One Awesome Thing

My sister, Nicole, says she's trying to do one awesome thing a day.  I think it's a good plan.  I've been snowed in for two days and have been itching to do something awesome.  I decided today was the day I would face a few of my fears and go to the top of the Gateway Arch.

The Gateway Arch combines my fear of heights with my fear of being trapped in small spaces along with my fear of transportation by pulley system into one glorious trifecta.  But I knew I would regret it if I never went to the top.

I brought this guy along because he's not afraid of anything.  Also because it's illegal for me to leave him home alone.

"Hey, I have an idea!  Let's go to the top of that thing!"

There's usually a line out the door of people waiting to get to the top.  Not today.  There were no lines anywhere, so there was no time to change my mind.  So, if you're ever wondering when would be a good time to go to the top of the arch, try Tuesday morning when it's 20 degrees outside.

Here's the tiny pod we took to the top.  (Longest four minutes of my life.)

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I was able to get this panoramic shot with my phone.  I love this city.

I also took a panoramic shot of the Mississippi River side.  I find this view much less impressive.  Try harder, Illinois.

Miles looking out the window.  (Obviously.)

So THERE, fear trifecta!