The above photo is a pretty dramatic depiction of clearly saying “No.” in being asked to do something, such as climbing up an extinct volcano in the middle of the Pacific Ocean! But is this consistent with my goal to stay active after 65? Didn’t I say to myself I wanted to keep fit and flush my system with oxygen and get my blood pumping. Damnit. Yes, I did. Well, what am I waiting for?
(Hint: It helps to surround yourself with younger folks; or those who run marathons or swim and surf.)
The Kokohead trail was an emplacement for munitions and guns to protect Oahu in wartime from enemy attacks by sea. The incline railway was to bring up the heavy equipment but it’s now used as a scenic overlook to see both sides of the island. Average time up to the top is 45 minutes. I say average. I’ve slipped down to an hour and ten minutes last time I did it. I need to bother Luis to see when he wants to go again–and not chicken out a zero dark thirty on a Sunday Morning!
Hard work pays off. I don’t get something for nothing!
Fortunately, I haven’t had to say no to climbing the crater because Luis hasn’t called me lately. I think it’s time I asked him what he’s doing next Sunday–and yes it’s Easter!
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