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How Hard is Hiking Half Dome in Yosemite National Park?

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These days just getting the permit to hike Half Dome in Yosemite might feel like the hardest part, but it is one of the toughest hikes we've ever taken while RVing in a national park. It's totally worth it.
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  • @lolleeroberts
    @lolleeroberts2 жыл бұрын

    You carry more than your Dad with you. You carry all of us followers who can never do this because of physical limitations. I'm in a wheelchair but today I got to climb Half-Dome! Thank you so much! God bless your wonderful family. Oh, I almost forgot! Happy Anniversary!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much, we are glad you enjoyed our adventures and this hike.

  • @RVOddCouple
    @RVOddCouple2 жыл бұрын

    “I need to be watched” 🤣❤️😂 From the mouths of Babes! Great video and great story telling. Thank you 🙏

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    They crack me up! Kids say the funniest stuff. Thank you for the encouragement. We had a blast making this video.

  • @marywesterbeke1490
    @marywesterbeke14902 жыл бұрын

    My husband and I have been following your journeys since Hensley was about 2. This is my favorite video of yours…so far. I am so impressed that you were able to do the hike without having trained. You are both such an inspiration to your followers. Never forget that.

  • @brittneystrickland6337
    @brittneystrickland63372 жыл бұрын

    The natural birth comparison is spot on! The last stretch of the cable part was definitely the “transition” part of labor and you guys rocked it together. His “you got this” was 🙌🏻

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha right? It was the only comparison I have experienced.

  • @kevinsmith7699
    @kevinsmith76992 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for taking me on your hike up half dome.As a child my dad was a forest ranger and I always thought it would be neat but was too young to make that hike. Then I snapped my fingers twice and life happened. Now I am a 57-year-old grandfather unable to physically make that hike so thank you very much.

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are very welcome.

  • @ffc303
    @ffc3032 жыл бұрын

    We did half dome hike with a 9yr old in 1988 in one day! I was terrified but so glad I had the opportunity' The cables will challange you!. Another great hike is the high country via Tuolumne Meadows & Tanya Lake...most beautiful lake I've ever seen & swam in. Departure horses (or you hike) took us up to the Lake Vogalsang 10K altatude. Had a mom bear & 3 cubs show up at 3AM. Scarey but cool as we were in tent & Mama was pushing on my head thru tent wall🥵 Banging pans & whistles don't work!!!!! We're still alive...lol They're sevral lodges throughout the 1-2 week hike back down to the valley. They have hot showers, scrub board laundry & food! I saw things most people on this earth have no idea exits! Slid down the rocks on river in safe places & met the most interesting & kind people...but that was the 80's..lol

  • @joyofanimation
    @joyofanimation2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome….my hands were sweating when you went up those cables….I would be afraid of falling. You two are brave!

  • @bryansonnet2454
    @bryansonnet24542 жыл бұрын

    A beautiful park in many ways, but when Melissa and Nathan show up it becomes special! You bring us along for the hike of a lifetime. The views and scenery are mind blowing!!! So glad to see you both on top of the world! Half dome? Conquered! Great job, guys!

  • @richardloftin8062
    @richardloftin80622 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for carrying us with you this is a hike we could never do due to health but have always wanted to do. Thanks for sharing your life.

  • @lynnsteiner1580
    @lynnsteiner15802 жыл бұрын

    You guys are warriors. To climb half dome with no period of training, impressive!

  • @stuartbaxter9437
    @stuartbaxter94372 жыл бұрын

    Hey guys, I’ve done half dome! One of the most incredible experiences I’ve ever done in my life! I’ve also done clouds rest. It’s the high granite ridge to the north of half dome that rises to over 10k feet in elevation! California is a spectacular state and Yosemite is its crown jewel! I’m so happy you all are experiencing the state I was born and lived in for 62years of my life!

