Signs of Spring
The slow transition from winter to spring has begun.
The slow transition from winter to spring has begun. One of the early indicators is when Rocky lingers outside to lie in the grass, as he is doing in today’s photo. There are many other signs, from migrating birds to early blooms, and extreme weather changes from day to day.
We are past the worst of winter and I am happy to be spending more time outside now, whether with the dogs as they linger in the grass that is getting greener each day, or running on my favorite trail which has finally thawed free of winter’s grip.
Après Run
I’m back to regular runs and loving après run mode today.
Severe winter weather sidelined me for running in January and February, and I’m finally back to regular runs now. One of the things I missed is après run mode, when I’m infused with endorphins and have just a little bit extra adrenaline flowing. This spirit lifting, mood boosting feeling lasts for several hours after my run and brings a creative energy that helps me see things in a new way. I took this shot of myself today while still in après run mode and can see that energy in the photo.
Rainy Day Run
It was doable, so I did it.
After losing so much running time to ice covered trails this winter, I’m not about to let a little rain deter me from my daily run. Even when the rain suddenly turned to sleet upon my arrival at the trail head. Is this some kind of test? It was doable, so I did it and my après run experience was that much sweeter.
Happy Hour with Ringo
A great time for a walk, despite the rain.
A light rain didn’t deter Ringo and I from heading out for a happy hour walk at Willow Metropark. It’s a great time of day to squeeze one more fun activity in before the sun sets on the day. Of course, we took a few minutes for Ringo’s signature shot peeking out the back window of my 2007 FJ Cruiser.