Tuesday, February 2, 2021

To The Ducks


 Sunday the sun was shining.  I was feeling better than usual and decided that I needed fresh air and was going to attempt a walk with Buddy and Hubby.  Both times when I was in the hospital in December and January I visualized being able to someday walk again with my hubby and my dog.  It was something to hang on to when I felt at my absolute worst.  It came true on Sunday.  This is the first time I have left the house since January 8th when I got out of the hospital for my pneumonia.

The route from our house is a short walk, about 1 km return with several benches along the way.  I only needed to stop at a bench once.  Yes, I shuffled like a little old lady and when I got home I was done for the rest of the day - but it was worth it.  The ducks were out in large numbers, the day was beautiful and all three of us were happy to be able to walk together.  By the end of the day I had done 4000 steps, a miracle based on the week previous when many days I was lucky to hit 1000.

It's the little things that make us happiest in life - things when taken away turn out to be the most important.

18 comments:

  1. Now that's a victory isn't it! I'm so happy for you!

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  2. Not only a fabulous photo but absolutely brilliant news! Well done, you! What an achievement. xxx

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  3. Great job! There is nothing like fresh air and the company of loved ones.

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  4. So glad that you were able to get fresh air and enjoy the sunshine!

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  5. its so good to get out for a walk in the fresh air & that looks like a lovely spot. glad your feeling a little better :)

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  6. Fresh air does wonders for the spirit and one's health. So glad you were able to get out for a bit.

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  7. Sounds like the perfect way to spend part of your Sunday! So glad you were able to get some fresh air.

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  8. Good for you. Nothing, but nothing makes a person feel better than a good walk.

    God bless.

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  9. So happy for you. That sounds like the perfect way to get back outside.

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  10. You made a Victory lap!!! YES! Still remembering you in my morning prayers.....every single morning.

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  11. Wonderful! So glad you could enjoy it. One km is a lot of walking after your recovery!

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  12. Another blogger friend just mentioned this too, about the little things we used to take for granted becoming more treasured now. Good for you on getting out for your walk. What an accomplishment. I'm so happy for you!! Onward to better health!! ~Andrea xoxo

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  13. I'm so happy for you to get that visualization and drema met! So nice of the ducks to accommodate you. Hopefully as we get closer to spring, you'll get outside time even on days you don't feel up to walking.

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  14. congratulations. best wishes for a continued recovery

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  15. That walk may have worn your body out but it certainly stimulated your brain cells. Quite the accomplishment. Put a good star on the calendar.

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  16. It was good to hear you are doing so much better.

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  17. Glad you got to get out and get fresh air.

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  18. That's quite a party of ducks! So glad you were able to get out and see it. Best, Celie

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