mountains

with all the figurative mountains i've been climbing up lately, climbing up an actual mountain didn't seem that bad. i love nature and i love physical activity, but i do not love being scorched by the sun for extended periods of time. the view was kind of lackluster, but maybe it was just my dehydration that stole the beauty away from the moment. or perhaps i just need to find a mountain with a better view. anyhow, what i loved most about this experience was being able to share it with my mom. she's been the strongest influence on my life and i absolutely love her to death. i've since realized that most of my adventurous side stems from her and her desire to constantly challenge herself.