My best experience in B.C. happened in Whistler. I wanted to try something “out of the box,” so I signed up for a ziplining excursion. This was very out of character, as I have a morbid fear of heights! As our guides explained the process, I pushed to the front of the line. I knew if I had to wait, I would chicken out and head back down the mountain. First, there was a 40-foot drop. I was scared, but I made it (phew). Then we headed up to the next level—a 200-foot drop, on a line about 1,500 feet long. While I was clasping the harness and looking over the edge, I decided to let my feet go. I felt free, and I set off from the platform stretched out flat, overlooking the river and treetops. I laughed the whole 10 seconds it took me to get to the other side. I learned something that day. You can let go of your fears and gain a new perspective on life. I could have stayed up there all day. It was the best thing I have ever done! (collapse)