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as seen on our walk

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saturday morning, instead of our usual four-mile run, tripp suggested that we take a walk instead.  and so with that being the case, i opted to bring my camera. because it is a beautiful time of year to live in tulsa.

our saturday walk took us through swan lake and woodward park.  a mini-adventure through the linnaeus garden and the arboretum.  spring is in full swing in my neck of the woods and it is a joy to behold.

i love running…well….no…let me rephrase that.  i love how i feel after running.  i love the clearheaded feeling that i get from running.  but there is something about walking. something about the slower pace and presence of mind that is equally exhilarating.

i also love that while walking, i can carry on a meaningful conversation.  because when i run, i’m usually zoned out – even with tripp it’s still a solitary activity.  but walking is companionship and connection.  holding hands and a laugh and a smile.

thank you saturday.

 

 

 

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  1. jennifer matthews-jameson says

    April 13, 2015 at 5:38 pm

    just beautiful !!!

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    • kelly says

      April 13, 2015 at 7:42 pm

      thanks jennifer!!

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  2. susan says

    April 13, 2015 at 5:57 pm

    Seems you are having a most beautiful spring, gorgeous images. And I agree with your thoughts on running/walking.

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    • kelly says

      April 13, 2015 at 7:43 pm

      susan we are!! seems the past few years have been so dry or we’ve had a horrible cold snap right when everything is coming out. just trying to soak it all up!

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  3. Dotti says

    April 13, 2015 at 6:21 pm

    So much spring! Ours is coming but yours is ahead. And such a beautiful place to walk!

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    • kelly says

      April 13, 2015 at 7:43 pm

      i hope your spring is as wonderful as ours has been!

      Reply
  4. carol says

    April 13, 2015 at 6:55 pm

    How nice. -and i havent been here in a while -I love your banner!

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    • kelly says

      April 13, 2015 at 7:43 pm

      thank you so much my friend. i always love when you come to visit. xo

      Reply
  5. Carrie says

    April 13, 2015 at 7:59 pm

    Love this!

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  6. Karen Olson says

    April 14, 2015 at 5:42 am

    Thanks for sharing your Saturday with us Kelly. I love the dreamy quality in each of your images. Just a bit of diffused light. So lovely.

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