Yes, I was on the RCI cruise ship with the gastro-intestinal disease. No, I didn't get sick. But I did suffer through 5 days of puking, obnoxious college kids on spring break, constant handwashing and crappy food. I'm pretty sure I actually lost weight this week. I'll let you know tomorrow.
There were a few highlights to the cruise. The most important one is that I friggin' climbed the rock wall! Yep, I did it! Of course, I waited until the last possible day at the time when the least number of people would be around. Don't believe me? Look for yourself...
Here I am all outfitted in my climbing shoes, XL harnass (I couldn't believe it fit) and my safety helmet.
I told the people manning the wall that I had never done it before and that if I could get both feet off the ground and on a rock I'd be happy.
Soon enough was SEVERAL rocks high. I had this incredible strength in my arms and legs I had never experienced before. My goal was that to reach the mid point where the first bell was.
And I made it! The bell is just below my butt.
I kept trying to reach for that yellow stone that is above my right hand, but after three tries, I couldn't make it, so...
....I floated down, satisfied and amazed that I got so far!
I landed safely and proclaimed victory! You wouldn't believe how much my knees were shaking. I don't think I stopped grinning for 24 hours!
Hurray for you! I've never climbed the rock wall, but I have done the ropes course. Great fun and great sense of accomplishment!
ReplyDeleteHi Jen! What a tremendous accomplishment! This is something that I have always wanted to try myself and haven't because I was too fat and out of shape. Congratulations to you!
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ReplyDeleteYou are one tough chick -- look at you climb! I am in awe, really.
Your SF comrade,
KT
That's so awesome, Jen! Congratulations! I applaud you most for trying as I still sometimes struggle with not wanting to try due to fear I'll fail. Just fantastic!
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