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@sheswanderful posted a challenge to share a picture in your swimsuit. This picture is buried in my feed somewhere. I didn't make it the first picture on purpose. I did put it in my stories that day, but I knew it would disappear. I had never worn a bikini before or shared any pictures of myself on social media where I wasn't covered. Honestly, most of my friends had never seen me in a swimsuit. If I went to a beach I had on shorts. I brought it with me because I knew I was going to be around supportive plus-size women. This was taken after I climbed Mount Kilimanjaro with the @curvykilicrew. I reached 15,485 feet elevation in this body it could definately wear a bikini. Tanzania is one of my favorite countries because it is beautiful, and it is where I faced a lot of my fears. I left feeling stronger than before and not afraid to wear a swimsuit.
Throwback Thursday, I went skydiving. What I remember the most is how quiet it was. I would do it again and I did. Not sure where the pictures are.
I have a confession to make. I have gone rock climbing before. It was about 20 years ago, and I had only done it once. I've always had an adventurous side. I hadn't had any training and didn't know what I was doing. It was part of a weekend of adventures with the boot camp I was attending at the time. I went skydiving the day before. (picture coming soon) Not sure why I don't have on a helmet. 😮 This was before Instagram but I stopped for a picture and then came down. 😂
I probably should have done this first. I went down the wall before climbing up. 😂 Now I'm even. #womenwhoexploreillinois #outsideexperience
Climbing down the side of the McCormick place with @firstascentclimbing at the @outside_experience in Chicago. #letsclimbchicago
I met Travel Journalist and pilot @kelleesetgo and Travel host @worldwidenate at the @outside_experience. They’re both from Chicago. Kelle is speaking tomorrow on the Yeti Stage.
Hanging out at the @outside_experience in Chicago @womenwhoexplore #womenwhoexploreIL
In ONLY 1 DAY LEFT! I am joining @arcteryxchicago and @theladyalliance at the Women's Empowerment Tour - Chicago Edition for an evening of inspiration! I am one of 4 incredible speakers sharing stories of grit, determination, overcoming obstacles, facing fears, and self-love. EVERYONE WELCOME! This event is perfect for YOU - whether you fall under the "lady" category or not! Tickets are still available. https://www.facebook.com/events/940812436264886/?ti=icl Hope to see you all there! #womenempowerment #womenwhoexplore #womenwhoexploreillinois #theladyalliance
#Repost @whoatravel with @get_repost ・・・ #superWHOAman // This is a story of survival, strength and inspiration. A Curvy Kili Crew alum, Bisa is an example of power that we all strive for. We are proud of you and look forward to seeing your future success’ and adventures. Also her ombré braids are mad cute. . . . “After finishing treatment for breast cancer, I created a Survivors List for myself. This list Is similar to a bucket list but after having cancer that title didn't inspire me. I wanted to celebrate life and feel alive. I listed all if the countries I wanted to visit and experiences wanted to try. . I have to be honest, hiking Mount Kilimanjaro or any mountain wasn't on it. I always believed in pushing my plus sized beyond what people expect it physically capable of, but I didn't believe I could do something like that. Little did I know that after commenting on Christa’s (@travelfearlessly ) picture on Instagram about her previous climb would lead me to attempt to climb myself in March 2019. . At first, I didn't think the climb had changed me. But in the weeks after I felt stronger and more confident than I've ever felt in my life. The experience has led me to start leading hikes in my area with a group, and I'm planning more adventures. I've written a couple of articles and had them published about my experience. . After treatment three years ago, fear crippled me from planning anything in the future. Now I can look back and feel joy for the things I have accomplished and I am excited for the future.” . . . 45 // Chicagoland area // @mylestotravel // @curvykilicrew Alum March 2019 . . . #diversifyoutdoors #kilimanjaro #hairgoals #inspiration #whoatravel #curvykilicrew #warrior #trekking #nature #tanzania #celebrate #melaninbasecamp #loveforward