Muddy boots

by Lisa HarrisNo Comments
Finding strength I didn't know I had Fresh air and exercise is good for us, of course. Like many, I enjoy scenery and sunshine if possible. Health issues have made exercise more challenging in recent years and I'm trying my best to stick with it and make improvements. Aching I was aching, tired and looking at the rather steep incline ahead of me feeling increasingly despondent and dreading the struggle I knew it would be. I felt my pace slow and my steps become smaller. Somewhere within I was convincing myself this was good for my physical and mental health, reminding myself I'll be glad I've done this later. Really, all I wanted to do was stop and huff and puff a bit with my hands on my hips. Woe is me Suddenly as I was slipping into "woe is me" I realised I was actually slipping into the hillside, fast.With each step my feet were sinking quickly into a boggy mess that had been...
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The smallest gate in the world

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The smallest gate in the world?!A metaphor.This popped up in my photo memories, reminding me of a lovely day.What I see in it today is slightly different to what I did then.Today I'm pondering ...Even when there's a small gate, we can still pass through and there can be joy, adventures and happiness at the other side.Today it speaks to me of challenging times, and of the reminder many have trodden a path before us and many will come after. The way forward has been made easier by them, if we realise it or not.All, pass through. There's always a way We never really know what's beyond a tight squeeze in life, but I do know diamonds are formed under extreme pressure.And, there's always a way.Take a breath.Look for the small gate Look for the small gate...
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