spend more time outside

This is going nicely. At my current job, we take the kids out for an average of an hour and a half, on sunny days. It’s nice to be out in the fresh air and sunshine, especially when I’m getting paid for it! I’m not going to consider this accomplished quite yet, though. I still want to work on spending more time outside during my free time – during the day and on the weekends. I want to work on getting outside for at least a half hour every day on weekends (weather permitting) for one month, and then I’ll consider this goal done. =)

I have definitely been doing more of this lately. I found a beauiful park in downtown Columbus that you would never know was there. I go there about 3 times a week, spread out a blanket, and lay down to read, daydream, and people-watch. I’m also dating a man who loves being outside, which makes it easier for me to go out and do things – it’s always more fun with another person! Also, I’ve been trying to walk, rather than drive, a lot more lately, which not only helps me toward this goal, but will help me get in shape in the long run, too!

Although I’m certainly getting more “outside time” than I was before I put this on my list, I’m reluctant to cross it off. I’ll do that when I find myself spending more time outside than I do inside – which is still not the case. :)