Back to Basics

 Last week I started a walking routine again. Trying my best to stick to morning and late afternoon walks. 

This tall pine and a few pebbles help me track my number of laps on the circular drive in the morning. 

In the afternoon I follow a route that takes in the front and back yard areas.

I hope by being more active I will feel better.

Walking Route

starting point

The hardest part for me each morning is to just get started.

At the end of the driveway I make a right turn and walk to this cedar tree.

Turning at the cedar tree I walk along the east side of the yard.

A little past the light pole I turn right

for the stretch across the back

that leads to our garden patch.

Then the walk continues along the west side of the yard.

Turning at the cables, there's a small incline that brings me to the front of the yard.

A right turn and a few steps puts me near the driveway.

Following the circular drive

I come back to my starting place. Here I love to move a pebble on the timber to mark a completed lap.

That was probably a boring walk for you. Sometimes it is for me, too. The sky, trees, birds, and flowers help, but it's not the most picturesque route. I like that this walk can be done near my own home. I am trying to focus on the health benefits of a daily walk. To lose a few pounds would be cause for jubilation. Thanks for joining me on my exercise route...wish we could do it for real.

A Splendid Saturday

ten laps=three miles

front step location=statue favoritism

hollyhocks in background=future blooms

primroses and phlox = color surplus

a few plants=abundant beauty
Thanks, Mary

rocks and flowers=beautiful combo

This cool and balmy Saturday was delightful.

Hope your day was lovely, too!
Enjoy the rest of the weekend...Happy Mother's Day.