I felt extremely accomplished and proud this past weekend. I did my first climb. The climb wasn't exactly planned because we didn't know where we were going, but we ended up near Mt. Evans. Our plan was to go see the aspen leaves....my favorite, and we ended up climbing.
The hike started pretty simple and I knew once we passed a sign that said if we continued we would need to sign a permit, which we didn't...I knew I was probably in for a bit more than a hike.
Once we really got going I will be honest, the altitude started kicking my butt. I took a few breaks here and there to catch my breath and pace myself, but with my own determination and my husband encouraging me, I made it to the top, and it was so worth it.
The view was amazing and all the things that have been on my mind and causing stress just seemed to vanish. It was a wonderful moment of clarity and I am so glad I did it.
I have always been hesitant to climb because I know how I get in high altitudes and I didn't know if I could hack it. Now I know I can and I'm willing to do more. I'm hooked!
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