Walking back to Happiness

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Well. Welcome to this thread.

You may be surprised why it is here or happy it is here. Then again: ‘You have got to be joking! Do you know what is wrong with me?’ may be your response.

This all began on the Extreme Fatigue thread. On there several people wanted and needed inspiration/incentive to get out and walk. Many people see the benefits of it in their life and to help on this; mad journey, train ride, rollercoaster ride and other positively rude words journey called Breast Cancer.

It is not a thread created to make anyone feel less than they do at present. It is not a thread that will set people against one another. Being competitive with yourself or a simple challenge to yourself is the point, but not a race against others is a key premis.

The idea is that you can do any of these or none:

  1. Post when you have walked.
  2. Post how many minutes you walked for.
  3. Post how you felt before, during or after. Or not at all.
  4. Post pictures from your walk, but ones that do not point to where you live.
  5. Post inspirational quotes, thoughts or comments.
  6. A simple like of people’s efforts is fine. No need to write an essay unless you feel the need.
  7. On a safety note. Do tell friends, family or the thread when you leave and return safely. Be aware of your personal safety at all times.

 

Well here goes.

Either it will grow and blossom, with lots of lovely people benefiting. Or I will have egg all over my face – not for the first time in my chequered life and career.

Leolady – may be adding in the odd gallop to my walks.

PS if you don't like us don't be cruel.

  • I hope you're up and out with Pepper by now. I love seeing the bluebells.

    The worry can eat away at you, can't it - I hope you get some reassurance soon. In the meantime, enjoy the sunshine - it's just stopped raining here. There is a weak sun trying to peek out from between the clouds. I may hobble into the garden at lunchtime (I'm looking after my broken ankle at the moment!).

    Take care,

    Diane.

  • Morning all, I’ve had a slow start as very tired after two days of trains, buses and visiting. Need to recharge. So lucky with weather so far - caught in rain for walk back to caravan park yesterday but it saved the downpour for once I was inside. I’d say cozily inside but actually it was a bit chilly and I can’t figure out the heating! It was on when I arrived on Monday , I found it too hot so somehow got it off, and now can’t get it on again! Not really bothered as have warm clothes (and a hot water bottle). Bright sunshine today so will venture out shortly. 
    Sending hugs to those struggling today, and wanted to say  that every ache and pain around the time of my diagnosis, I was convinced meant it had already spread. Even now, after nearly 5 years, I can get myself in a lather about possible signs of spread or recurrence, but try to tell myself not to jump to any conclusions without evidence. 
    I hope you can get out with your lovely Pepper, I definitely feel better for getting out, even just for a short stroll. I am going to listen to myself now and get out! Will post photos later. Love to all, HFxx 

    HappyFeet1 xx
    Don’t be afraid to cry. It will free your mind of sorrowful thoughts. – Hopi
  • And yes I love that photo  ! Xx

    HappyFeet1 xx
    Don’t be afraid to cry. It will free your mind of sorrowful thoughts. – Hopi
  • And just quickly, here is one of the cheeky seagulls who clatter around on the roof! 

    HappyFeet1 xx
    Don’t be afraid to cry. It will free your mind of sorrowful thoughts. – Hopi
  • Just before we went out, Henry simply loves to sunbathe!


    hugs xxx

    Moomy

  • Sending hugs  xx

    Onwards and flatwards (don't do hills) and keep walking if you can!

  • I couldn't sleep last night, go through spells of this. Danced at the i360 today. 

  • Poor  and  ….

    I hope things can look up for you both.

     Ii think these thoughts go through everyone’s mind when they have cancer,but very often not true.I have had  investiagtions for further cancer every year since I had it in 2016,and never have.Althouh I was sure I had….It is such a natural thought.

    Xxx

    a lovely big shaggy dog I saw in town xx

  • Gorgeous dog  ! And I think you might like my first photo from my pre dinner walk, there’s a cave in the cliff if you look closely. Who or what lurks in there?! 
    Went out late morning and had a lovely walk along the coastal route south, then came back along the ramparts. Such a lovely coastline, wish I had longer to explore. Off to Edinburgh to see family tomorrow. Xx

    HappyFeet1 xx
    Don’t be afraid to cry. It will free your mind of sorrowful thoughts. – Hopi
  • Plus coastal heron….it was sitting out on the rocks near the sea, then flew towards the cliff where it was chased away by another heron! Tried to catch them both in flight but only managed one. Xx

    HappyFeet1 xx
    Don’t be afraid to cry. It will free your mind of sorrowful thoughts. – Hopi