as I thought. But instead of walking away defeated, I wanted to get better. I started training, challenging myself, and improving. Eventually, I went from just trying to finish a race to competing for a place on the podium. But the greatest reward wasn't a medal. It was discovering a part of myself I didn't know existed. After losing Pat, I was searching for who I was without him. I wanted to feel alive again. Today I'm 64. I've climbed Mount Everest and experienced adventures I never could have imagined at 58. And sometimes I wonder... What if I had never signed up for that first race? That one decision opened doors I didn't even know existed. I'm still learning, still growing, and still discovering what I'm capable of. Life has taught me that it's never too late to begin again. Sometimes all it takes is saying YES to something that scares you. CAN’T — The belief that holds us back. MUST — The decision to try. DID — The person we become along the way. ❀️ What is something you've always wanted to try but haven't dared to do? #CantMustDid #NeverTooLate #SpartanRace #DiscoverYourStrength #LifeIsAGift
✨ THE WEEKLY QUESTION When was the last time you surprised yourself? Sometimes we don't realize what we're capable of until we step outside our comfort zone and try something new. Maybe you faced a fear, took a chance, learned something new, or ac
✨ THE WEEKLY QUESTION When was the last time you surprised yourself? Sometimes we don't realize what we're capable of until we step outside our comfort zone and try something new. Maybe you faced a fear, took a chance, learned something new, or accomplished something you never thought possible. It doesn't have to be something extraordinary. Sometimes the smallest steps lead to the biggest discoveries. And suddenly you find yourself thinking... "Wow, I didn't know I had that in me!" ❀️ Those are the moments when we begin to discover another version of ourselves. πŸ’­ So tell me, when was the last time YOU surprised yourself? CAN’T — The belief that holds us back. MUST — The decision to try. DID — The discovery of what we're capable of. #CantMustDid #TheWeeklyQuestion #DiscoverYourStrength #NeverTooLate #PersonalGrowth
An incredible full moon setting over the foothills. πŸŒ• Some mornings make you stop and simply be grateful. ❀️ #GratefulForTheMoment #FullMoon #IdahoBeauty #MorningMagic #CantMustDid
An incredible full moon setting over the foothills. πŸŒ• Some mornings make you stop and simply be grateful. ❀️ #GratefulForTheMoment #FullMoon #IdahoBeauty #MorningMagic #CantMustDid
11 of 52: Nick Schlekeway 52 People Who Made a Difference in My Life Not everyone who makes a difference in your life remains part of it. Nick believed in me and gave me an opportunity within his brokerage that changed the trajectory of my life. He
11 of 52: Nick Schlekeway 52 People Who Made a Difference in My Life Not everyone who makes a difference in your life remains part of it. Nick believed in me and gave me an opportunity within his brokerage that changed the trajectory of my life. He trusted me with the responsibility of becoming a designated broker, an experience that eventually gave me the confidence and knowledge to open my own brokerage. After several years, we disagreed, and our professional relationship ended under difficult circumstances. That does not erase the positive impact Nick had on my life or the gratitude I feel for the opportunity he gave me. I continue to respect and admire Nick’s success, growth, and the impact he has made within the REALTOR® community. Gratitude does not require us to rewrite the past or agree about everything. We can recognize the good someone brought into our lives while accepting that our paths eventually went in different directions. Nick, thank you for believing in me, trusting me, and opening a door that helped me become the businesswoman and broker I am today. I will always be grateful for that opportunity. Sometimes we simply have to agree to disagree, carry the lessons forward, and continue growing. ❀️ #52People #PeopleWhoMadeADifference #Gratitude #LifeLessons #CantMustDid
πŸ”οΈ What if the next adventure isn't about where you go, but who you become? Sometimes we get so comfortable with the life we know that we forget there might be another version of ourselves waiting to be discovered. Stronger. Braver. More curious.