  • @moricey4776
    @moricey47762 жыл бұрын

    My hands were sweating watching you two climb! I’ve been there when I was young with family and didn’t see the waterfall. Epic, and a natural high you won’t forget. I climbed in Banff to the upper hot springs and was so happy when I went back to work totally worth it. You can show the kids the video they’ll love that they had a babysitter! ☕️🇺🇸👍🏻‼️🥂

  • @alicekenmueller5874
    @alicekenmueller58742 жыл бұрын

    This was one of the best videos we’ve seen in all the years we’ve watched KZread. We couldn’t do it ‘cause we’re 75 and 80 years old, but thanks for letting us see what it looks like. Ken and Alice

  • @wanderingstar3498
    @wanderingstar34982 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for taking us along to the top of half dome. I've seen it many times from the bottom but I know that I will never see it from the top. You've given me that gift. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! 🍾🍾🍾

  • @paula.jackson5463
    @paula.jackson54632 жыл бұрын

    Am in Tears, for so many reasons! Bless You Both, and the Precious Little Ones!

  • @LorraineG123
    @LorraineG1232 жыл бұрын

    Well done you two, a epic adventure together. Happy anniversary.

  • @Calidastas
    @Calidastas11 ай бұрын

    I love the running guy. There’s always one of them. You’re sucking gas and they’re doing a final prep for the Leadville 100. I did this hike a couple of weeks ago, staying overnight at LYV. I prepped and had watched videos but nothing prepares you for seeing this thing in real life. It’s huge and intimidating. Sub dome is also pretty crazy. Im sooooo glad I did it but … I’m not sure I’d do it again!

  • @donnaharris4459
    @donnaharris44592 жыл бұрын

    Wow!! that was amazing, I was so nervous watching you go up that last part, it's so steep. Congratulations you made it well done guys those views were spectacular. Happy anniversary to you both hope you have a great week take care. ❤❤🇬🇧

  • @bevtrue6937

    @bevtrue6937

    2 жыл бұрын

    They went up Angel's Landing, too. That seemed worse.

  • @blk123
    @blk1232 жыл бұрын

    What a life you are giving your kids. So happy for you that you could cross this off your bucket list.

  • @melissaweyrick5311
    @melissaweyrick53112 жыл бұрын

    "I need to be watched" 😂 Translation: You two have fun with that! And Happy Anniversary🌺

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha! That’s funny.

  • @alexiahahah
    @alexiahahah2 жыл бұрын

    I had the incredible chance to do this hike this weekend. My friend, who won the lottery, brought me with her. I never really imagined doing this hike, because I am not a fit person and I never really thought I could do it. I made it to the base of sub-dome but we had to turn around there as a storm had rolled in and we were hearing thunder and seeing menacing clouds above us. I'm not sure I would've done sub-dome and the cables if the weather had been on our side, because just getting to sub-dome was the hardest thing I've ever done. My friend is so frustrated and sad not to have been able to do the cables, she has waited years for this permit. I wish it was easier to get one so we could go back and try again! This time, I'd be more prepared. Thank you for sharing your journey!

  • @CheleBoxy
    @CheleBoxy2 жыл бұрын

    Oh wow you guys! What an amazing place to renew your vows! The struggle to get there & how you helped each other on the way is symbolic of your life together as well. Thanks for sharing this with us. God bless your union & God bless your family!!!🙏💕

  • @kimsmelcer8036
    @kimsmelcer80364 ай бұрын

    Your story about your dad so touched my heart. That is exactly the reason I got into RV life and hiking. I want to get healthy and see and do all the things this world has to offer while I still can.

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    4 ай бұрын

    You’ve got this! 💪

  • @ejcastro9518
    @ejcastro95182 жыл бұрын

    🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🍾🥂🥂🥂🥂🥂 Congratulations on your 10th anniversary! So glad you got to check off a bucket list item. Hope you took the John Muir trail down to save your legs. Thanks for taking us along. Kinda wanted to see your descent but you probably needed both hands cuz going down is the hard part esp on rubbery legs! Marissa earned that tee shirt!

  • @tonyndebr
    @tonyndebr2 жыл бұрын

    It's still the same! I remember being in awe of how many people spent their lives improving that trail so we can all hike it! There are a lot of things you think of on your way up. On the way down you just think of your knees. We used to run down as well. For whatever reason, running was easier. Happy anniversary you two!

