Friday, February 11, 2011
Week 6
An image that has been stuck in my mind for the past couple of days has been that of when I went skiing last Saturday. Last Saturday was prime time for skiing. It was a gorgeous, sunny day with no clouds in the sky. It was so awesome to be able to get out of the valley smog that accumulates here in the winter. Breathing in the fresh air at the top of Sugarloaf lift at Alta Ski Resort was so relaxing. You feel as if you were on top of the world when you're up there. An almost celestial feeling overcomes me when I'm up there because of the beautiful scenery that surrounds you. You feel as if being on top of such a magnificent mountain that you are closer to heaven. What a wonderful place it is to be able to experience the world's greatest snow. Skiing itself is awesome, but when you are skiing with your buddies it makes it even more fun. My friends and I have been skiing together ever since we were young. Now that we have all gone our separate ways and go to different schools, it is a sweet feeling to get the crew back together to enjoy a day of some fresh powder. I believe this is why skiing has such a great impact on me because it brings back many old memories that my buds and I shared. I am edetically reminded of the times we had every time I put my ski boots on. Now by no means do I consider myself a phenomenal skier, but there is also no greater feeling than flying through the air. Now hopefully things work out and you don't end up face down in the snow when you've hit the ground. But, other than that it's a sweet feeling that cannot be accurately described. So much joy comes in determining who had the most gnarly wipe out at the end of the day. I'd like to say that I have never obtained this great honor, but indeed I have graciously accepted the award numerous times. There's nothing like a great day on the slopes...
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I think that the social aspects of certain memories really makes a more ordinary memory stand out, because of the good emotions that are associated with it. So I'm thinking you like skiing because it is not only fun, but nostalgic of really good times of the past. I get good nostalgic feelings when I see my elementary school, high school, etc. Although they are just buildings, I remember "that's where I did this..." etc. and it makes it much deeper. If it were me, I would appreciate the fun of friendship described in this post more than the skiing itself, although I like skiing/snowboarding too.
ReplyDeleteI loved the way you described being in top of the mountain, and when you used the word celestial. I love that feeling as well. I also love moments like this were you don't always remember how well you skied, but remember the people you were with and the beauty of it all.
ReplyDeleteYour description of the mountains was awesome. Though I hope that in heaven, we won't get sun and windburn on our faces often hahaha..
ReplyDeleteI'm with you, being in the mountains is such a great way to enjoy nature. The way your wrote this was so descriptive, it was super enjoyable to read.
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