I love the arc of this story. It's so interesting to read the emotions the mountain brings out in you. You don't often see that in travel/adventure writing.
I love that there is a returning to the untold stories of mountain ascents. Quiet achievements, secrets moments of glory. But then I’m also pulled to the documentation of adventures (our bike rides), usually for my own benefit, occasionally for others who ask what we’ve been up to. Always a balance, I guess. Xxx
Yep, so true Lynne, it is lovely to have that record and to express the feeling and meaning of the trip without being caught up in the ambition or goal of it. I will be waiting for your bike and van stories! Thank you for your lovely words. Xx
As always Bel you capture such real raw emotions and put them into words . You certainly speak for me and I’m sure others with your honesty on fear and being strong enough to confront it and walk away . Xx❤️
I love the arc of this story. It's so interesting to read the emotions the mountain brings out in you. You don't often see that in travel/adventure writing.
Thanks Jane, that is really kind, so pleased you think it offers some kind of different perspective to traditional adventure writing.
I do. I think it’s important to look at these subjects through a different lens.
I love that there is a returning to the untold stories of mountain ascents. Quiet achievements, secrets moments of glory. But then I’m also pulled to the documentation of adventures (our bike rides), usually for my own benefit, occasionally for others who ask what we’ve been up to. Always a balance, I guess. Xxx
Yep, so true Lynne, it is lovely to have that record and to express the feeling and meaning of the trip without being caught up in the ambition or goal of it. I will be waiting for your bike and van stories! Thank you for your lovely words. Xx
You’ve made the right choice - you are both to precious xx
Thank you, that is lovely xx
As always Bel you capture such real raw emotions and put them into words . You certainly speak for me and I’m sure others with your honesty on fear and being strong enough to confront it and walk away . Xx❤️
Thanks, Debs, I know you would walk away too. X
"reminding myself that fear is the thief of dreams."
Indeed, some fears you should ignore, but others will save your life.
And I am sure you'll find your mountain.