  • @tonyndebr

    @tonyndebr

    2 жыл бұрын

    I forgot to say happy anniversary on this video but I did on your Instagram! I hope the soreness is gone now!

  • @nruegner
    @nruegner2 жыл бұрын

    You two are EPIC! I can't believe that you won that lottery! You are amazing! The things you said in this video about making memories with your kids is so important. Our kids are pretty much your age and we are celebrating our 50 yr anniversary this year. When we were your age we did so many nature hikes, not half dome, but we all have so many memories of great family times. That is way more important than anything else we could do in life. Good for you!! I love your channel

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much!!

  • @scheduledadventures
    @scheduledadventures2 жыл бұрын

    Aww I love that you travel “with your dad”. I lost my mom from cancer when she was 50 and I have been traveling with her ever since for your same reasons. In my family we “See it once for ourselves, blink, and see it the second time for our parents.” Thank you for sharing this touching moment with us. 💗

  • @garretlewis4103
    @garretlewis41032 жыл бұрын

    The hike looked awesome. We are sure you guys are glad you did it. Christine laughed at the comments about dying there and being together. She always says we have to “go” together. 😁😁

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Do it! It was such a bonding experience.

  • @lakelili
    @lakelili2 жыл бұрын

    WOW!!! Congrats on making it to the top and Happy 10th Wedding Anniversary.

  • @danielabbink8384
    @danielabbink83842 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on hiking Half Dome and on your 10 year anniversary....

  • @frankiehoosier9165
    @frankiehoosier91652 жыл бұрын

    I’ve hiked it twice and I gotta say……….. I’m SUPER IMPRESSED that you made it !!!!! It is a VERY HARD hike , make no bones about it ! And you did it with no training……oh to be young again :) Congratulation . Period.

  • @cynthiatx
    @cynthiatx2 жыл бұрын

    So proud of you too! I’ve been to Yosemite, the feeling is nothing like I have ever felt! It’s a heavenly feel, one of enchantment and awe, calming and peaceful all at the time! That’s the best I can describe my trip there. Just awe inspiring! Thank you for taking us with you.

  • @cynthiatx

    @cynthiatx

    2 жыл бұрын

    Love you guys!

  • @sally..3242
    @sally..32422 жыл бұрын

    OH. MY. GOSH……I just love you kids……so happy for you that you got to do the half dome….AND to renew your vows to each other on top; a huge life long memory that you will cherish. Thank you for sharing…..hopefully the next video will show you going back down the trail. Looking forward!!!!!!!!going to watch this one once more! Trust your trip down was a success and the kids did okay. LEG CRAMPS! most likely 😏

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    We filmed us coming down, but the video was already so long we didn’t show it. Coming down was much easier than going up.

  • @lisa62723
    @lisa627232 жыл бұрын

    Unbelievable!!!❤️💚💙💛💜 You guys are so inspiring...not just with your channel info but how you cherish each other and model your best life for us. You should write a book😎 I love that you have friends all over the country that support you even while you are traveling in a national park. Hope you were able to rest and recuperate after this historic hike. Great episode 🌻

  • @MattHayashi
    @MattHayashi2 жыл бұрын

    It takes months for the physical and mental training to do Half Dome and for you guys to do it on a whim takes tremendous spirit and determination. Half Dome is no joke. This is a memory you will never forget and I am so happy you achievement! I am so happy you made it to the top (gloves are key). Truly amazing and to do your vows up there even makes it more special. Congratulations Nathan and Marissa for doing it! Did you come back down the Misty trail? Congrats again!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! It was an amazing experience! It was very challenging, but something we will never forget.

  • @jorgiesjog9904
    @jorgiesjog99042 жыл бұрын

    I’m so happy for you. I did half dome as a teenager and I still think of it as one of my favorite trails I have ever done and I have done most of the western trails including Angels landing. Great job.

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    It was amazing!

