17 Aug - Another Birthday and Col de Mille Day One

A quick trip to the garden before we catch a train
We get a call from Leo and Bri!
Starting selfie
The forest hides mysteries! In this case a very, very steep ascent with barely a trail
But we make it
And there are views
...worthy of documentation
Clouds wreath l'Aiguille d'Argentière
... and contemplation
More steps
Subtle colors
Last climb
Clouds lift
Final approach
Grand Combin
Grand Combin (L) and Mt. Vélan (r) with cairns and picnic table
Col de Mille
Still upright
Tomorrow morning's goal - Mont Rogneux - on the left
Afternoon convection over MM_B