My husband and I met during a college Ski trip that he organized and we've been together ever since. So, skiing is very near and dear to our hearts. We never miss a chance to ski!
When our son started skiing a few years ago we would not think of not equipping him with a helmet! He complained and nagged but we didn't budge. We explained that it was as critical for him to wear a helmet as it was wearing a seat belt in the car.
Now, upon hearing the stories on Natasha Richardson within the last 24 hours, I wonder why is it that my husband and I don't wear helmets? How can we play so dangerously? And think it's ok? Why did we put a set of safety standards for our son but not ourselves? We it be fair to the rest of the family if any of us suffered brain damage? (See US News article in the health section here.)
I know what I was thinking, that I'm too good a skier and it hasn't happened so far. That I rather feel free and have the air go through my hair. That when we take pictures we'll look good! But, again, hearing the story about Natasha, I believe we've taken too big of a risk. And there is no excuse for not protecting yourself when you can. I can assure you that we'll be skiing with helmets on next year's ski trip!
In the meantime, I deeply hope that she recovers from the ordeal and that the medical community can help this wonderful actress. My thoughts and prayers are with her and her family.
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