Walking with Dog Daily: I Saw MY Shadow!

Feb 9

Today was one of those deceptive winter days—sun shining brightly, yet the cold breeze reminded me that Punxsutawney Phil had declared six more weeks of winter. But let's be honest, Phil, isn't it still winter until March 21st?

As I entered the grocery store, I caught sight of my shadow—standing tall, posture perfect. I couldn't help but smile, thinking, "Not bad for the 'WINTER' of my youth."

Later, while walking Sheila in the park down the street from my house, a gust of wind hit, and I noticed my shadow again. This time, I was slightly hunched, resembling someone older. It was more like my mom’s shadow, not mine. Startled, I straightened up immediately, determined to maintain that youthful silhouette.

**Walking with Dog Daily**

Shadows… a little **reminder to stand tall and face the breeze head-on with shoulders back and spirits high, celebrating the journey of life.**

This moment reminded me of a quote: "Wrinkles should merely indicate where smiles have been." – Mark Twain. Aging is inevitable, but how we carry ourselves is a choice. Embracing each day with grace and standing tall reflects our inner vitality.

It's funny how shadows can reflect not just our form but our perceptions of age. A little reminder to stand tall and face the breeze head-on with shoulders back and spirits high, celebrating the journey of life.

I have learned over the years that once you’re out of your 30’s that you have to don the ear flaps and the scarf. The gloves, you can pull your hands up into your sleeves. I have never gotten sick due to not wearing gloves. But not wearing either the ear flaps or the scarf, eh?