international adventure Iranian couple hopes their message of peace takes root.(Local)

From: The Virginian Pilot | Date: February 22, 2008 | Copyright information

Byline: JIM WASHINGTON

By Jim Washington

The Virginian-Pilot

NORFOLK

Jafar and Nasim Edrisi met at the top of a mountain in Iran nine years ago.

Both computer engineers and athletes, their life together has included participating in Iranian national rock-climbing championships, running eco-tourism trips, and now cycling around the world to promote peace and environmental conservation.

"I love adventure," Nasim Edr...