Thanks Chasmo, I will heed your very wise advice! Thank you so much for your concern. I certainly don't attempt my double aluminium extension ladder anymore, which goes up about 30 feet! However, I felt reasonably safe on a small stepladder (like a V upside down). I can hold on to it or if i need both hands, lean across it for support..
But you are quite right, I won't even touch that in future.
My 6 feet 4 inch son was coming with his family today, and I should have waited for him to do it. However, you know what it is like when you have never been accustomed to asking for help....
Never again, you have my promise!!!
Very Best wishes Chasmo,
Ron