You never conquer a mountain. You just stand on the top a few moments. Then the wind blows your footprints away.

- Arlene Blum

Once I have a vision of something I want to accomplish, I tend to slog doggedly toward my goal until I achieve it; this is a skill from my youth.

- Arlene Blum

As long as you believe what you’re doing is meaningful, you can cut through fear and exhaustion and take the next step.

- Arlene Blum

Women often focus more on staying friends, which is as important as climbing the mountain.

- Arlene Blum

The greatest rewards come only from the greatest commitment.

- Arlene Blum