When a good friend approached me 2 weeks ago to see if I wanted to join him for a 20 mile back country hiking weekend, I was excited. I realized quickly that I am not physically prepared for that type of exercise and need to get into shape if I plan to go with him this coming Spring.
So, to date I have managed to go for a quick 1 mile walk at least 3 times over the past week. I do it at 5:00 am right after I wake since it provides the most solitude for my walk. I have enjoyed learning a bit more about my neighborhood (in the dark) and today began the process of praying for my neighbors. Makes me wish someone had asked me to trek 20 miles in the mountains earlier. 
