Hertz trail walk

Submerged log has a tree growing out of it

The Hertz trail along the southeast shore of Lake Whatcom has long been a favorite place to get around six miles on a very mellow, almost flat terrain. This morning the ladies met there for their walk, and I decided to go, since it's an out-and-back and I could go at my own pace and then turn around when I ran into the others on their return from the end of the trail. I knew it would be foolish for me to go the entire distance at their brisk pace, but it was a perfect way for me to see how I'm coming along.

Cindy, who had a knee replacement several months back, has been struggling to regain her usual pace, so she was happy to walk along with me, going slower than the others. It was a lovely walk, and I was pleased to feel only minor pain. I went out for a half an hour, then rested before returning. Cindy joined me, and although I have a bit more pain than I did upon awakening this morning, I was encouraged by how well I'm coming along. Slow and easy.

A nice view while resting

I'm feeling like maybe I can spend some time in the garden today, doing some much-needed weeding, and picking some veggies to snack on during the day. We've got some warm weather coming up for the next week, so I'm going to be getting any afternoon exercise indoors. Thinking about Thursday already, and pretty sure I won't be ready quite yet. It's coming soon, but maybe not that soon.
:-)