For those of you that don't know, I get severe vertigo from heights. I did VERY well in Tikal because most of the structures had platforms at the top with railings that gave me a good center of gravity. While climbing Templo V (the stairs were more like a ladder), I realized only two platforms from the top that I was fucked. I could see there was only a thin board leading toward the main stairs (which were eroded and very steep) and it was loaded with French tourists. I got to the top and immediately hugged the pyramid wall. Scott, knowing me well, knew not to touch me but some French guy that was totally invading my space insisted that Scott "hold" me. He briefly put his arm around me until the guy left and then I sunk to the board. You can't really see the lack of space in this picture, but you can definitely see my "FUUUUUCK YOU" look.
This was me hightailing it down, after I finally talked myself into it. You can't really see it here because Scott made me look up, but I was literally counting the ladder rungs down (not to mention my hands were shaking so badly). When I hit the ground, the crowd of French tourists applauded.
I wanted to hit them but my overwhelming urge to kiss the ground took over.
3 comments:
Yeah, I can definitely see the fear in your face here lil' sis.
OMG! when you click onto the photo and enlarge it, it is soooooo scarey when you look down.
Lol...for such a badass you look like you shit yourself!!! :) Much love big sis!
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