hikin'

i went with my friend for a hike the other day to a place called hidden falls. we hiked all over and never found the falls because they were hidden. actually they were pretty easy to find. it was a perfect day, mild and sunny, and the earth was still soft and damp from a storm that had rolled through last week. as we walked along the trail we heard the sound of water rushing by on our left. the birds are darting here and there as they prepare for nesting. some flowers are already blooming on the trees. everywhere it felt like spring is already here. and so now it is.

and since the weather has been so fantastic this week i've been walking to work as well. i heard someone ask the question the other day "is that within walking distance?" and i thought, everything is within walking distance. it's just about adjusting your expectations a bit. and hopefully i can keep it up and extend my time outside this spring and summer. and then, who knows, anybody up for a camping trip or two?