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Across the Fence:  Take a hike!  |
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Linder
True Blue Farmgirl
592 Posts
Linda
Lake Forest
IL
USA
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 Posted - May 20 2009 : 05:19:51 AM
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Good Morning All,
Life has been extremely challenging lately and I have to admit to falling into a depression the likes of which I have not seen in quite some time. sigh.
I have to remember that God does not give me more than I can handle and that when my plate is full, it's ok to sit back and digest for a while.
I pulled myself out of bed this morning and MADE myself go outside and walk. It is GORGEOUS!
The sky is blue and the birds are singing, the flowers are fragrant and all the trees are lush and green.
I looked up at the sky and thanked God as many times as I could think of it.
Guess what? Nothing has changed but something has shifted. I took care of my insides and I feel SO much lighter. I even jogged for about a 1/4 mile.
When all else fails, go take a hike. Breathe in and breathe out and look up instead of down.
I feel better.
Have a lovely, lovely day!
"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom"
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Miss Bee Haven
True Blue Farmgirl
4331 Posts
Janice
Louisville/Irvington
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - May 20 2009 : 06:19:12 AM
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Good for you, Linda. I feel the same way about walking. It clears my head and gives me more energy.
Farmgirl Sister #50
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?"
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - May 20 2009 : 06:21:30 AM
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Yep, Linda, it always works for me, too. I am having a trying day myself...at lunch (when they let me out of this office!!!) I will take one, too...
Musings from our family in the Bluegrass http://sweetvioletmae.blogspot.com/ |
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miss wilma
True Blue Farmgirl
3410 Posts
Wilma
Knob Lick
Ky
USA
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grace gerber
True Blue Farmgirl
2804 Posts
grace
larkspur
colorado
USA
2804 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2009 : 06:57:46 AM
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I with you Linda - when the world seems to really be too much I put myself outside. Breath deep, listen to the wonderful sounds of the farm and country life. Then I walk on out to the animals. Chickens give me such purpose. They scratch around looking for the littlest of things that will fill them up - always with a mission. Then my goat kids playing in the pasture with not a care in the world. They know that everything is provided, they are loved for who they are and never worry if they are enough. Last are my Great Pry Dogs - unconditional love.... They watch over me and my four legged friends, thru the worst of weather and the biggest of prediators and in turn they are always ready to lend an ear...
I wish you all the best to everyone who read this and remember when you are outside you are that much closer to God.
Grace Gerber
Larkspur Funny Farm and Fiber Art Studio
Where the spirits are high and the fiber is deep
http://www.larkspurfunnyfarm.etsy.com
http://larkspurfunnyfarm.blogspot.com
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
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Posted - May 20 2009 : 07:09:22 AM
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I agree totally. Getting out and absorbing the wonderful things around you will definitely chase away the blues.
Karin
Farmgirl Sister
# 18 :)
www.perfectlittlemiracle.blogspot.com
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
4828 Posts
Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
4828 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2009 : 12:32:50 PM
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Linda, I hope things continue to improve now for you. Try to get to CBG for a relaxing walk. It was beautiful there over the weekend. I hope your inner peace will continue to grow.
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Linder
True Blue Farmgirl
592 Posts
Linda
Lake Forest
IL
USA
592 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2009 : 4:58:19 PM
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Thank you all for your wonderful uplifting comments. I guess being a farmgirl at heart we understand how vital it is to be outside. There's nothing quite like getting your hands in the dirt or wiggling your toes in dewey grass. Well except when slugs are present and then it's not so much fun! LOL
"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom"
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Diane B Carter
True Blue Farmgirl
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Diane
Blasdell
N.Y.
USA
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Posted - May 20 2009 : 5:42:01 PM
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When in doupt take a walk and thank God that you can...You deserve to be happy..Don't ever forget that..Smiles
Hope all your days are Sunnydays.
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kmbrown
True Blue Farmgirl
459 Posts
Misty
Waynesboro
Pennsylvania
USA
459 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2009 : 6:12:49 PM
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| I'm sorry to here you are going through a rough time right now. Nothing like a gorgeous day only God could make to help cheer you up huh. I hope this is the beginning to some brighter days for you. |
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NikkiBeaumont
True Blue Farmgirl
473 Posts
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Posted - May 21 2009 : 05:30:06 AM
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Isn't it funny, Linda, that when you went out and took a hike, it was like telling your depression to "take a hike"?!
Yep, God's creation is made for us to enjoy. I'm always thankful for what He has created but I don't get out and soak in it as much as I would like to. Thanks for the reminder of the healing properties of nature!
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
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Posted - May 21 2009 : 07:07:56 AM
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I glad that you are feeling better Linda. It's times when we are down that are most crucial to do things like make ourselves go outside to bask in God's creation and be reassured that He cares for us and loves us.
~Sharon
By His Grace, For His Glory
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Take a hike!
