Journey or Destination?

As I sit down on my bed, nursing the damaged ligaments in my knee, the adventure is over.

Although the ending was not quite as I had hoped for, my climbing trip to the Mont Blanc range can be thought of as being successful. Why would I look at it as being successful when in reality I never reach the summit, irrespective of any reason preventing me from doing so?

Well, the answer is all about being positive. I might not have reached the summit (reasons and explanations will be given out in subsequent chapters of this story) but I experienced adventure that few people I know would dream of. I have scaled new heights - literally, physically and mentally. I have made new friends, discovered new talent and above all learnt more about myself and what I am capable of and what skills I need to develop.

But most of all I've learnt that at times it's all about the journey not the destination!

Tackling the Ropes Course

A High Ropes course involves using harnesses, helmets, cables, ropes and wooden beams strung 20 to 50 feet high among trees or poles, Each moment is rich with discoveries, whether you’re climbing, simply encouraging others or on belay.

The high ropes elements are up in the trees so the perceived risk is high, but actual risk is low. Participants walk across cable bridges, negotiate giant ladders or ride zip lines through the trees as they overcome personal fears and develop new self confidence.

Yep......I want to do this again