I have been walking to heal my cervical spine and often find the most relaxing time is right after 5am, the sun is just coming up, the birds are beginning to waken, my family is still asleep and there are hardly any cars on the road. I can take my time or move fast, depending on how the sound of the river is influencing me. I can listen to a podcast on how my nutrition is healing me, or I can listen to the sound of the river and birds and do a walking meditation.
I have thoroughly enjoyed my walks and this morning I had the pleasure of meeting this little orange fellow who was enjoying his walk too…
Note his legs seem like they are in motion, but he was absolutely still. He truly seemed to be suspended mid step. I had already taken over 6,000 steps before I spotted him, so I was glad for the chance to stop and take a peek.
As I came upon him, he was already still, apparently in mid step. Perhaps my jostling of the ground behind him had him spooked and he decided that if he was as still as could be then I wouldn’t see him. His bright orange body made me pause, crouch down and take his photo, whether he wanted me to or not!
I left him in peace, saying goodbye to the little salamander and continued on my way. My back and nexk were feeling good and I was happy that i had spent time outside before the rains come. Again.