To Be Alive
I just went for one of the most exhilarating walks I've had in a long time. Today was such a beautiful day and I was feeling pretty blissful after the April Fool's service and getting to be myself today that I just couldn't stay inside. I needed to get out, even if I was still all dressed up from fellowship.
While at times I may be annoyed that the Campton side of our road is unmaintained this winter, this time I was thrilled. There was no one on the road: no drivers, no snowmobilers, no hikers/walkers. It was just before sunset and I was able to enjoy the crisp air, walking down a road surrounded by nothing but national forest for miles and no sound but those of the birds, the running water and the snow crunching with each step I took into the wilderness. It was nice to just be out there alone, feeling happy and relaxed, taking in nature and for once just feeling truly alive.
While at times I may be annoyed that the Campton side of our road is unmaintained this winter, this time I was thrilled. There was no one on the road: no drivers, no snowmobilers, no hikers/walkers. It was just before sunset and I was able to enjoy the crisp air, walking down a road surrounded by nothing but national forest for miles and no sound but those of the birds, the running water and the snow crunching with each step I took into the wilderness. It was nice to just be out there alone, feeling happy and relaxed, taking in nature and for once just feeling truly alive.