πŸ”οΈ What if the next adventure isn't about where you go, but who you become? Sometimes we get so comfortable with the life we know that we forget there might be another version of ourselves waiting to be discovered. Stronger. Braver. More curious. More alive. ✨ I never imagined that stepping outside my comfort zone would lead me to discover a part of myself I didn't even know existed. And I've started wondering... What if we created opportunities to discover that strength within ourselves? To step away from our everyday lives, experience something new, challenge what we believe is possible, and perhaps find a renewed sense of purpose. Not everyone needs to climb a mountain. But I believe everyone has a mountain within them. ⛰️ CAN’T — The belief that holds us back. MUST — The decision to discover what's possible. DID — The person we become along the way. I'm dreaming about something new. Something that goes beyond my own journey. ❀️ And I'm curious... What if your next adventure introduced you to a version of yourself you haven't met yet? Would you say YES? 🌟 #CantMustDid #FindYourStrength #DiscoverYourself #AdventureWithPurpose #NeverTooLate
✨ THE WEEKLY QUESTION ✨ What would your life look like if you stopped letting fear make your decisions? Fear has a way of keeping us comfortable, but comfort doesn't always mean happiness or fulfillment. What opportunities, adventures, or dreams are waiting on the other side of fear? ❀️ Fear doesn't have to disappear. You just have to decide not to let it lead. πŸ”οΈ CAN’T — The fear that holds us back. πŸ”₯ MUST — The decision to move forward. ✨ DID — The life waiting on the other side. Don't let fear write your story. You have the power to change it. CAN’T. MUST. DID. #CantMustDid #DanceWithFear #LiveLifeToTheFullest #BelieveInYourself #TheWeeklyQuestion
Life is a gift. ❀️ Sometimes it’s the quiet moments, a beautiful sunrise, and Duke by my side that remind me how much I have to be grateful for. These are the moments that truly matter. πŸΎπŸŒ„ #LifeIsAGift #GratefulHeart #LiveLifeToTheFullest #C
Life is a gift. ❀️ Sometimes it’s the quiet moments, a beautiful sunrise, and Duke by my side that remind me how much I have to be grateful for. These are the moments that truly matter. πŸΎπŸŒ„ #LifeIsAGift #GratefulHeart #LiveLifeToTheFullest #CantMustDid #MomentsThatMatter
πŸ—» **IT'S HERE!!!** ❀️ My 2027 Women of Mountaineering Calendar arrived today, and WOW! How cool is it to be featured alongside these incredible, badass women! πŸ’ͺπŸ”οΈ Beyond grateful and honored to be among them! I could be their grandma! πŸ˜‚ But that's the beauty of it. Age is just a number, and adventure doesn't come with an expiration date! πŸŽ‰ Keep your eyes open for our **Calendar Celebration & Signing Party in December!** Details coming soon! πŸ“… You can still order your calendar! Proceeds benefit the Summit Scholarship, an initiative of the GEA Alliance, helping the next generation of women mountaineers chase their own impossible dreams. Because the impossible IS possible! ❀️ πŸ‘‰ https://www.summitscholarship.org/store/p/2027-women-of-mountaineering-calendar-preorder #WomenOfMountaineering #CantMustDid #SummitScholarship #WomenWhoClimb #TheImpossibleIsPossible
10 of 52: Tante Rosl 52 People Who Made a Difference in My Life Tante Rosl was my mom’s sister. Our family was small, and she was the only aunt I ever knew. She was also my second mom. I was the youngest of the children, and she always look
10 of 52: Tante Rosl 52 People Who Made a Difference in My Life Tante Rosl was my mom’s sister. Our family was small, and she was the only aunt I ever knew. She was also my second mom. I was the youngest of the children, and she always looked after me with a heart of gold. She baked the best German cakes, and one piece was never enough. You had to try one piece of each, which usually meant eating three! She lived in Hirschau, a small town in Bavaria that still holds a special place in my soul. I spent countless summer vacations there, roaming through the forests and searching for mushrooms. When we visited on weekends, Tante Rosl would send me to the local bakery in the morning to pick up frische Semmeln, fresh rolls. Being trusted to go by myself made me feel so grown up and special. Toward the end of my parents’ lives, Tante Rosl stood beside me as I dealt with the German courts and government. She helped me stand up for what was right during an incredibly difficult time. Sadly, she passed away six months after my dad and six months before my mom. Within one year, I lost the three people who had been my parents. Tante Rosl, I will always be grateful for your beautiful heart, your strength to stand up for what was right, and the way you gave so freely without ever expecting anything in return. Your love will always be part of me. ❀️ #52People #PeopleWhoMadeADifference #TanteRosl #FamilyLove #CantMustDid
