CLIMB

Once when I was little I climbed to the top of the highest tree in my backyard. This tree was always my favorite, for it was the most challenging, yet most rewarding climb. I had gotten close to the top before, but never had I made it all the way up. I started by placing my right foot on the wood plank my Dad and I nailed to the tree for a step, and whipped my body up towards the nearest branch. After going through all the familiar motions I got to my usual stopping point. You see, my legs had never really been long enough to reach the next branch.