Five and a Half Reasons NOT To Climb A Mountain

I obscure a nice view
Originally uploaded by adelvice.

1) Over 36 hours with only one hour of "sleep" and 11 hours of climbing.

2) It's bloody cold at the top.

3) Leeches

4) Trekking down 7Km of slick, wet clay is actually not very good fun, especially when you have not slept for 24 hours.

4.5) Trekking down 7Km of slick, wet clay is actually not very good fun, especially when you are exceptionally uncoordinated and spend the majority of the 7Km falling over, and/or sliding down on your backside.

5) There is a lot of pain the next day.

5.5) It is not a good way to prepare for writing a 1500 word assignment, in Indonesian, that is due the day after you get home.

Will tell the whole story when I have finished all my exams and assignments. Glad I did it, but my new philosophy on mountain climbing is "Yes, it's an option...... but not one that I end to choose again." Ha ha ha. I suppose you aren't surprised. I have some cool photo's though!

Five Reasons To Climb A Mountain

We really climbed it!
Originally uploaded by adelvice.

1) Nice view from the top

2) Good for the muscles

3) Happy feelings of accomplishment

4) Pleasant group bonding experience

5) Did I mention the nice view?