The forecasts have been crazy lately. Rainy, then cold and windy, then warm and dry. We can have all four seasons in just a few days. Today is pleasantly warm but cloudy, the same for most of tomorrow until late afternoon when the wind will shift to the north and the temperatures will drop over 20 degrees (Fahrenheit). The weekend is supposed to be much cooler but dry... the key word here is DRY! So that means Colorado Bend State Park on Sunday for a 4-5 mile hike. My daughter is joining me so it should be a fun adventuresome day. I have a new backpack (Ospry Cirrus 24 ltr.) that I will be trying out. It is larger and sturdier than the cheap day pack I have been using. I got it because I feel it about the largest I can comfortably carry when full. I will have to figure out how to make it work for my longer treks. It will only ever be a day pack and I will need to utilize a porter for the multiday adventures. I am just so excited to get back out on the trails this weekend. We are planning on doing several trails at the park including Gorman Falls. The falls should be flowing really well now since we have been getting regular rainfall.
My workouts have been holding steady. I have a few days that I was able to increase the stair-stepper workout substantially. This morning I didn't do so well as my allergies are taking a toll on my breathing. Yoga is going well and I have been able to be more meditative while doing it. So much of hiking challenging trails is mental attitude. I have been focusing on being present in the moment and not focusing on what lies ahead.
So here's to sunny skies and cool temperatures this weekend, and of course a successful hike!
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