Climbing Away

I learned at a very early age to take the stairs and take them seriously. No running around, and no short cuts.

I used to enjoy riding the stairs slip and slide style. You know, head first on your stomach, arms outstretched. Someone knocked into me once, unexpectedly, and I bit my lip so hard, the scar is still there 20 years later.

I still take the stairs with the carefreeness of a child, I just take notice of my surroundings. Things can easily knock you off, but if you're paying attention ... hopefully you can avert disaster.