It's the uncertainty, the challenge and the willingness to put it all on the line that draws a lot of people to climb mountains. That can also apply to a lot of other challenges in life, whether it's running for office, starting a family, going to grad school or taking all of your cash and assets and starting a business.
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About Mark Udall

Mark Udall was a contemporary American politician. Mark Emery Udall is an American politician who served as a United States Senator from Colorado from 2009 to 2015. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously served in the United States House of Representatives, representing Colorado's 2nd congressional district. Read more on Wikipedia →

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  • Life — Reflections on the meaning, challenges, and beauty of life
  • Family — The ties of kinship, parenting, and unconditional love

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