I'm a happy camper and thought I'd share a story. I've been reading here for 3+ years, recreational climbing for a little more (off and on, but still a beginner). I took a break for most of the last year due to a knee issue/surgery, but I started again late this summer. I like to climb for the same reasons I'm sure many of you do; exercise, nature, meditative, etc. Well, 2 weeks ago my wife (and best friend) expressed an interest in climbing. I had mentioned it before, but she really doesn't like heights, at least not being on a roof. Although she can fly with me and not be nervous about the height. So anyway, I hadn't had much hope in the past...once she mentioned the possibility, I was on the phone to New tribe and Sherrill's quick. Her rope came in last week, the saddle & biner yesterday...so after work we went out behind the house and found a tree to climb.
Just up to a branch and back a couple of times, maybe 30'. But she was fine with it and asked what tree we're climbing tonight. I'm a bit envious because she has enough arm strength to pull herself up the rope without any foot work at all! Made me feel like a weenie.
My 40-something years collected a bit of extra weight and I have to footlock. Hmmm, maybe that's why she decided to go for it; to get me exercising more. In any event, I'm happy!
