Travel
I'm feeling much better today, and I think I just ate something that didn't agree with me. Or maybe it was something else, but I'm not interested in finding out what it was!
I got new insoles for my walking shoes today, as I'm going to begin walking regularly. My son, Steve, reminded me that I used to do 10km Volksmarches frequently (I think they sometimes refer to it in the U.S. as a Volkswalk, but it is an international thing.). They are usually 10km (6.2 miles), although sometimes there is a shortcut to the route that allows you to walk 5 or 6 km.
Tomorrow morning I am going to join a group that is walking at 9:15am, and I hope I can do the entire 10km. It will certainly tire me out, but that's okay. There is a 6 km route so I can bail out early if I need to. I'm interested in meeting other walkers as well.
I got started on these walks when I lived in Sacramento in the 1980's, and then continued them when I moved to Northern Virginia. The routes are usually marked with colored tape so you don't get lost or confused. Some folks just do the walk while others keep track on a card. I always kept track but when I reduced my possessions and moved into an RV I think my Volksmarch book and medallions got tossed out. It's too bad because I had lots of miles racked up. I remember driving to Folsom, Vaccaville, Fresno, and other towns in CA to take part in walks there, and it's a good way to see new locales.
I think I deserve at least a short nap today. Or I could go outside and sweep leaves on the driveway. The nap wins! By the way, thanks to everyone who commiserated with me when I was feeling bad yesterday. Ya can't keep a good gypsy down for long though.
- Still Laying Low
Just checking in to say not much has changed for me. I'm feeling better and would probably do well to get some exercise. I think maybe I'll go walking at Mather Field tomorrow and see how far I can walk. Walking from the house...
- Another Do-nothing Day
It was cold when I woke up this morning - 39 degrees - time to get out my Lasko heater. Once I am moving around I won't need the heater as we are looking at a high of 74 today. Other than a quick trip to the grocery and to the doctor, I haven't...
- Just Sitting Around On Saturday
I woke up about 4 a.m. and got my binoculars to look out the window to see the stars. Without turning on the light I picked up a notebook and pencil and drew circles from left to right to represent the bright stars I saw - when I looked at the drawing...
- Back On The Trail
I parked my car at a lot a few miles further along the trail and walked about 2-1/2 miles, which is 5 miles round trip. My legs are hurting, and I can't understand why they should since I walk a lot to begin with. The sun was...
- Get A Move On!
That's what I keep telling myself. I plan to leave in about 10-12 days from now, and will just get there the easiest way possible, hopefully not over I-80. I had vowed I would never again drive through Bakersfield or Barstow, but I may...
Travel
Back on Track
I'm feeling much better today, and I think I just ate something that didn't agree with me. Or maybe it was something else, but I'm not interested in finding out what it was!
I got new insoles for my walking shoes today, as I'm going to begin walking regularly. My son, Steve, reminded me that I used to do 10km Volksmarches frequently (I think they sometimes refer to it in the U.S. as a Volkswalk, but it is an international thing.). They are usually 10km (6.2 miles), although sometimes there is a shortcut to the route that allows you to walk 5 or 6 km.
Tomorrow morning I am going to join a group that is walking at 9:15am, and I hope I can do the entire 10km. It will certainly tire me out, but that's okay. There is a 6 km route so I can bail out early if I need to. I'm interested in meeting other walkers as well.
I got started on these walks when I lived in Sacramento in the 1980's, and then continued them when I moved to Northern Virginia. The routes are usually marked with colored tape so you don't get lost or confused. Some folks just do the walk while others keep track on a card. I always kept track but when I reduced my possessions and moved into an RV I think my Volksmarch book and medallions got tossed out. It's too bad because I had lots of miles racked up. I remember driving to Folsom, Vaccaville, Fresno, and other towns in CA to take part in walks there, and it's a good way to see new locales.
I think I deserve at least a short nap today. Or I could go outside and sweep leaves on the driveway. The nap wins! By the way, thanks to everyone who commiserated with me when I was feeling bad yesterday. Ya can't keep a good gypsy down for long though.
- Still Laying Low
Just checking in to say not much has changed for me. I'm feeling better and would probably do well to get some exercise. I think maybe I'll go walking at Mather Field tomorrow and see how far I can walk. Walking from the house...
- Another Do-nothing Day
It was cold when I woke up this morning - 39 degrees - time to get out my Lasko heater. Once I am moving around I won't need the heater as we are looking at a high of 74 today. Other than a quick trip to the grocery and to the doctor, I haven't...
- Just Sitting Around On Saturday
I woke up about 4 a.m. and got my binoculars to look out the window to see the stars. Without turning on the light I picked up a notebook and pencil and drew circles from left to right to represent the bright stars I saw - when I looked at the drawing...
- Back On The Trail
I parked my car at a lot a few miles further along the trail and walked about 2-1/2 miles, which is 5 miles round trip. My legs are hurting, and I can't understand why they should since I walk a lot to begin with. The sun was...
- Get A Move On!
That's what I keep telling myself. I plan to leave in about 10-12 days from now, and will just get there the easiest way possible, hopefully not over I-80. I had vowed I would never again drive through Bakersfield or Barstow, but I may...