a nice december walk, 12.31.24

i had breakfast a chick-fil-a this morning because i had so many rewards for breakfast items. afterwards, i dropped off the lexus at midas to get an oil change. instead of calling an uber or asking my parents for a ride, i decided to walk home instead. it was a beautiful day. high-40’s with the sun out. the walk itself is 1.3 miles, so maybe 20-30 minutes? i was in no rush whatsoever. when i came home, i took bagel to the park and we walked another 1.5 miles. i got the call around 2pm to pick up the car and i walked back another 1.3. i love walking, especially when you walk familiar places you’ve only drove through. it gives you a whole new perspective. it’s tough to explain, but i’ll try. have you ever gone to your neighbor’s house for whatever reason (returning mail, asking for milk, etc.) and looked at your house or the neighborhood from their perspective? it’s familiar, but it’s so different. that’s how it was today when i was walking to midas from my house. it kind of gives you a unique appreciation. though i don’t want to rush life, i’ve never been a fan of winter so lowkey i’m ready for spring.

i hope if you go out tonight you have an amazing time ringing in the new year and i pray you make it home safely.

-ratha, 6:00pm, 12.31.24