Zippity Do Dah!

So yesterday, our Fearsome Family of Four (Jonathan and Bethany were far, far away), had an adventure.

We did six Zip Lines near the New River Gorge, had all the gear on. The longest one boasted speeds of 45 - 50 mph, 200 feet off the ground.
Was not really sure if I was 'man enough' to do this, even though I scheduled this to happen.
We had a blast.

I could not 'do' my roller coaster routine -- close eyes, pray, it will be over eventually.
We were clearly instructed to keep eyes open (duh! the view is part of the reason you're paying for it, chicken!)
We had to keep the guide in view at the end for him to signal if we needed to 'brake' or come in on our own.

So, with eyes open, the strategy was -- keep my eyes on the goal. Do not look down. Do not look anywhere else. Look straight ahead. You will be at the end before you know it. Enjoy the ride.

And you know what?
The ride was amazing!

Nothing to be afraid of.

Once the tour guide asked us if we trusted him -- not in some serious mood, but that the equipment was 'done' and we did not need to fear.
Okay, so why be afraid?

I think the Lord helped me re-learn a neat lesson yesterday.

And yes indeedy, why do this if you don't pay the fee for the photos at the end to enjoy seeing what you did?

Life is an adventure!

So next year, should the non-swimmer initiate a white water rafting trip for the family?

Make a memory today -- no matter how simple, extravagant, or cheap.
Even if it involves a phone call or text if they're far away.

Life is too short to be routine too much of the time.

This was my first zip experience.
Absolutely loved it.