Mt. Manabu??
Last Friday, my friends and I went mountain climbing in Lipa, Batangas. There were several things that I was able to realize on our way to the peak. First, I was not in great shape when I climbed that mountain. Really!!! I was the cause of delay last Friday because I kept on asking for breaks. I was short of breath and my heart was beating so wildly. I didn’t really quit, I know I’ll make it to the top (at least before the sun rises, it was a night trek.) but on the way, I think I promised myself that I won’t climb anymore mountains!! (Now, I think I’ll be able to endure another one, but I have to check with the doctor first.) Second, that I trusted my friend with my life. Why? Mainly because he was the only one who knew the way up the peak. Who knows what we could and might encounter there on our way to the peak. Third, just like in that mountain where there were tough assaults and easy treks, we all have to experience hardships in life. Life can not always be easy. (I know, what a cliché!!).
We encountered crossroads, we backtracked (only a few meters), I slipped, twice, nothing was bruised, only my pride, hehehe!!! Though the mountain we climbed is considered level 1, it was a great achievement for me. When I reached the peak, I looked over the city of Lipa, and I felt great. I know what got me up there: DETERMINATION, PATIENCE, SUPPORT and TRUST. The qualities we need to succeed in life.