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After yesterday's vertigo the track did not become easier and Wim had a real hard time to carry on even more unsure tracks that seemed to disappear (we could not find markings to continue). Assessing the situation I proposed to get back as soon as possible to a safe place, not allowing his fear to grow while taking a rest, it might become even harder to return afterwards. So we went back along the vertical instantly and took a long rest at the Burghütte while enjoying the lunch, we descended back and we took a little (dead end) side track (as little diversion) to look into the valley, where we found this flower, the pyramidal saxifrage (Saxifraga cotyledon) which hung partly in the shadows. It's a tall plant up to even more than 60 cm (2 feet) sticking out of the rock. I should have used a flash to compensate for the dark part, but I do not have one, which I rarely regret as I did here. If you ever meet fear in the mountains (due to a dangerous landscape, deteriorating weather conditions, disorientation, or exhaustion), try to keep as calm as possible, assess the situation and take the safest decision possible. At these moments it can be good to take a little food or drink (to clear the mind) but never try to ignore you fears. As Wim taught me, the mountain always wins, and learning to face your fears makes you the master in handling your fears! I can only add to that, whenever fear occurs, take it serious! Minolta X-700 (Fuji Sensia 100, 100 mm) Thanks for your attention and your always valuable comments

Comments (38)


Valerie-Ducom

5:46AM | Mon, 23 January 2006

Congratz for this photo, she's sublim work and capture ;) big kiss

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mss

8:05AM | Mon, 23 January 2006

Because you didn't use a flash to compensate for nature's imperfect lighting, this photo has a refreshing impact, like I am really there...

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jgkane

8:07AM | Mon, 23 January 2006

Nice shot, Jan-Carel. You were privileged, perhaps, to have been shown it. We often have to be stopped in our tracks, or take a 'time out', in order to notice what is under our noses. Then we re-set our priorities. Take care, my friend. Regards, John.

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Vik9740

8:24AM | Mon, 23 January 2006

a touch of light in the dark, very nice!

uniquedreamer

1:59PM | Mon, 23 January 2006

Beautiful, just enough light to make this a stunning Image. Pretty little flowers. It's amazing they can grow up there.

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Margana

3:59PM | Mon, 23 January 2006

It seems the sun was very strong and intense.It makes this pic really stand out.Wonderful blue in your shadows.Thanks for the words of wisdom regarding being in the mountains,and facing your fears.If I'm ever in that situation,I'll bear it in mind.-M :^)

vlaaitje

2:50AM | Thu, 26 January 2006

lovely lighting.....well seen..

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sossy

10:16AM | Sat, 13 May 2006

nature coming out of the dark and is kissed by the sun! right, can tell you a lot about fear there! ;o)))

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