If there is one important lesson the Coronavirus Pandemic has taught me is that I need to make the most of life everyday because “One day we’re here, one day we’re not.”
Hiking for the first time since Stay-at-Home, I was huffing and puffing out of shape. I was tempted to cut short the 5 mile hike, but I kept on going reminding myself, “If I survived the Pandemic and the Lockdown, I can survive anything.”
Live to the fullest but never forget the lessons of the past.
This Man's Journey 
Love the swing!
And the message 💕
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The swing was the inspiration behind a reflection on life . Thanks.
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Around here where I live we have a bunch of hidden swings a local artist likes to change, and sometimes move, every once in a while. I love finding them. They’re usually hidden somewhere in nature. Your picture reminded me of them.
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Most public chairs , benches , tables , swings had been Mark with a yellow tape “ Caution” because of COVID19. Swings were also raised up so no one can use them. This hiking trail left it as it is, perhaps just to remind hikers not everything has changed . It was nice.
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Life is worth living every single minute. My husband and I started taking long walks every day in the afternoon and feel god about it. And all this change in our habits …caused by the terrible COVID-19 which does not want to go away…
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We can find happiness doing what we love even if COVID is still around . Just need more creativity and simplicity. Wife & I into plants lately our place looks like a garden now. It does make us happier & more relax so we do it. With Summer we’re discovering beaches least visited by people. It’s actually much safer than being inside stores & public buildings. Yesterday we went to Big Sur on a Wednesday . No traffic. No crowd. It was perfect. Thanks . Have a great Summer.
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Thank you! You enjoy your summer and stay healthy!
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Will do. Thanks.
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Life is too short to spend all of it working. Retirement is the best promotion I ever worked for. I hear you about being a bit out of shape after the lockdown. We were surprised on our mountain hies though. Hiking up at 7,500 feet did not feel all that bad considering home is only at 2250 feet. Keep on hiking, I say. Allan
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I was gasping yesterday trying to catch up with my son playing beach football .
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Great Post. 🙂👍
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Thank you. Brevity of Life has never been more transparent with the events happening around us.
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Information is not knowledge
Experience is knowledge
Albert Einstein
Your life is up to you!
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True and wise . Thanks 🙏
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That is so true, great reminder
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The lockdown and pandemic made many of us appreciate even more life & everyone we hold dear. Thanks
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I agree 100%! We already took a short trip and it was so energizing. I’m ready for another one!
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Outdoor hiking is very invigorating. After months of lockdown, we deserve some exercise close to nature. Planning to hike more next week, with mask of course. Thanks.
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Another good post. You and I seem to be running on similar tracks. 🙂
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We wake up one day realizing we’re tired of pleasing people and the world. Time to take care of ourselves & salvage whatever joy is left. Our lives matter! Thanks . I appreciate the feedback 🙏
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Great attitude. And that swing and view look so terrifying!!! But I can also imagine the full on adrenaline rush and joy! 🙂
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It was scary but I’m glad I did. There are moments we can’t go back and sometimes we just have to take a swing with faith and adventure. Thanks. Stay safe.
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Gently emerging into society here. It was Portugal Day yesterday, and the beaches were pretty busy. Decently spaced in the fresh air. 🙂 This evening we ate out with a friend. The restaurants are so happy to see us. And we walk off the calories 🙂 🙂
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It feels good to start enjoying the outdoors again. We haven’t dine out yet, but we’d been buying food to go and take it to our fav beach. Take care my friend . Thanks.
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Good for you sticking with it. Usually, If I finish, I feel better than if I quit early.
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Started counting calories today too. Now that gym is out of the picture for this year , need to go back to basics. Thanks.
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I started counting calories a few weeks ago. It works. Gyms are reopening here but I’d prefer to keep my distance.
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Will be doing the same. Thanks
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