CAN'T. MUST. DID. What if the only thing standing between you and something amazing is a few moments of discomfort? Aconcagua. 12,000 feet. We had been trekking for days. Hot, windy, dusty, and definitely no showers! Then there it was. A mountain creek fed by melting glaciers. πŸ₯Ά Freezing cold. But oh, so enticing! I knew exactly how incredible I would feel afterward. Clean. Refreshed. Reenergized. But taking that first step into the icy water? BRUTAL! And isn't that just like life? We spend so much time avoiding discomfort. We hesitate, make excuses, and sometimes walk away from experiences because we're afraid of how uncomfortable they might feel. But here's what I've learned. Discomfort is temporary. Regret can last much longer. Sometimes the hardest part isn't the experience itself. It's making the decision to take that first step. And what's waiting on the other side? Growth. Confidence. Joy. And sometimes just the most amazing feeling of being alive! CAN'T. It's too cold. I can't do this. MUST. Take that first step. DID. And it was worth every freezing second! πŸ’­ What discomfort are you avoiding that might be standing between you and something extraordinary? CAN'T. MUST. DID. #CantMustDid #EmbraceDiscomfort #GrowthMindset #TheImpossibleIsPossible #LifeBeyondComfort
THE WEEKLY QUESTION ✨ What are you willing to change to make room for the life you want? We fill our days with commitments, routines and expectations. But are we leaving room for what matters to us? Maybe it starts with one habit. Saying no. Makin
THE WEEKLY QUESTION ✨ What are you willing to change to make room for the life you want? We fill our days with commitments, routines and expectations. But are we leaving room for what matters to us? Maybe it starts with one habit. Saying no. Making time for a dream you keep putting last. You don’t have to change everything today. What is one thing you can do differently this week? ❀️ CAN’T. MUST. DID. #CantMustDid #TheWeeklyQuestion #MakeRoomForYourDreams #LiveWithPurpose #OneStepAtATime
What if your past doesn’t decide your future, but the choices you make today do? ✨ I couldn’t change losing Pat. But I could choose how I would live from that day forward. I had no idea where that choice would take me. You don’t have to know the whole path. Just take the first step. πŸ”οΈβ€οΈ Can’t. Must. Did. #CantMustDid #7SummitsX70 #TheImpossibleIsPossible #ChooseYourFuture #OneStepAtATime
9 of 52: Papshe 52 People Who Made a Difference in My Life Nuru Sherpa, or Papshe, his nickname meaning “uncle,” was my guide on Everest. He called me Didi, meaning “older sister.” Papshe spent many years as a Buddhist monk
9 of 52: Papshe 52 People Who Made a Difference in My Life Nuru Sherpa, or Papshe, his nickname meaning “uncle,” was my guide on Everest. He called me Didi, meaning “older sister.” Papshe spent many years as a Buddhist monk before becoming a mountain guide. What makes him so special is how he brings his Buddhist beliefs onto the mountain. He prays, sings, and burns incense, creating a sense of peace in one of the most dangerous places on Earth. At first, I had a difficult time understanding him. Over time, we learned to speak the same language without always needing words. He was so attentive that he knew when I felt strong and when I was struggling. We spent six weeks together and created an unspoken bond that will last a lifetime. I placed my life in Papshe’s hands and trusted him completely. I trusted him to know when to go, when to wait, and when it was not safe to continue. Papshe, you made Everest possible for me. You guided me safely to the top of the world and back home again. Thank you for your wisdom, your patience, your prayers, and the quiet strength you shared with me every step of the way. πŸ™πŸ”οΈβ€οΈ #52People #PeopleWhoMadeADifference #Papshe #NuruSherpa #MountEverest
