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.

  • Former Member
    Former Member in reply to WhatHappened

    Morning

    Sorry about the being awake so middleofthenight - hope you got some.good sleep eventually. I think that the variation in how the hill goes is totally normal; my sporty friends say that running is like that: thw same challenge can feel totally different on different days. Apparently it can be related to water and sleep - ie whether you are hydrated or dehydrated from more cups of tea than glasses of water! 

    Meeting a friend for a walk and coffee today. No sun forecast up here for today but at least it doesnt look like it will be too cold. Good luck for a good day. Hope the hill is kind!

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    Former Member in reply to WhatHappened

    Now look what happened yesterday!!! Wooo hooo. So today take it easy . Tomorrow walk again.

    Today I’ll be sat in a car allllllllllllll day. Driving to Ayr with hubby and youngest daughter for 4-6 days. Brrrrrrr. Illl still be around just not as much. So hoping for a seaside blow the cobwebs walk and maybe even Arron.

    So bum shift time and see you all in Ayr

    Gentle hugs and positive thoughts

    Leolady56 - now how do you catch a haggis????????

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    Former Member in reply to Former Member

    Morning All.  

    No walks for me yesterday or today.  Travelled 80 miles to see my 92 year old Mum for a couple of days.  Staying over at my son and daughter in laws so the wonderful bonus of seeing them and my 1 year old Grandson who is a delight.  Then probably won't get much time on Friday as I have my pre op assessment.  But I may be able to fit something in.  So - big push at weekend needed.  

    Happy walking everyone else - no matter how long, how short, up hill, or downhill, in the country, through the town - all good.

  • ...what an absolute Star you are!!!!

    that has to be the post of the week.....for me

    Another little thing which helped me,was giving myself a little reward after so long.....it is tempting to think,”Oh,well,I won’t”but you should...and it makes it more fun ....xxx

  • My walk today was to the local shops for cold/flu supplies! Ah well.......

    hugs xxx

    Moomy

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    Former Member in reply to moomy

    Hello all - I remembered to take some photos today on the dog walk!  (The older one didn't want to come out very far today, so I took him home and came out again with the puppy for a longer one.)  

    Now got to do some vacuuming so I can put down some more anti-flea spray ... sigh .., then dentists to have a filling replaced.  Another fun day!

    love

    Betty xxx

  • Love your dog ! Have walked round a garden centre today and am off to pick up new bras so a bit of shop walking to come, think it’s up the steps and round the streets later for me again.... Weekend soon, more chance of a decent walk. I am hoping for some lovely Ayrshire photos, maybe Troon? And definitely Arran if you get there, and happy haggis hunting!! NNxx

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

    Oh no. Get Well Soon.

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    Former Member in reply to Former Member

    Betty!!!! I have the double of your dog at home.Is he a cavapoo? I will take a pic at some point.

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    Former Member in reply to Former Member

    Bolton Abbey via the route where you dont pay for parking. A lovely river.