Sunday, May 23, 2010

13-Year-Old Boy Climbs Atop Mount Everest

Last week, it was 16-year-old Jessica Watson sailing solo around the world.

This week, it is 13-year-old Jordan Romero climbing atop Mount Everest.

Some people question the wisdom of these undertakings by those of such a young age but I cannot help but admire their adventurous spirit.

Despite his tender age Romero has climbed the highest peak on every continent save for Antarctica.

Still, I have no illusions about the risk. Indeed, it is every bit as dangerous to climb down Everest than it is to climb up.

So here's to a safe journey back home.

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