Do I still have doubts? Of course. Even after standing on top of Everest, I still face moments when I wonder, “Can I really do this?” What has changed is how I respond. I can feel uncertain and still take the next step. Train. Work. Ask for help. Try again. CAN’T is a belief. MUST is a decision. DID is the life shaped by that decision. You don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. What is one step you can take today? ❀️ #CantMustDid #BelieveInYourself #OneStepAtATime #BeyondYourComfortZone #TheImpossibleIsPossible
πŸ”οΈ THE WEEKLY QUESTION What dream are you willing to work for, even when you don’t know how it will happen? I don’t have every piece figured out for my next two summits. But I keep training, working, and taking steps toward them. You
πŸ”οΈ THE WEEKLY QUESTION What dream are you willing to work for, even when you don’t know how it will happen? I don’t have every piece figured out for my next two summits. But I keep training, working, and taking steps toward them. You don’t need all the answers to begin. What’s one step you can take toward your dream this week? ❀️ CAN’T. MUST. DID. #CantMustDid #TheWeeklyQuestion #DreamBig #SevenSummits #OneStepAtATime
Another day to improve my conditioning! πŸ’ͺπŸ”οΈ 9.26 miles, 3,500 feet of elevation gain, up to 8,100 feet, in 3 hours and 47 minutes round trip. My two training partners came along: Duke 🐾 and my gallon water triplets. πŸ’§πŸ’§πŸ’§ Duke keeps me moving. T
Another day to improve my conditioning! πŸ’ͺπŸ”οΈ 9.26 miles, 3,500 feet of elevation gain, up to 8,100 feet, in 3 hours and 47 minutes round trip. My two training partners came along: Duke 🐾 and my gallon water triplets. πŸ’§πŸ’§πŸ’§ Duke keeps me moving. The triplets keep me humble. Both know how to push me! πŸ˜‚ One step. One breath. Just don’t stop. Can’t. Must. Did. #CantMustDid #7SummitsX70 #MountainTraining #IdahoHiking #HikingWithDogs
8 of 52: Suza 52 People Who Made a Difference in My Life Suza is the sister I never had.  It feels as though we knew each other before we were even born.  Our dads worked together, and we grew up sharing school pranks, ski team competition
8 of 52: Suza 52 People Who Made a Difference in My Life Suza is the sister I never had.  It feels as though we knew each other before we were even born.  Our dads worked together, and we grew up sharing school pranks, ski team competition, and more than a few crazy adventures. She had the hairstyle I always wanted, so of course, I cut my hair just like hers. After high school, our lives took us in different directions.  I moved to the United States, and Suza remained in Austria.  We may go years without seeing each other, but it never matters.  The moment we are together, we simply pick up where we left off. There has always been an invisible thread of love and support between us.  Even now, in our 60s, we become two kids again whenever we are together. Suza, you have taught me to trust with an open heart and never completely grow up.  Live like a kid.  Have fun.  Be silly.  Be happy.  Be crazy.  Most of all, always be there for each other. This special bond is for life. ❀️ #52People #PeopleWhoMadeADifference #SistersByHeart #LifelongFriendship #ChildhoodFriends οΏΌ
12 of 52: Johanna Steinwald, My Great-Grandmother 52 People Who Made a Difference in My Life I never met my great-grandmother, Johanna Steinwald, but I knew her through the stories my father shared. After my father lost both of his parents at a ver My First Spartan Race at 58. And Boy, Did I Get My Butt Kicked! πŸ˜‚ I was 58. My boss was 33. One day, I noticed medals hanging in his office and asked what they were. "Spartan medals." I had no idea what a Spartan Race was. He explained ✨ THE WEEKLY QUESTION When was the last time you surprised yourself? Sometimes we don't realize what we're capable of until we step outside our comfort zone and try something new. Maybe you faced a fear, took a chance, learned something new, or ac An incredible full moon setting over the foothills. πŸŒ• Some mornings make you stop and simply be grateful. ❀️ #GratefulForTheMoment #FullMoon #IdahoBeauty #MorningMagic #CantMustDid 11 of 52: Nick Schlekeway 52 People Who Made a Difference in My Life Not everyone who makes a difference in your life remains part of it. Nick believed in me and gave me an opportunity within his brokerage that changed the trajectory of my life. He πŸ”οΈ What if the next adventure isn't about where you go, but who you become? Sometimes we get so comfortable with the life we know that we forget there might be another version of ourselves waiting to be discovered. Stronger. Braver. More curious.
