A Walk in the Park

I decided to walk at a local park Friday. Of course I didn’t follow the paved path but took a steep wooded offshoot leading to neighborhood housing overlooking not only woods but also a bubbling creek.

I would spend every possible minute on one the many
decks and patios each of these homes has...

Two things reminded me that it’s been a long time since I’ve visited North Park. For one, a major playground construction is well under way.

I decided not to post my boring photo of the construction;
this complex and weird agility course is completed...

More telling, though, was the fact I had to stop twice on the way back up these stairs and catch my breath. Plus I favored my creaky right knee so my left thigh muscles remain sore and weak. Oops. At least I have both legs. Phoenix is supposed to be home today and still suffers phantom pains, feeling his amputated leg despite attempted therapies, including using mirrors. I can only hope time brings him some relief.

This path did not pose a problem last time..

I just wish I’d taken my dragon kite. My body was too tired to drive back with it despite the ideal wind conditions.

I have never attended an event at this pavilion;
the hill under my feet would give any kite excellent lift...

When was the last time, if ever, you flew a kite? Do you think I’m silly for stashing it in my car for such future opportunities?

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