P.R.I.D.E

P.R.I.D.E? A pride of Lions; Pride and Prejudice; To be proud of one's accomplishment, etc. One word with several meanings. Can it be any more confusing?

I sit here, wracking my brain, trying to write something meaningful about this one word. Alas! My valiant efforts seem futile. Its murky. There is no easy way to explain this correctly without offending someone. But why should it? Everyone is entitled to their opinion. Right? This is the land of opportunities. Why cant we all have the same rights?

Its hard to believe that a few years ago, homosexuality was shunned and had such a bad taboo. Heck, even today, we see the same taboos. I'd like to believe that we have come a long way. To be able to walk in public with utmost pride - Its a step forward. But there are still some challenges. Many more battles to be fought. I just hope that one day, everyone can have the same choices and rights.

Here are some pictures that were taken in San Diego's PRIDE week parade in Hillcrest. Enjoy!

Zion

A return trip to Zion National Park meant a summit to the (in)famous "Angel's landing". You'd think a acrophobiac would shy from such a hike, especially, the second time around. Adrenaline and courage were the key ingredients to the first successful attempt. So why the second attempt? She shrugs her shoulders.

I'll give it this, there is thrill in doing something that is scary. Human and their adrenaline. Sheesh! The hike itself is not a very strenuous one, until you hit the last 0.5 miles. The narrow foot paths, the chains that are the only things that is between you and the 1000+ feet free fall, the gusty winds, are just a few things that would deter most from completing this hike.

Needless to say, I made it up AND down in one piece. A sense of sheer accomplishment, especially, the second time around. Will I do it again? She shrugs her shoulders yet again.

Here are pictures taken in Zion National Park, including pictures from Angel's landing.

Enjoy!