this morning i walked to work. in fact, every morning for the past week and a half, i have walked to work. every afternoon, for that matter, i have also walked home.
it's refreshing, grounding, and it helps to clear my mind. a form of meditation for lack of a better word.
sometimes i listen to my ipod. sometimes (on the trip home) i call numbers i've been neglecting to dial and listen to the person on the other end blab about trials and errors. sometimes i just listen to my thoughts. it's an amazing way to start the day, and just as fabulous a way to end it.
it motivates me to get out of bed earlier and ensures i'm awake and in a good mood by the time i reach the office.
the cherry blossoms are out this time of year and strathcona makes for beautiful scenery. i walk along the bike route which is, conveniently, on my street and is mostly residential so there is very little, if any, traffic and so it makes the 4.3 km walk peaceful. it's a breeze. i walk quickly and swiftly and before you know it, i've turned the google maps proclaimed 53 minute walk into a half hour stroll.
i've decided to conduct an experiment this month and not buy a bus pass. i'm going to try and walk to and from work every day in may. if it's raining, i'll wear my boots and carry a back pack. if it's sunny, i'll bring my flip fops. i'll be prepared for whatever mother nature might throw my way.
the only downer along the route which i have chosen is walking over the viaduct. it's a harsh snap back to the reality that i'm in the city and on my way to work. a bit of a brutal way to end my journey but the way i feel for the rest of the day makes it all worth it.
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