Chapter 31: Femur

One year ago today, we put my dog down. She was 16 years old. She was the best dog and really my friend. Best friend. She was there when no one else was. When I cried, she sat by my side. While I played wall ball, I would have to make sure not to hit her as she ran around outside. She was always there. So many times we still yell "Femur!" in the house when we spill something.

What makes me really sad is that I couldn't be there the day she went away. I remember crying that day and tears come to my eyes as I think of her today.

I broke my Femur bone when I was four years old. The day I came home from the hospital, we got a dog. A Jack Russel Terrier and named her Femur after the bone I broke. I have a special connection to her and will always remember her as the best dog and best friend I ever had.

I love you Femur!

Chapter 30: Sunday Morning

I woke up around 6:30AM for one reason. Watch the sun rise. I got maybe three and a half hours of sleep, but walking along the Charles this morning was worth it. It was cold and I should have worn more layers, but I toughed it out.

There weren't a lot of people up this early, which made me really happy. I brought my camera in hopes of getting a really cool sunrise shot. While walking I realized that I wouldn't see the typical sunrise you see in Utah. I also didn't start early enough. Building were blocking the sun, but I still found beauty in the nature. I felt really happy.

I want to make a tradition of waking up early on Sundays and going for a walk. There was such peace and calmness in the air. Less traffic, less people, and more clearness.

I checked off one more thing on the Spring Break Task list. It is the end of Spring Break, but maybe that's why I had such a motivation to wake up and get this done. But, it taught me that I like waking up this early, and I like getting fresh air by going on a walk. Other days maybe I will wake up early and go for a run.

But for now. Sunday Mornings. Watch a sunrise. :)

Chapter 29: Adventure Day!

As promised I am going to tell you about my adventure day. My plan at first was to take the T (most likely the red line) and get off and on wherever and whenever. That's exactly what didn't happen. I knew I wanted to go to Fanheuil Hall and the Commons, but I ended up going in a different order than I thought. I hit those places first. Then I just kept walking from there.

I found myself seeing familiar places at first, but then.....I got lost. It was the best feeling in the world. I smiled and I enjoyed what was around me. I knew I would be able to find my way back, but I honestly had no clue where I was. So I kept walking around just to see what other treasures I could find.

I learned a lot and the goal of getting lost was accomplished. I also reached the goal of being able to follow my heart. I am the kind of girl who often sits back out of fear, or can't quite seem to figure out life. Today changed my mind. I cleared my mind and I enjoyed life. I wasn't worried about the future. I was focused on the now. Again, best feeling.

There was a time when I went past a free museum (the firefighter's museum, very small). I got the feeling that I should have gone in, I mean, it's free! Well guess what. I wasn't going to let myself make up an excuse. I went back and walked around. I even bought a shirt. Why? I am not really sure, but it just seemed like the right thing to do. I didn't mind that at all. Part of my adventure day was to listen and not be afraid to do anything. Take some chances, even if they aren't big. Little things can create big smiles.

The lesson (or one of the many) is to listen. I found this cone thingy and that's what it said. Guess what.....I listened! Pretty cool I must say. And that was a bit part of my adventure, so to find something that actually told me to listen, was pretty funny.

Another moment. I had a jam session outside. This was on my list of things to do over Spring Break. Luckily (and my friend also said I should bring it) I brought my harmonica (little toy one my sister gave me). I felt stupid when people were around, so I sat down, timed it right, and played. Yes I have a video. I laughed about that for awhile. Another great moment of my day.

There was so much more and I am really grateful I had today to go on an adventure alone and was able to truly get lost. I recommend and highly encourage everyone to take one day, just one day.....and GET LOST!

Oh.....and I even got a sunburn. Who would have thought that I would actually burn in New England. :)