As our staycation comes to a close, Rich and I headed out early this morning for a #SummerOfRich adventure. The girls were both working from home today, so they were able to keep a watchful eye on Maggie while we escaped for a few hours.
One of the things I love most about our #SummerOfRich adventures is discovering new towns and becoming tourists in our own beautiful province. Today’s adventure certainly didn’t disappoint.
It’s been a hard week on so many levels, filled with heartbreak but also sprinkled with micro-moments of joy. Watching Maggie’s decline has been incredibly difficult. My birthday brought a mix of emotions. And one of my oldest and dearest friends lost her beloved father, one of the kindest, gentlest, most generous people I’ve ever known. He embodied what it truly means to be a dad… the kind of dad I’ve always wished I had.
Today was exactly what I needed.
I needed to get out of my head. My anxiety has been loud. My feelings have been even louder.
We wandered through a tranquil garden, climbed a tower (despite my fear of heights!), and were rewarded with breathtaking views that made every step worthwhile. Then we found ourselves on a rugged lakeside trail (called Rugged Trail!), scrambling for 4 kms over rocks and boulders along the shoreline. It reminded us so much of one of our favourite hikes in Tobermory last spring.
Along the way we met so many happy dogs, splashing in the water, chasing sticks, and joyfully hopping from rock to rock. We couldn’t help but smile and imagine bringing Sadie back when she’s a little older. I know she’ll absolutely love it.
Sometimes healing doesn’t come from finding answers. Sometimes it comes from fresh air, quiet trails, holding the hand of the person you love, and remembering that even in the hardest weeks, beauty still finds a way to meet you.
Today continued to remind me that it’s okay to carry both grief and gratitude at the same time. And for today, that was more than enough. ❤️
Shabbat Shalom
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