Mindful Miles

The quietest moments on our walks have always been my favourite—the cool air, the silence of a new season taking over, the mushrooms appearing where yellow flowers used to be. It’s when you feel truly present.

And then, just when you’re feeling at peace with the world, you find a spider so big that your daughters say it looks like a squid. And it’s not alone.The path ahead was a web-filled obstacle course, and our serene, reflective walk instantly turned into a high-stakes adventure. We didnt even wait to take pictures. Our mindful miles quickly turned into a fast-paced, very strategic retreat.

We didn’t learn a lesson about stillness today; we learned about agility, teamwork, and about the shared hysterical escape from a very determined eight-legged presence. We learned that sometimes, the most important part of being present is knowing when to make a very fast U-turn.

For me, the best part of the day was the shared, hysterical laughter. Today’s walk was a perfect reminder that life, just like a trail, is full of beautiful, unexpected turns—even the ones that send you running. 😊