A Short Walk Out

Dear Liza,

You knew I couldn’t stay inside forever, didn’t you? Yesterday, after a long and lazy morning in the couch, I got inspired. I had some energy and spunk. Grandpa Nelson was heading for Zack’s Hot Dog Shack. Would he walk me around the block before he headed off?

Since it was 48F out, I bundled up. Long underwear, jeans, sweater, scarf, wooly hat. Getting dressed nearly wore me out, to be honest, but I was determined to breathe some fresh air.

And we did a lovely, well paced turn. I saw new For Sale signs, beautifully bright leaves, and even a few fellow pedestrians. I felt extremely grateful to be up and out.

When we had checked the mail and gotten back to the house, Grandpa Nelson made sure I was okay and then continued on his way to lunch. I used the last of my energy to wrap a few presents, and got right back into my pajamas, and into bed.

It was a great first effort, but we shouldn’t be foolish, right?

Ready for a good snuggly rest until dinner.

Love,

Grandma Judy