We Are Blessed!

If you know me, you know that I am often out & about, running, walking, or letting my dogs take me for a stroll. On my walk last night, I was looking around & thinking about how lucky we are here in Siloam Springs to have such a vast system of safe trails and sidewalks. I walked more than 5 miles & never had to walk on the street. I know I could have easily gone more than twice that without having to worry about a thing.

Sometimes people think that they just can't exercise. They come up with all sorts of excuses. I know, because I do it too! But here in Siloam Springs, you don't need to join a gym, or buy fancy equipment, or arrange your life around exercise classes. We can just walk out of our doors, connect to a trail, and go!

The weather is getting cooler now, and I challenge you all to get outside & give it a try. If you don't know where the trails go, stop by the Parks & Recreation Building on Mt. Olive Street (by the creek) and get a map. I know you'll find lots of beautiful walks right here in your own town.

Now - get out there and EXPLORE!!

I'd love to hear from other walkers/runners out there. Tell me your stories. Did you see a deer? A groundhog? Find a street you didn't know about? Take a new look at an old building? There is almost always something new each time I go out, so I know it will be the same for you.

Also, if you are from Gentry, Gravette, Decatur, Jay, Talequah, Watts, Westville, or anywhere else in the area, let us know where YOUR good walking spots are. Maybe we'll make a visit to your town!!

Wishing you wellness,

Melanie