  • @carolburks5918
    @carolburks59182 жыл бұрын

    Your amazement at being so close to the falls triggered a memory for me. One day, travel to Iguazu Falls in Brazil. The engineering to view nature is incredible. The falls are far bigger than Niagra, and more grand. And you stand on scaffolding 3 feet above the falls! Hopefully, you can add that to your bucket list. Traveling is the best! Enjoy!

  • @jamesbrown8718
    @jamesbrown87182 жыл бұрын

    You two are truly the most amazing people on KZread, I was thinking your bucket list has to be getting smaller, then I thought she will check it off, then maybe add something else in its place lmbo. Just watching the determination in you both to accomplish this hike was truly amazing. I want to thank you both for allowing us to be apart of your amazing journey. Note I can cross this off of my bucket list. I been to Alaska, Yosemite National Park, and many many other wonderful places I have never been. Thank you both so much.

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    The best bucket list is one that keeps getting added to. 😀

  • @ARTIST-AT-LARGE
    @ARTIST-AT-LARGE Жыл бұрын

    OK, new comment: YOU GUYS! I just got back from Yosemite a few hours ago - and yesterday I hiked the Mist Trail. Only to the bridge - and I swear I almost died! After the first mile! I had to stop every few feet to catch my breath. People were passing me left and right. I have so much respect for your ability to have done this!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    Жыл бұрын

    Aww Thank you! It is a beautiful trail.

  • @jdscoco
    @jdscoco2 жыл бұрын

    Been going to that place since I was a little kid. My favorite National Park. Winter with snow in Yosemite is magical. Backpacking is an adventure and met some cool people. Bears are problematic when camping up there, but all magical!

  • @dianabergeron7499
    @dianabergeron74992 жыл бұрын

    I felt I was there because of the two of you. I don’t think I’ll ever see it in my lifetime. Thank you!

  • @dawnlee3910
    @dawnlee39102 жыл бұрын

    This brought me to tears. what a beautiful love story, sweet memorial to your father, and a amazing experience! I too have lost my Dad. I take him with my in all our RV travels as well.

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @1MillionMileRoadTrip
    @1MillionMileRoadTrip2 жыл бұрын

    Love how you feel your father is with you….such a great family. Wow, y’all are amazing!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!!

  • @kimsmelcer8036
    @kimsmelcer80364 ай бұрын

    That hike was insane! You are both such rock stars.

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you 😊

  • @ladikmk
    @ladikmk2 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on your 10th Anniversary! When you celebrate, you celebrate BIG!!! Thank you for taking us along on this incredible journey; that’s a memory that will never fade. I have a framed picture in my bathroom that says “Live for today” and every day I try to take that to heart, because tomorrow is promised to no one. Wishing you many more Happy Anniversaries to come. Safe travels and stay well.

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @bobculhane4746
    @bobculhane47462 жыл бұрын

    Just watched this again so uplifting ❤️ hey at least you can where your 👕 T-Shirt without any modifications! Know your Dad 👨 was loving that 🚶‍♀️ 🚶‍♂️ hike 🥰

  • @fvsmith
    @fvsmith2 жыл бұрын

    I lost my wife to Covid on Sept 21, 2021. These are the dreams she had and wanted to do. I’ll be doing these adventures with her and my mother in my heart. Mom was a world traveler, I have her genes!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Sorry to hear.

  • @rawilson7768
    @rawilson77682 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on making it to the top of Half Dome. Glad you get to wear the t-shirt proudly without writing “Almost” on it! Thanks for sharing videos with us, especially for something I will never get to do in my lifetime. You rock!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much!

  • @kayakinggrandmakelly7105
    @kayakinggrandmakelly71059 ай бұрын

    I never even knew about the cables until 2 days ago and now I’m addicted to watching KZread videos of people climbing Half Dome.

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    9 ай бұрын

    Awesome

  • @texkatsw3531
    @texkatsw35312 жыл бұрын

    ROCKSTARS!! How absolutely amazing!! Thank you for sharing the beauty to those of us that will probably never get the opportunity to hike it. 🙌🏼👏🏼🙌🏼👏🏼

  • @rickuyeda4818
    @rickuyeda4818 Жыл бұрын

    What a difference from 1958. I was 7 and my brother was 8 when we climbed Half Dome with my Aunt and Uncle.

