To run or not to run, that is the question

As you know, July is the month of The Running of the Bulls in Pamplona.

I have talked to a few people now about this experience, since many villages outside of Pamplona also have similar festivals.  Every Spaniard that I have asked has had the same response. It is so frightening! You could die! But you should do it. At least once. It seems that unless death is a possibility, festivals in Spain just wouldn't be worth going to.  From the human towers, to firework shows in the street, to being chased after by large 1,000lb mammals, Spain sure knows how to "walk the line".

I've been mulling over the idea of taking a trip to Pamplona. Part of me thinks I lack the common sense and wilderness smarts to outrun a 1 ton bull. The other part of me, however, wants to listen to this man. Listen to the first story of this podcast. It definitely makes you think about the beautiful things that come out of taking a risk...

http://www.mefeedia.com/watch/36024090


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