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Back to the Trails
Holy smokes was I a happy camper yesterday.
Can you tell why?
The sun, fresh air, and great company had me smiling ear to ear for most of the day. It’s amazing how doing something you love–or a version of it–can really help your mental health.
I hit the trails yesterday at Dixie for a little hike. Still have to wear my sandals as the top of my foot still gets pretty angry when I try and wear my running shoes, but that’s okay. the Teva sandals I got work pretty well.
I’m so thankful for the sun, the warmth and great friends.
So get out there, my friends, and face off with those obstacles. You can do it!
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Make it a GREAT day!
Remember. You are strong. You are capable. You are worthy.
Make it a great day, my friends.
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My Israel Adventure #TheRunningWriter
https://youtu.be/m4gfUsaAbWA
I finally got the time to get all my pictures from last month’s Israel adventure. There were so many to wade through, and it was fun to see them all again . Now, I’m not super good at making videos, but I love putting them all together, so if you have 20 minutes to kill….give it a look.
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A Day of Nothing #TheRunningWriter
This morning, about the time I’m typing this, I had been scheduled to be running down the South Rim of the Grand Canyon on my grand adventure of running Rim to Rim to Rim (R2R2R).
Instead. Here I am:
I get to spend the next week pretty much like this. Foot up. Netflix binge-watching on the TV. And my little friend Rocket carrying me around the house.
I’d been planning the R2R2R adventure for over a year. My sweet hubby and I were going to do it together. He’s never done Rim to Rim, and I’ve done it twice. But R2R2R…I’d never done that, and the thought of doing that adventure with my soulmate…to say I was looking forward to it would be an understatement.
But, the universe had different plans for me. I should be angry, right?
Well…..when you start jumping into “shoulds” it can lead to some serious attitude issues. It can lead to anger and frustration. Now, I’ll admit I’m sad. I mean, who wouldn’t be after all that planning and such?
You know what, though? The Grand Canyon isn’t going anywhere, and after I’m all healed up, I’ll be stronger than ever. So watch out, Grand Canyon, here I come.
But today’s question…which Movie and/or Series should I Netflix today?
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Name my scooter
I need your help!
Since this scooter is going to be my close friend for the coming weeks, I think we should name it!
Any good ideas? Do tell!!
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When You’re Down #TheRunningWriter
I miss my trails. Like big time. I’m used to running 30-40 miles per week I’m used to spending hours out on the trails, frolicking amongst the wildlife, watching sunrises, and bonding with my Trail Sisters. I knew I loved it, but I never realize just how much until I have to step away from it for a while.
Right now, as I sit on my patio watching the sun rise over the hills I’m normally running, I asked my myself, “How will I make it through the next couple of months?”
It’s a fair question for anyone faced with challenges, whether it’s with work, family, friends, and yes, even exercise nuts.
Today I answer it by sitting on the patio and enjoying the quiet. Enjoying the slow pace of the day. Running through my list of things I am thankful for. That really helps lift the sadness that tends to darken my normal optimism. Helps me to remember I still have a lot to be thankful for.
Guys, it’s ok to be a little sad when life isn’t all rosy. It’s going to happen. To everyone.
You’re not bad or crazy or horrible if you feel a little sad. The key is, we have to work through it and not stay there too long.
Friends, family, faith–those are key to helping us not stay stuck in the sadness.
Hang in there, my friends. We will get through this together!