  • @ExploringCanadaInfo
    @ExploringCanadaInfo2 жыл бұрын

    The love and respect you have for each other comes shining through in this video 👋🏼🇨🇦

  • @robinm.2246
    @robinm.22462 жыл бұрын

    Well you guys what an absolute epic hike you took! I’m from California originally and you took the hike I have always wanted to do… I’m going to really press in and make it happen. Again what an epic hike you took!!!

  • @bobculhane4746
    @bobculhane47462 жыл бұрын

    ❤️ a power couple 💑 have to say at your ages with kids doing that hike 🚶‍♀️ 🚶‍♂️ the sheer love ❤️ and determination was unreal. I loved what she said about how getting out in nature challenges us and makes us better 😌 Happy 10th Anniversary kids! That was absolutely 💯 my favorite you tube video ever 😍

  • @mathewharrison1800
    @mathewharrison18002 жыл бұрын

    I have watched tons of videos from fulltime RV channels about National Parks and hikes and what everyone does and where they stay during their visit, in order to make the most of the time we spend there when we go. 3 years ago we went to the Badlands, Wind Cave, Yellowstone, The Arch. 2 years ago we did Acadia. We leave for Glacier National Park on July 29. Going to the sun road has been one of my favorites. But that was an AMAZING VIDEO!!! Thank you so much for sharing, congratulations for making it to the top. AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME job on the video and the hike!! I love it.

  • @brendabown2579
    @brendabown25792 жыл бұрын

    Happy 10 Year Anniversary and Congratulations on achieving this incredibly rewarding bucket list hike!!! What an amazing hike you took us on today ... and thank you for doing that because I am sure, beyond a doubt, that I will never climb that dome but it was so exciting to see it all through your camera lens!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for traveling with us!

  • @1_viewer

    @1_viewer

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same. I will never do it and wouldn't have made it past the first steep set of stairs going up the boulders with drop offs! Great to watch them do it!

  • @garyhahn3450
    @garyhahn34502 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for taking me along. At 74 I won't be able to do those types of things but being able to watch is so great.

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it

  • @sheRoyals
    @sheRoyals2 жыл бұрын

    I'm crying at the sweet moments yall had together! Yall are precious to one another and love that kind of positivity you are putting out to the world! So thrilled to see yall do that together! Your kids will treasure this video one day!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!!

  • @shirleyschutt3959
    @shirleyschutt39592 жыл бұрын

    I'm first for once. Lol. I love your videos so much. You make these videos come to life to the fullest. I really appreciate that you do KZread to bring all of us to your bucket list ✨️. Sending many prayers and love for your family.

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yah Shirley! So glad you enjoyed and thanks for being #1!

  • @SJ47668
    @SJ476682 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for taking one for the team. There is no way you would get me on those cables. But the view - wow.

  • @Barb929
    @Barb9292 жыл бұрын

    Oh my goodness! I would’ve watch your kids!! I live in Sonora and would have loved to come up to Yosemite!! I’m a retired RN/Paramedic.. but so glad you found someone to watch them!! I did the hike in the eighties.. plan was to backpack to the top, (you could than) maded it to the bottom of the cables, we camped where you ended the video, than went to the top the next morning 😃 thank you for taking us along! Brought back memories 💕 Love, love your videos!!

  • @KOHanlon
    @KOHanlon2 жыл бұрын

    I have been following you since before your Alaska trip. This video was far and away the best video you have produced. It was really outstanding. I had a similar experience with the Grand Canyon hiking down and up. My parents took us to the Grand Canyon in 1963 and we started down Bright Angel trail but we had to go back up as we were leaving early next morning. I promised myself I would come back and complete the round trip. It took over 50 years but I did it and was convinced my dad was with me. We got a permit and off we went. The sense of accomplishment is exhilarating!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much.

