I am not fond of heights. It's not that I have a phobia-- I just don't seek them out. But when I saw the Baogong Pagoda at the Ling Gu Monastery, I felt obliged to climb it, just as my son Benn feels compelled to run marathons. After all, I've come all the way to China. How could I not climb this structure? It is over 230 feet to the top up a winding stair. At the apex, there's a view of the Nanjing skyline, and misty mountains nearby. I was too exhilarated to feel any ache in my knees. It felt good. Maybe when I return to the States, I'll visit my hometown-- New York-- and climb the Statue of Liberty, which I've never done.
I fight the temptation to overwork. Here, my skills are unusual, and I could spend all my time at o
ur center. But I'm forcing myself to get out, though by nature, I am something of a workaholic.
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I am also scared of heights but my worst phobia is darkness. Good job on overcoming your fears, Roz
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