Why climb?
George Mallory's answer when questioned on why he would want to climb Mount Everest is one of the most famous quotes in mountaineering - 'Because it's there'Although it seems a simple answer, and to many a ridiculous reason to risk so much, I think it means something different to everyone who is inspired by mountains and the people who climb them. I also think it was an answer given because it...
Almost Heaven
A good start , a good walk and a good laugh into a silent way back home adventure. We met each other again(my cousins) after a long time so we decided to visit the nearest falls and mountains to our place. We were very happy and extremely excited at that moment because our parents gave us permission because our one aunt is with us. We climb and then my brother and two cousins went near the big...
Loss led me to Kilimanjaro
The true impact of grief cannot be understood without being felt first hand. It's an entirely different ordeal experiencing grief yourself than it is watching someone else grieve. I've seen friends lose parents and thought how tragic that must be, but ultimately, and as awful as it sounds, I was still able to continue with my life as normal, albeit tinged with a deep sympathy. It's not until y...