  • @kxrv6629
    @kxrv66292 жыл бұрын

    So glad you had the opportunity and made it to the top of Half Dome and back. I think my window on scaling Half Dome has closed. I’d have to shed 70 pounds and get in climbing shape. The last time I hiked by was backpacking with a friend down from Tuolumne Meadows for him to complete the last segment of the John Muir Trail that was on his bucket list (and mine). We camped in Little Yosemite Valley and had bear encounters, but did not do the side trip up the cables. Congratulations!

  • @kurtschulmeyer1041
    @kurtschulmeyer10412 жыл бұрын

    Glad you made it to the top! It's been more years since I have made that hike. Too many people now( and bad knees). Stay safe all of you.

  • @j_as_in_j
    @j_as_in_j6 ай бұрын

    I just wanted to say, from someone who is not only from California but from someone who has lived and worked in Yosemite (valley) your family has captured this park beautifully! I am so happy you and your wife got to renew your 10-year anniversary vows on Half Dome and also share your family experience with us!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing!!

  • @robinridpath7542
    @robinridpath75422 жыл бұрын

    So glad you won the lottery! Half Dome is just so iconic! This is a great accounting of the hardest hike I've ever done too. It was wonderful seeing it through other people's eyes and lenses. Congrats on your 10 year anniversary!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @micheletedesco9524
    @micheletedesco95242 жыл бұрын

    So proud of you my celebrity friends, loved following you up Half Dome, Congratulations you both Rock👏🎉!!!!!

  • @kerryloper6142
    @kerryloper61422 жыл бұрын

    Wow!! I just lived vicariously thru you climbing half dome. Absolutely fantastic!! Congratulations you two. ☮️❤️

  • @tara6094
    @tara60942 жыл бұрын

    I'm 36. . My husband and I travel in medical as well. I was just diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer just found out its spread to my lymph nodes! Please prayer warriors! I need all of you to lift up me and my family in this time! I need a miracle 🙏We have 2 young boys. . 5yr and 4 months!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    👃

  • @sheilabloom6735

    @sheilabloom6735

    Ай бұрын

    My prayers and love are with you. Hoping for a miracle.

  • @tara6094

    @tara6094

    Ай бұрын

    @@sheilabloom6735 GOD IS AMAZING!!! After a 2 year long BATTLE I've had 3 CLEAN SCANS SO FAR!!!! 🙏🙌💪🤍🔥👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 THANK YOU SO MUCH! I've had people all over praying for me. . *Chemotherapy (8 rounds. . 3 or 4 dose's per round) *Double mastectomy & lymphnodes removed *Radiation (33 rounds) *Breast reconstruction surgery (major & both sides!) *More Chemotherapy. . Except it's a different one called Immunotherapy (6 rounds) *Another Double Breast reconstruction (Which j just had. . 5 days ago) *one more surgery and I'm done! Hallelujah! Praise God! I couldn't have done sny part of It without Him! Make sure you do your self exams. . Not just Mammo's. I found my mass myself ans catching early gives you the best chances for survival! Tell everyone you know. . It could save their lives! Thank you for the well wishes and prayers they are greatly appreciated 🤍

  • @steveegbert7429
    @steveegbert74292 жыл бұрын

    What a fantastic memory making day for y'all! Your love for each other spills out like the waterfalls you went by on your way up that beautiful, God created enormous solid granite mountain! Life IS a journey and I thank you for taking us along, even bearing the weighty burden of good camera gear on this hike to share it. Blessings from Oregon.

  • @esthermcgough3995
    @esthermcgough39952 жыл бұрын

    I WANT THIS MUCH ENERGY. THIS WAS A BEAUTIFUL TRAIL

  • @pauldanielczyk3398
    @pauldanielczyk33982 жыл бұрын

    We LOVE you guys. I will be 75 this year and my wife and life long partner Lil who is 6,7 totally love your adventures. This one is and I loath the word Epic but I shed a tear when you all reached the summit. We are campers( with over 50 years camping) but with that much mileage on us our dreams are through you. God Bless you both and maybe we will see you on the road. We are making reservations for next year and as of June 10 till the 17 we will be i Sevierville, Tn. I don't know if you all will be back but it would be a sweet pleasure to meet you. God Bless and Safe Journeys. Paul and Lilli.

