Odds.

So I haven't written in ages and this has always been a good place to process thoughts. Going in for a hip operation tomorrow. 80% chance it will fix everything and I'll no longer be in pain.

I suppose the 80% chance has created some great experiences for me. If success is guaranteed then what's the point? Most who've climbed with me will know that success is never guaranteed, most of the time I won't even get on what I want to try! I've always got a load of excuses!

Benwee Head from the bottom. Chances of success!?

But I always enjoy being out with friends and this past year has meant a lot of that. Easy routes that I've just enjoyed.

Up the Cromlech after work with the Boss! Photo: Paul Casey

Group ascent of Spiral Stairs. Photo: Paul Casey.

For once I wish the chance of success was 100%.