Climbing Haikus...

I have decided to let poetry capture the two highlights of my climbing experiences today. I am a big fan of Jack Kerouac's American haiku. What follows is my attempt to write in that style.

First, a poem dedicated to a very good friend and her accomplishments on the wall today...

My heart

Fills with warmth

As I witness pure determination

Next, a poem dedicated to another friend for always inspiring me to keep trying...

As my hands

Reach the final hold

I thank my toes, feet, and legs