  • @r.a.bishop1724
    @r.a.bishop17242 жыл бұрын

    I want to thank you for taking me on this hike. ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE !!! I followed you both in the beginning and somehow my interest wained. I guess I was looking for more action ... and now the both of you have shown us this. I am FLOORED !!! I didn't get to start until I was 58 at Bryce Canyon . 1275ft down & the same back up. You two are so Wonderful. I envy your life and your love. Thanks so very much. Russell - Mesquite Tx

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching this video, we are glad you like it.

  • @ARTIST-AT-LARGE
    @ARTIST-AT-LARGE2 жыл бұрын

    That was sooo cool! I've been to Yosemite a few times in the past couple of years, and I wouldn't even consider climbing Half Dome. Nope. No way. I admire it from afar. Good on you!

  • @bransontom1
    @bransontom12 жыл бұрын

    Hello from Branson, Missouri!! I’ve been watching your videos from the beginning. Up til now my favorite video of yours was when Marissa went up in the hot air balloon in Albuquerque. This one is now my favorite!!! My oh my what an adventure… thanks for taking me along. I didn’t even know there was a trail going up half dome. Great video… thanks for taking the extra time and making the effort to shoot the video along the way. Aaaaand a Happy 10th Anniversary to you❤️

  • @Lifescapers
    @Lifescapers2 жыл бұрын

    This is the most romantic and inspiring thing I've seen in years. Thank you for sharing it with us.

  • @peteacevedo3411
    @peteacevedo34112 жыл бұрын

    We were so happy you both were able to complete the hike. You can now wear the shirt proudly. Good Job

  • @julieporter6166
    @julieporter61662 жыл бұрын

    Hi Marisa and Nathan I thougherly enjoy your travels and videos. I absolutely love this adventure you took together climbing Half Dome your love and motivation is inspiring. Congratulations on the amazing accomplishment. Thank you for taking me along it was amazing tha beautiful of God's creations at the top looking all around. I also have enjoyed watching Hensley and JJ grow up they're adorable. Take care, Julie

  • @1ducatinut
    @1ducatinut2 жыл бұрын

    I won the lottery in 2020.. trained, made reservations, bought tickets, then COVID shut down everything and Yosemite canceled our camping reservations and I watched as our date of 5 June came and went and we never made the climb. Fwd to 2021, I won the lottery for the second time, this time we actually made it and it was incredible! We also did a few other hikes while there with sunrise on the top of Clouds Rest being the the most memorable!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    So glad you finally got to go. It was amazing.

  • @camibrown1131
    @camibrown11315 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for sharing your your journey. Such fantastic memories.

  • @susanmccoy1992
    @susanmccoy19922 жыл бұрын

    You guys are my heroes! Good job climbing Half Dome!!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Aww thank you!

  • @claudiayoung8571
    @claudiayoung85712 жыл бұрын

    Woo Hoo, amazing hike! Kudos to you! We have been camping to Yosemite several times but never made it to the top, we hiked partially with our kids! Thanks for sharing your epic anniversary with us! 😍

  • @CookingwithCatLover0330
    @CookingwithCatLover03302 жыл бұрын

    Amazing! I am so glad that you were able to go and enjoy that amazing hike together. And you brought us with you! Thank you!

  • @margiecarson3170
    @margiecarson31702 жыл бұрын

    You guys are incredible! Love your bravery, determination, and the way you treat each other with such love and respect! Happy anniversary, somewhat belated!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! We had an amazing 10 Year!

  • @miryamcruz1371
    @miryamcruz13712 жыл бұрын

    OMG!!! my hands were sweating the whole time 😅 we need a Part 2 going down the trail...those cables 😖😬 so fun watching through your eyes !!

