Day 96: Noticing and Wandering

My daily walks do sometimes feel boring and repetitive, but I’ve adapted and found some extra benefits to them. Just by being outside I see things that I otherwise wouldn’t notice. I only noticed the pollen swirling in the puddles last week because I was out walking. During another walk, I saw a bird hunt an insect down and then fly away with its kill. I’ve found strange new plants growing in my yard and along the edges of the driveway. And there’s something to be said for letting your mind wander, as it will do when you’re walking and you don’t see anything that grabs your attention. So, between noticing and wandering, my brain seems to be getting good exercise, too.