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.

  • Safe journey  . Lovely photos from your trip xxx 

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

    ive just read Leolady56 bio, and her first diagnosis was similar to me DCIS but I wasn’t offered anything else. 3 yrs later my bc had spread. It was 21 yrs ago…

    im wondering how you are  

    jay

  • Hi all!

    I'm fairly new to this forum having been diagnosed with bc in December. I'm 12 days post-op (lumpectomy and lymph nodes removal) and due to start radiotherapy in about 6 weeks' time. I've always loved walking and being outdoors and have been trying to get a wee walk every day since 3 days after my op. Definitely helps me feel better. Going with my partner and dog for now but eventually hope to get out on my own again once I'm further along my recovery journey. 

  • Hi  , I’m with you on the daily walks. I didn’t feel ready to take my dog out alone for a while after my op as she can lunge if she sees a cat, but did make sure I got out every day. Walking became my sanity saver, especially during radiotherapy when I was often walking in the dark! Just good to get out. 
    No photos today but did a lovely Nordic walk this afternoon through woods and fields. Drizzly weather but good company! Love to all, HFxx 

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

    I’ve done a couple of walks today. It’s a bit milder than yesterday prob because less windy. 

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    “ The only constant thing in life is change “

  • Hope  is doing well. 

    “ The only constant thing in life is change “

  • Lovely sunny today, though cold! Walked with friend by river and field, then cafe for coffee and toast. Also short dog walk then Tai Chi…. Clocked up 5 miles. Chilling now on the sofa! Love to all, HFxx 

    HappyFeet1 xx
    Don’t be afraid to cry. It will free your mind of sorrowful thoughts. – Hopi
  • Here are my last photos from our trip. We weren't walking....1500km was a bit far for a walk.....but we drove through these amazing Spanish mountains as we approached the Pyrenees 

    We had stopped a night in Salamanca. We did walk there and uphill. The buildings and the atmosphere were amazing.

    Now we are home. I have spent two days doing laundry. Does the walk to the washing line count?

    Take care all.

    1. I
  • Great photos! Haha yes all walking counts, definitely the walk to the washing line and the weights training, heaving it all on to the line! Xx

    HappyFeet1 xx
    Don’t be afraid to cry. It will free your mind of sorrowful thoughts. – Hopi
  • Lovely photos   All walking counts. I’ve not done much today but have put washing out  and the bin. Maybe I should use the Wiifit Thinking

    “ The only constant thing in life is change “