Day 4,216—Seeing the Sun—
I went into work late today because it is a PD day, which meant I got to see the sunrise this morning. I was on the trail close to my house when I noticed I could see the people on the exercise bicycles on the 3rd floor of a nearby gym. I wondered if they saw me running on this trail and if they enjoyed the scenery, or if it made them happy they were inside or wanted to be outside. I loved working out in a gym, but now every time I see one, I think about what they’re missing by being inside. I prepared myself that there might be a person spending the night in the pond area, and I was glad I did, because when I entered the clearing, I caught a glimpse of someone in a hoodie not too far from me. I left shortly afterward, but wondered how many other areas might be filled with people looking for somewhere to stay. With benefits decreasing, it is getting harder and harder for people to get by, but I enjoyed seeing the sun come up ...
