The altitude drains energy from us from "summary" of The Bolivian Diary by Che Guevara
The thin air at high altitudes is a relentless adversary, sucking the life force out of us as we struggle to breathe. Every step is a battle against dizziness and exhaustion, our bodies rebelling against the lack of oxygen. The unforgiving terrain seems to mock our feeble attempts to conquer it, each slope steeper than the last, each breath shallower than the one before. The mountain peaks loom above us, casting long shadows over our weary figures. The sun beats down mercilessly, its rays piercing through the thin atmosphere with a searing intensity. We trudge on, our movements sluggish and labored, as if wading through molasses. The altitude takes its toll on our bodies, draining our energy like a vampire preying on its victims. The landscape stretches out before us, a vast expanse of rugged beauty that belies the harsh reality of our situation. The jagged peaks and deep valleys seem to taunt us, daring us to continue our ascent. Each step forward is a triumph of will over physical limitations, a testament to the indomitable spirit that drives us onward. The air grows thinner still, our lungs straining to extract the precious oxygen that eludes us. Every breath is a struggle, every heartbeat a reminder of our mortality. Yet still we press on, determined to reach our goal despite the odds stacked against us. The altitude may drain our energy, but it cannot extinguish the fire that burns within us, driving us ever onward towards our destiny.
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