Wednesday 6-15-2011
We adults were asked if we wanted to join the students for a climb today. I was up for an adventure so said, "Sure, why not!". I am glad I didn't know exactly what this climbing would involve, because I probably would not have agreed it I had known beforehand what became crystal clear once we arrived, we were at a high ropes course complete with helmets, harnesses and zip lines. There were platforms all throughout this wooded area with different rope challenge courses set up for each. My heart was racing, not sure if I could do this. We managed the first run, and once I learned to trust my harness, the zip lines were a blast. It was exhilarating, nerve racking, and empowering all at the same time. The stress of maneuvering through the ropes, the relief of stepping onto the platform and then the sinking feeling when we looked at what we faced next kept us on edge the whole time. I had completed three courses when Tyler convinced me I could handle one that was mostly zip lines. I was feeling pretty fine, actually enjoying the rides. I am glad I did not wimp out, it was a thrill to say the least! We ate our sack lunches on the patio and enjoyed the forest around us. The evening barbeque was at Fidel and Monika Hassler's, Tyler's host family. Wonderful food, lovely patio, and most enjoyable company. They even had a campfire complete with s'mores, German style. I couldn't help but think of Enemy Swim that night, wondering if Ron and Hannah were also sitting by a fire. We have been on the go so much, I must admit, I have not had much time to think about home. Another terrific day.
We adults were asked if we wanted to join the students for a climb today. I was up for an adventure so said, "Sure, why not!". I am glad I didn't know exactly what this climbing would involve, because I probably would not have agreed it I had known beforehand what became crystal clear once we arrived, we were at a high ropes course complete with helmets, harnesses and zip lines. There were platforms all throughout this wooded area with different rope challenge courses set up for each. My heart was racing, not sure if I could do this. We managed the first run, and once I learned to trust my harness, the zip lines were a blast. It was exhilarating, nerve racking, and empowering all at the same time. The stress of maneuvering through the ropes, the relief of stepping onto the platform and then the sinking feeling when we looked at what we faced next kept us on edge the whole time. I had completed three courses when Tyler convinced me I could handle one that was mostly zip lines. I was feeling pretty fine, actually enjoying the rides. I am glad I did not wimp out, it was a thrill to say the least! We ate our sack lunches on the patio and enjoyed the forest around us. The evening barbeque was at Fidel and Monika Hassler's, Tyler's host family. Wonderful food, lovely patio, and most enjoyable company. They even had a campfire complete with s'mores, German style. I couldn't help but think of Enemy Swim that night, wondering if Ron and Hannah were also sitting by a fire. We have been on the go so much, I must admit, I have not had much time to think about home. Another terrific day.
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