I snapped a selfie and thought I looked cute. I got home and put my glasses on.
I am in St Croix, New Brunswick for a family emergency. I had been crying. I quickly removed the picture from my Strava feed.
The next day, another brisk walk up the road, along the dyke to the beach then down the road to the river boat launch.
My lower back appreciated the 30 minute walk. I’ve not got one in every day this week but I tried.
Walking didn’t solve all my problems but it helped my body and my mental health.
It reminded me of the image of an eagle popular during the pandemic about taking stupid walks for our stupid mental health.
I was thankful that walking is something I can do anywhere and it definitely helped me feel better. More resilient.
I decided each day I’d look for beautiful moments. Tamaracks turning gold then orange. The rare flowers still blooming.
The emergency was managed and we are plotting paths back to a new normal. I’m sure it will involve walking.
