Walking is the perfect way of moving if you want to see into the life of things. It is the one way of freedom. If you go to a place on anything but your own feet you are taken there too fast, and miss a thousand delicate joys that were waiting for you by the wayside. Elizabeth von Arnim

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Monday, September 23, 2024

A Rainy Walk

Arrived in town at 6:25 and stated walking.
60 degrees and rainy.  Glad to see the rain because we really need a good soaking.

Walked up and down the main road through town and some of the side streets.
Both cemeteries and the ball park were next and a little more around town.

Didn't see anyone else out in the rain.

It was a good day to try out my new raincoat.
Got it on the big side so in the colder weather it would fit over all my layers.
The raincoat is like the ones worn by the men who work near the road, nice and bright and can be seen!!!


This morning was no little drizzle but a good down pour.


What fun walking in the pouring rain.  
It just made me laugh to be out in it!!


Happy to say my new raincoat worked just great and kept me dry.  
My feet were another matter - they were soaked.
I need to get some waterproof shoes.
The Keen shoes that I wear make a waterproof hiking boot which I have to get.

Morning Walk Steps 12,927

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Baked some Snickerdoodle cookies this morning for a teen rally at church this coming Friday and Saturday.  

Found those Keen waterproof hiking boots on Amazon and bought them.
They should arrive on Saturday.

Worked on the cross stitch and had a bit of trouble on a rose. Made a mistake and had to take out some stitches.  All ended well though.

Couldn't wash the sheets and put them back on the bed today.
Rain, so couldn't hang them outside and they wouldn't dry in time in side without the heat on.
So just took a clean set out of the closet this week.  We'll miss the sheets smelling like outside this time.

Took this picture from the front porch on Friday I think it was but forgot to publish it so doing that now.


Happy Monday and thanks for stopping by.
HappyK🙂

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Some people feel the rain. 
Others just get wet.
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16 comments:

Tom said...

...I like the Bob Marley quote. We got much needed rain today!

Deb J. in Utah said...

Hi Karen. I enjoy rainy days. I love the picture from your front porch. You live in a lovely setting! So glad that Keene makes a good waterproof hiking boot for you to wear when you walk. Good footwear is so important. Have a good evening and I will see you tomorrow!

Lowcarb team member said...

That photograph from your porch is lovely.

All the best Jan

Debby said...

I've always appreciated Bob Marley, and I like his quote.
I'm so jealous of your rain. It all looks so lovely and cozy. The view off your porch is nice; no wonder you sit there in the afternoons.

Ginny Hartzler said...

Oh, you live in kind of a wooded area. Out in the country for sure. I love the raincoat!! Especially the color, as it can get dark when raining and now you will be seen!

Bill said...

Glad the new raincoat passed its test. :)

Rose said...

That view from your porch would be nice to have all the time..in all types of weather and seasons. I used to love to pick apples in the rain...

Linda said...

Love that you're willing to walk in the rain. We just had some rain and now cooler temps, hooray!

Granny Marigold said...

Good for you finding waterproof shoes. I don't mind walking in rain but I really don't like wet feet. I'm glad your raincoat kept the rest of you dry. Hopefully you'll have sunshine tomorrow.

Victor S E Moubarak said...

It's been raining for three days here. God bless.

Ann said...

I love your dedication to your walking routine no matter what the weather. The rain would have kept me at home inside.

eileeninmd said...

The raincoat looks great, it is good to have the waterproof shoes or hiking boots. Love the last shot from your porch! Take care, have a great day!

Kerri Farley said...

So glad the raincoat worked well! Looks like autumn is showing up in your area.

jack69 said...

Thanks for the smiles, just thinking of you in the rain!! Yes we too had the rain yesterday. Thank you for the comments on the Shipslog, we always enjoy them. We are proud to see the 12k plus steps. We no longer walk that far anymore. Love Ya.

Jeanette said...

Fun walking in the rain but yeah, wet feet do not feel good!

Prims By The Water said...

Your raincoat is the perfect color for walking. Glad itr also did its jib in the rain. Janice