Mark Zimmer is in the midst of a multi-year goal of summitting the highest point in each of the United States. Check out his adventure at SummitUpUSA.com!
We have all been there, the last pack of ramen noodles long gone and
all that remains in your bag of trail mix is a collection of
unrecognizable crumbs. Usually this happens on your last day of hiking
or kayaking, or just before you realize that you have no idea where you
are. However, depending on your budget or dislike for shopping, this
can happen anywhere.
To be honest, I really wasn't out of food. I was more curios to see
the reaction I would get; sociology is such a fun past time. I crafted
my sign on the back of a Domino's Pizza box, and made my way to the
streets of my hometown, Grand Rapids, Michigan.
In case any of you are shaking with excitement and are ready to bolt
out to the streets without reading the rest of this, let me tell you
that it doesn't work. I left just as hungry. I know, I know, tough
break. On the bright side of things, I will tell you what I did get.
First and foremost, I did get to have my picture taken three times with
cute girls. It must have been my stylish cloths, or a desire for
personal amusement that attracted them to me. Upon telling them what a
highpoint was, they looked at me semi-confused, and then giggled. It
must have been love.
Second, counting the three girls, there are now at least 17 more people
in Grand Rapids that know what a highpoint is. I consider that a fine
public service in itself.
Finally, I got to see a good deal head scratching, finger
pointing, and confused looks. This is not always a good thing,
actually it is usually a bad thing, but in my case it means that my
cause got just that more attention.
I feel that life is all about learning, and trial and error is probably
the most common way. With that said, know that if you are ever short
on food, don't try to highpoint for it. Not only do few people even
know what a highpoint is, even fewer carry around any food to give to
you. If you are trying to get some attention, on the other hand, grab
your sign and hit the streets!
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