Living the dream on top of world

GREG BUTLER is a happy and proud man. Last year, he achieved one of his life-time’s ambitions, to reach the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain.

“To reach the summit was a remarkable experience,’’ says Butler. “I had a sense of wonder, a sense of awe and a sense of gratitude that I had my health and the energy to do this. It was a blessing.’’

The trip was led by Pat Falvey, who has climbed the seven highest mountains on the seven Continents twice and has led many expeditions up the mountain.