Hiking Chat

I had a super hike yesterday. The weather was picture perfect with pretty views of the lake. Five people dropped at the last minute (probably forgot it was Valentine's Day). Just 3 of us -- 2 doctors and me. It made for excellent conversation. Particularly interesting because the hike leader is liberal, the other person wasn't -- both smart (or so it seems). 8.5 miles, fast, with moderate elevation climbs -- gets me closer to the bigger hikes.

I had to get a parking pass at the ranger station and found a LFL -- this book made me laugh. I also found the most adorable ranger vest for my grandson for next year.

I expect the hike this morning is rained out. Not deciding until 7am -- why wait?? It's a little annoying, but I only have a 15 minute drive. It's the closest hike to where I live now. The SAME hike opened for Monday, but I was hiking during registration and am now on the waitlist. It's a small group and he has plenty of room for more -- I hope I get added. If not, I'll hike myself or take my dog for a run. Not a huge deal, but I'd like to go with the group. The last 6 months, this hike became popular with leaders -- just ahead of moving lol.

I set an alarm for a really special hike next weekend. Glad I did. I registered the SECOND it opened and by the time I filled out my information, it was full with a double-the-size waitlist. I was very lucky to get a spot. It'll be amazing and challenging and fun (pretty please no rain-out).

We're babysitting this evening and I couldn't be happier. So much fun to have the baby without parents lol. He's at that stage where he wants to be with mom and dad (of course) but when they're out of sight, he's so happy to play and snuggle with us (fingers crossed).

My jaw is still a mess. It hurts to chew and I can't open it all the way. Geez. 

I've been practicing wearing heals for the wedding and I think I had a breakthrough yesterday. Perhaps my clunky walking is because I'm keeping my stance wide. I did a little closer to a model walk with my foot landing like I'm walking a plank and it felt so much easier. Wasn't as awkward either. Did I forgot this or did I never know it?!?! I'll try it again today.

I've been on a struggle bus with reading. DNF another book because it was upsetting. I can't seem to read anything that is even vaguely problematic. I decided that I'll shelf all those kinds of reads for now and stick with warm and fuzzy or fun suspense. It's what I can enjoy right now. I got a few from the library and I'll start there. Leaning in to what I need.

Hope you have a good weekend. Later gators.