New Directions

I did a first for me this year. I planned and completed a five week trip to Scotland. It was the first overseas trip ever for me, and, although I did most of the planning, I did use AAA for some parts of it. It was a great experience that will take me quite a … Continue reading New Directions →

2023 Resolutions: Community

This is not the best picture that I have made, but it does represent people gathering and me being right there in the mix. Thus, a representation of me out in the community. Under the goal for community, I had interacting with others (which included outings with friends and volunteering) and ecology. Interacting with others: … Continue reading 2023 Resolutions: Community →

Goals: Jan 1-7

This week finds me ecstatic and hopeful. Without a specific plan, I have found that I have made small inroads on my NY goals. Health: Exercise. I completed 1/4 of the 1+ mile hikes that I wanted to do this month. I actually hiked 1.4 miles as I parked away from the trail entrance due … Continue reading Goals: Jan 1-7 →

Thoughts about resolution choices

Regarding travel, I can continue to find a dog sitter for Roxie and take weekend or week long trips in the surrounding states. But, what I really want to do is travel overseas. I have a few places in mind: Scotland/Ireland, Australia, Japan, Hawaii, and Alaska. And, I have decided that Scotland will be my … Continue reading Thoughts about resolution choices →

Hiking

This picture was taken on a hike I did last summer while attending my first ever trailer rally in Colorado. It was a brutal first hike. Mountainous at high elevation in the sun. Rocky. The leader was great and made sure I stayed with the group by hiking behind me. A member of the group … Continue reading Hiking →

Decisions/resolutions/goals

It is now 11 days into the New Year and time that I recorded my goals or resolutions for this year. Health: Exercise. I will walk at least 1 mile each week. I have joined a group called 52 Hikes a year. So far I haven't started this. How do I motivate myself? Perhaps I … Continue reading Decisions/resolutions/goals →