“If you’re not living on the edge, you’re taking up too much space.” Those were the words of Jim Whittaker, the boisterous American Mountain Climber. For every mountain climber, there is always that question that will be asked: Why do you do this? Why would you put life and limb on the line? On one of my climbs, my guide and I were caught up in a blistering snow-storm that lasted three hours. To keep from frost-bite and contracting High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (a leading cause of death for mountain climbers), we had to keep going around in circles. Snow-blinded and exhausted once the storm had subsided, we lost our way. Finally, by a long winded route, we arrived back at Day 5 camp after nightfall – drenched and frozen to the bone. And nursing several aches and bruises from the countless falls on the icy, slippery and sharp rocks. In reality, life is a lot like that. There are very few guarantees. Many times in life you have to go out on a limb, and a prayer. You cross your heart and hope for better days.