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"Climb Ev'ry Mountain"... Is it Worth it to Do Perilous Activities?

Even If it Means the Loss of Life?

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"Climb Ev'ry Mountain"... Is it Worth it to Do Perilous Activities?

James Kim with his family.

Credit: Kati Kim

Copyright: AP

Takeaways
  • Even in fair weather, climbing high, dangerous mountains seem to be an exercise in self idolatry.
  • For some humans, limitations are a fate worst than death.
  • Mr. James Kim died, but his death was honorable, his children will know for all time that their Father loved them and that he was truly brave and heroic. He left a great legacy for his children.
Did You Know?
Should the public bear the cost to rescue people who choose to put themselves in dangerous situations? Search and rescue missions typically cost anywhere from $200 to $5,000 in Mesa County.
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I know a few individuals that sucessfully climbed Mt. Everest the last 2 years. While I wouldn't do it myself. It was their own choice. Mountaineering is a dangerous sport. For some people they do it for pride. For others it's like a drug. They love the adrenaline and challenge of it.

Posted on 12/30/2006 at 10:12:00 PM

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