Climbing Hills

Wednesday, February 29th, 2012

There are many hills in Yanghsuo, actually they are called karst peaks, and some are more like mountains than hills.  I climbed two of the many this week.  They have stairs to help those of us who are lacking in the surefooted area, but that did not stop me from falling 3 times on the way down. Despite the burning muscles, the shortness of breath and the bruised knees, the climb was absolutely worth it.  The view from the top is unreal. My adventure in China can be related to climbing these peaks.  There are real challenges everyday, sometimes even painful ones, but the payoff is tenfold. Also, as I climb these hills, I have begun to realize how each of the challenges is making me a better, stronger person. There are many more hills to come... both kinds, and I am ready to keep climbing.