A 2 Mile Hike

Yes, you read that correctly.  Friday I was able to do a 1/4 mile with the dogs.  Hubby has been busy teaching, and we have a new 1yr old, so walkies are a necessity.  So, my first solo dog walk in almost a year!  Saturday we did another 1/4 mile, and then I went with my mother-in-law to check out the craft stores.  It felt amazing to be able to just go whereever we wanted and not have to consider how far we'd walked, how far away the parking lot was, etc.  Just like a normal person!  I had a totally pain-free day Saturday.  Narry a twinge.  It was incredible.  Sunday I figured I better take it easy, but it was one of those amazing, you should bottle it kind of days with sun and blue skies, so carpe diem.  When Ben suggested a walk to the river, I said yes.  Two miles on trail, with hills and roots.  My legs were shaking like noodles by the time we got home, but it was such pure joy to be able to do this walk again.  I haven't been down to the river trails in two years and have really missed watching the different wildflowers bloom, and checking out the changing sandbars.  The dogs ran like they had firecrackers up their butts.  A very good day was had by all.  And, I could still walk on Monday.   Actually, my back and hips are more sore than the ankle.  I just want to call everyone in the phone book, whether I know them or not, and tell them what I can do!