This morning I dropped Jackson off at Zilker Park at 7:00 AM for the first day of his new job. I drove the quarter mile or so to the big parking lot where Banks and I sometimes start at the two-mile walk. The morning was overcast and cool. In contrast to the last few walks, when I’ve checked my phone every 10 minutes or so, a mile passed before I knew it. Then the second, then on to Barton Springs, where Banks really recharges his batteries. I can’t say it was a joyful walk, but the energy from the dogs, the walkers, the runners and the rowers lifted me out of my torpor. I also renewed my commitment to get back to a more varied and healthy diet. Macaroni and cheese, a biscuit AND cornbread? For a mid-afternoon meal? Please.
I’ll be flying to Atlanta on Saturday for Allison’s wedding, and it couldn’t come at a more opportune time. Instead of planning a very early, pre-flight walk, just to get it out of the way, I’m researching parks and interesting walks around the city for Saturday, Sunday and Monday. I’d say a change would do me good.
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