✨ THE WEEKLY QUESTION ✨ What would your life look like if you stopped letting fear make your decisions? Fear has a way of keeping us comfortable, but comfort doesn't always mean happiness or fulfillment. What opportunities, adventures, or dreams a
Life is a gift. ❀️ Sometimes it’s the quiet moments, a beautiful sunrise, and Duke by my side that remind me how much I have to be grateful for. These are the moments that truly matter. πŸΎπŸŒ„ #LifeIsAGift #GratefulHeart #LiveLifeToTheFullest #C
πŸ—» **IT'S HERE!!!** ❀️ My 2027 Women of Mountaineering Calendar arrived today, and WOW! How cool is it to be featured alongside these incredible, badass women! πŸ’ͺπŸ”οΈ Beyond grateful and honored to be among them! I could be their grandma! πŸ˜‚ But th
10 of 52: Tante Rosl 52 People Who Made a Difference in My Life Tante Rosl was my mom’s sister. Our family was small, and she was the only aunt I ever knew. She was also my second mom. I was the youngest of the children, and she always look
CAN'T. MUST. DID. What if the only thing standing between you and something amazing is a few moments of discomfort? Aconcagua. 12,000 feet. We had been trekking for days. Hot, windy, dusty, and definitely no showers! Then there it was. A mountain
THE WEEKLY QUESTION ✨ What are you willing to change to make room for the life you want? We fill our days with commitments, routines and expectations. But are we leaving room for what matters to us? Maybe it starts with one habit. Saying no. Makin
What if your past doesn’t decide your future, but the choices you make today do? ✨ I couldn’t change losing Pat. But I could choose how I would live from that day forward. I had no idea where that choice would take me. You don’t h
9 of 52: Papshe 52 People Who Made a Difference in My Life Nuru Sherpa, or Papshe, his nickname meaning “uncle,” was my guide on Everest. He called me Didi, meaning “older sister.” Papshe spent many years as a Buddhist monk
Do I still have doubts? Of course. Even after standing on top of Everest, I still face moments when I wonder, “Can I really do this?” What has changed is how I respond. I can feel uncertain and still take the next step. Train. Work.
πŸ”οΈ THE WEEKLY QUESTION What dream are you willing to work for, even when you don’t know how it will happen? I don’t have every piece figured out for my next two summits. But I keep training, working, and taking steps toward them. You Another day to improve my conditioning! πŸ’ͺπŸ”οΈ 9.26 miles, 3,500 feet of elevation gain, up to 8,100 feet, in 3 hours and 47 minutes round trip. My two training partners came along: Duke 🐾 and my gallon water triplets. πŸ’§πŸ’§πŸ’§ Duke keeps me moving. T 8 of 52: Suza 52 People Who Made a Difference in My Life Suza is the sister I never had.  It feels as though we knew each other before we were even born.  Our dads worked together, and we grew up sharing school pranks, ski team competition