  • @debbiemoody351
    @debbiemoody3512 жыл бұрын

    You guys!! That was epic. I am so happy for yall. Keep on keeping on. I so wish we had started younger. We are mid 60's and doing baby hikes, but we're doing it. LOVED THIS EPISODE! Happy Anniversary!

  • @gulfshores55
    @gulfshores55 Жыл бұрын

    This is your best video. Thank you for taking us along. The steepness of the cable section is very impressive!

  • @mikedoran4763
    @mikedoran47632 жыл бұрын

    Great Job you two! 👏👏👏 I'm both impressed and envious at the same time. 🤙

  • @maryathey280
    @maryathey2802 жыл бұрын

    Oh my you made it - congratulations and Happy Renewal Vows and may you be blessed with so many many more. WOW!!! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ Now they say going down should be easier - I pray so for you two - see you at the bottom. I marvel at what you two just did! Love to you and Bless you 🙏 🙏 🙏 mla

  • @sallylove3563
    @sallylove35632 жыл бұрын

    oh my heavens you two are beyond brave .. I had to close my eyes ... a wee bit made me dizzy (but im petrified of heights ) so proud of you beyond proud congrats 1!!!!!

  • @jpmsave
    @jpmsave2 жыл бұрын

    We need a part 2 of you going down the trail. !

  • @pinkyswearzadventures
    @pinkyswearzadventures5 ай бұрын

    Omg...I cried for you once you reached the top. What an amazing vow renewal experience!!!!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    5 ай бұрын

    It was amazing 🤩

  • @sherriweber7105
    @sherriweber71052 жыл бұрын

    Great job! So glad you found someone to watch the kids while you hiked the big hike. You both are daring. I don’t think I could climb to and make it to the top. Congratulations on climbing to the top. Now you can wear the shirts. Thank you for taking me with you on the journey. Happy 10 year anniversary! Have a great week and weekend and see you soon!

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much!

  • @drudewitt
    @drudewitt2 жыл бұрын

    Thank yall SO much for all your time and effort and expertise in capturing this experience. It was wonderful!!!

  • @elizabethlarose4368
    @elizabethlarose43682 жыл бұрын

    This hike and video was even more AMAZING than Angels Landing. I’ve been To Yosemite, I’ve done some hikes, pregnant but this hike was EPIC. Congratulations on getting to the top and to 10 wonderful , exciting years together🎉🎉🎉

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @kking5164
    @kking51642 жыл бұрын

    Every video I’m like that’s the best one yet!!! But man, you guys knocked it out of the park with this one! Love, humor, compassion, support, vulnerability, strength, and grace. Wow! Well done!!! Congratulations on 10 years of marriage ❤️

  • @LessJunkMoreJourney

    @LessJunkMoreJourney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much!!

  • @carmentaylor3706
    @carmentaylor37062 жыл бұрын

    I’ve been watching you guys for years and every time you would go on these cool hikes I would think, they need to hike Half Dome in Yosemite and now you have I’m so proud of you guys. This has been my favorite video so far, thank you for coming to California and thank you for hiking Half Dome. I wish I knew you needed a baby sitter cause I live only an hour away from the South Gate of Yosemite. Now you really need to drive the California Coast line all the way up to Oregon on Highway 1

  • @victoriaheatherly5877
    @victoriaheatherly58772 жыл бұрын

    You both are wonderful and that hike really shows the love you have for each other.

  • @waynehogue2499
    @waynehogue24992 жыл бұрын

    Great video!Thanks for taking us along the hike to the top. Melissa can wear her shirt with pride!

  • @paulonorato8765
    @paulonorato87652 жыл бұрын

    Nate and Marissa; congratulations congratulations on conquering halftone. Congratulations on your 10th anniversary. Wow… What a feat… And Marissa, just know your father was with you every step of the way looking down on you and Nate with pride and love. Thank you thank you thank you for sharing with all of us this experience. It certainly brought it back to my wife and I… We climbed up there three years ago… It might be time to do it again. We are far luckier than the two of you because we only live four hours from Yosemite in the Napa Valley. Again congratulations. Very proud of you both