I have gotten really addicted to walking/jogging in the mornings. Some days I go by myself and it is just really calming. I stretch out, walk, jog & sweat out all those little things in life that annoy/frustrate me. :)
Every morning I get to watch the sun come up. I think that's something that we take for granted these days. It is such a beautiful, wondrous thing to see. One day this week the sky was filled with the fluffiest clouds that looked like pink cotton candy. :)
Every morning I get to see the same smiling faces up at the local park. I love seeing so many people up there just as early as I am walking their butts off! So many different shapes, sizes & cultures are up there. It's nice to look down & around the trails & know that all these people are there because they want to be. Yes, I said want. All these people are so excited to greet you the first time they walk pass you in the morning. Some walk, some jog, some sprint. Some super fast, others take it really slow. I love seeing older couples walking together & observing all that is around them. So many different sounds, smells, and things to see. I would much rather walk outside than inside on a treadmill. A few days ago I even saw a little fox!
There is something to be said for being out in nature, smelling the fresh air & walking with the wind in your hair. It's one of life's little pleasures & I strongly encourage all of you to wake up tomorrow & watch the sun. Clear your mind & just be there. Taking small moments like this out of your crazy lifestyle is sure to be therapeutic & you will feel much, much better about your day.
-Ashlie.
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