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Freefall: When the Botton Drops Out of Your World

Freefall, image courtesy of Adobe SparkI tried to brace myself for the fall.

Oh, I remember the day well. An amusement park ride named Freefall. The wait in line gave us ample opportunity to watch and ponder the decision to follow through with the adventure.

A fear of heights gave way to assurance from college friends. I could do this. They would be with me.

Strapping in with other thrill-seekers and launching to soaring heights, the entire park visible from the top. I tried to brace myself for the fall, gripping the sidebar until my knuckles turned white.

As the sound of an electronic release bellowed behind us, the bottom fell out, dropping us with terrifying speed and force that took my breath.

Elated the ride came to an end, I unbuckled and resolved to keep my feet on the ground for the rest of the day.

Life’s Freefall Ride

When the bottom drops out of your world, are you prepared for the fall? You didn’t have a warning to strap in, brace yourself, and tightly grip something—anything. You didn’t even volunteer for the ride.

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July 13, 2017 at 10:14 am | Uncategorized