Sure-footed

Definition: (1) proceeding carefully; not likely to fail or fall; (2) prudently planning future phases of life

Experience: On a lone hike along the Colorado river, I was taking dangerous chances here and there. Telling the story at camp to my companions about a particularly risky move, I quipped, “and my foot landed good.”

People Who Exemplify This Quality: The Flying Wallendas (1905-) Tightrope and daredevil stunt performers who execute highwire acts without a safety net.

Quote: Class never runs scared. It is sure-footed and confident. It can handle anything that comes along. — Ruth Crowley [aka: Ann Landers] (1918-2002) American advice columnist

Question: When was it you first set foot on the road to Paradise?

Symbol: the ram