My daughter Alexis walks the tightrope!
This past holiday season, my daughter, Alexis and I decided to spend some “down†time at the Miraval Resort in Tucson, Arizona. We were hoping to exercise a lot and of course, be pampered. We were also looking forward to long hikes in the beautiful desert.
At Miraval, there are several challenges, which guests can participate in. There is an area on the edge of the desert, behind the spa, which contains the challenge course, including the Desert Tightrope, Out on a Limb, The Giant’s Ladder, The Climbing Wall, and the Quantum Leap. On the first day, Alexis chose to try the tightrope. So did three others - all men. I must say, Alexis is very daring. She is also the co-host of the "Whatever" show on Sirius radio 112 as well as the co-host of "Whatever Martha!" on the Fine Living Network.
Oh my goodness Martha your daughter is so brave! I couldn't do that even with a safety harness! A mother daughter spa trip sounds wonderful!
Have a happy week! ~Smiles~Tam!
Posted by: Tam | January 4th, 2009 at 11:38 pm
Oh my gosh how scary that must've been! At the same time I understanding seeking the thrill of it all as well. Still I will that kind of stuff to her for now
Posted by: Kari | January 5th, 2009 at 2:23 am
Hi, Martha,
Thanks for the glimpse into the Miraval Resort. Alexis is certainly daring---and good at walking the Desert Tightrope.
The Tucson, Arizona landscape is so beautiful.
Kathy
Posted by: Kathy | January 5th, 2009 at 2:25 am
I would love to hear Alexis talk about this experience on her show sometime.
Posted by: Teresa | January 5th, 2009 at 2:56 am
Looks like more than I would ever do, but congrats to your daughter, Hope your spa trip was great and I'm looking forward to hearing more about it!
Barb
Posted by: Barb | January 5th, 2009 at 3:05 am
Hi Martha,
Your face always lights up whenever you talk about Alexis...so glad the two of you had the time together.
Beautiful blue sky, frame after frame after frame.
Posted by: tinay | January 5th, 2009 at 4:30 am
Wow, I'm not sure I would be tempted by the tightrope, but kudos to anyone brave enough to try! Loved the "Cat's New Year's Party" post as well -- my cats are all in favor of the idea, especially if snacks are included.
Posted by: Eliza B. | January 5th, 2009 at 5:02 am
Like mother like daughter, eh? Brave as all get out! These pictures remind me of you climbing the glaciers in Alaska - a piece of cake. OMG, I can't even get on a tall ladder without getting dizzy. Alexis is definitely daring and good for her. I wish I was as fit as she is, actually, as both of you are. I hope you had a great time in Arizona - it looks like you had beautiful weather. Trish
Posted by: Trish | January 5th, 2009 at 5:54 am
I would be so scared!!! Good for her!!
Posted by: Karen Gonzales | January 5th, 2009 at 6:08 am
Alexis has great balance and strength. I admire her attitude to try something new. “Alexis, you go girl!”
Martha, thank you for taking us (bloggers) to Arizona! I enjoy all of my fieldtrips that you provide.
~Gloria
Posted by: Gloria Brown, Winterport, Maine | January 5th, 2009 at 7:18 am
I enjoy being on the ground and I would have to do Lamaze breathing just to get in the harness. I have faint childhood memories of the Flying Wallendas and things not going so well on the tight rope!
Scaredy Cat.
Linda
Posted by: Linda Crispell | January 5th, 2009 at 7:27 am
Is Alexis that brave ? come on she has nerves of steel, just like that wire she was walking on 35 feet up in the air. She knew pictures would be posted on this blog now that would be the scary part perhaps. But filling two hours of air time on a radio program was training enough to successfully negotiate the high wire act. Plus she attended Putney need I say more.
Posted by: hardboiledegg | January 5th, 2009 at 8:09 am
Hi Martha, As Alexis would say, OMG!!! What an exciting adventure by a very agile, athletic young lady! She is one of my new heros! If I were her age, I might have tried what she did, but at 71, I don' think so! I was holding my breath through part of her tightrope walk and had a big sigh of relief when she touched terra firma. This is a new side of Alexis that I've never seen and it was great! Thanks so much for sharing. Jan
Posted by: Jan Erickson | January 5th, 2009 at 8:45 am
Martha,
My palms sweated looking at the pictures! WTG Alexis! I give her credit. Wouldn't find me up there! LOL
Happy New Year Martha! Hope 2009 brings you much happiness and success!
Paula
Posted by: Paula M. :) | January 5th, 2009 at 10:33 am
I just wish You Happy New Year!!!
Posted by: Adunakhyr | January 5th, 2009 at 10:52 am
It is always a good thing to do something that scares you. This might be taking it a tad far, but still.
Posted by: Pamela | January 5th, 2009 at 3:01 pm
Great job Alexis!!
Posted by: susieshomemade | January 5th, 2009 at 4:05 pm
Good for Alexis! That's scary to do even with the ropes securing you.
Posted by: MellyG | January 5th, 2009 at 5:09 pm
Alexis is fantastical. If I liked girls, I'd propose to her.
Posted by: Andrew Ritchie | January 5th, 2009 at 6:35 pm
My hands were sweaty just looking at the pics! Next stop.....BIG TOP?
Good one Alexis! Good photos mum!
Leah xo
PS. Andrew Ritchie you are funny
Posted by: Leah from Toronto | January 6th, 2009 at 10:55 am
Well done. Alexis is pretty good---well actually she is darn good.
I am happy she did it and happy she knew she could do it.
Posted by: Margie | January 6th, 2009 at 11:27 am
This is called a leap of faith! However, it's not like she's going to lose her life if she falls. Come on. The girls has a sense of adveture. Hats off to you Alexis! Your name fits you perfectly.
Posted by: Tooters (not what you think it means!) | January 6th, 2009 at 4:30 pm
Hello Martha, This is my first time on any blog.I Watch you every day. I especially love seeing and hearing about you're adventures. I've learned so much about cooking,fashion,people,etc. Kathy
Posted by: kathy | January 7th, 2009 at 5:19 am
Martha, I love Alexis and Jennifer and I admire you for giving them this opportunity. I have two sons and they love to tell funny stories about me and their Dad. They sometimes make good, loving fun of me and we can laugh for hours. I think it is wonderful that you and Alexis are so very close. My sons both live in Denver and I live in Ohio so the miles are long between us. Someday my wish is to live in Denver and teach my grandchildren the wonderful world of cooking, organizing, knitting, and other fun and creative things. You have always inspired me to use my creative talents. Thanks for the wonderful shows.
Posted by: Shirley Pullar | January 7th, 2009 at 9:04 am
Hi Martha
I don't usually do this, but I am so impressed with your show, your site and of course you!
I am a crafter and I am on the site every day looking for great things to make. Thank you for giving us crafters the chance to bring out our artistic side.(and all for free) Keep up the good work.
Elaine
Posted by: Elaine Germann | January 8th, 2009 at 4:42 am