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Bill's avatar

I love this post, Belle AND the video of talented, athletic, Bea AND the fact that the deck is still standing / functional after nearly 50 years in the NC weather.

(methinks y’all have pressure-washed it, recently)

:)

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Belle Boggs & Beatrice Allen's avatar

We did have it pressure washed, and it's held up great! Has also been a great platform for stargazing/moongazing through our new telescope this winter.

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Joy's avatar

What a great post and congrats on the running!!! I bet the cartwheel could still happen!

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Belle Boggs & Beatrice Allen's avatar

Oh, Bea has tried to teach me but I really think it's not gonna work.

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Anne Robinette's avatar

I, too, am running again but am only up to three miles without stopping. The hardest part for me is just getting out to do it. Once I am out I love it with really fast paced music to lift me up. As for your question about responsibility, I believe it is always those who hold the power. Too bad if it makes us feel guilty and uncomfortable. Those who are not in power have already had more than there share of feeling uncomfortable. My love to all.

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Belle Boggs & Beatrice Allen's avatar

Agreed 100%, Anne! Wish we lived closer! Planning to fit in a run this morning....

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Barbara Leckie's avatar

I love this. And in addition to its wise reflections it also makes me want to start running again :)

Thank you! Barbara

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Belle Boggs & Beatrice Allen's avatar

Thank you, Barbara!

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Sherri's avatar

Another great FTT post. Thank you for thoughtful reflections in our world and what we can do. ❤️

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Belle Boggs & Beatrice Allen's avatar

Thank you, Sherri! xo

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Paul Mikel Watts-Offret's avatar

I appreciate the inspiring, educational content you provide. Reading your substack is always a positive choice.

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Pat Hoppe's avatar

So great to see your sweet and beautiful face, Belle! And loved the cartwheel. I Am not athletic either! And So mad when I got a “C” in TENNIS‼️. But life goes on. Loved the post. I am determined to Walk for exercise. Just gotta set it as A responsibility to my body. I know I will love it. I walked 3-4 times a day 8 years ago when I had a dog. And I am writing a bit , too. Trying to understand my own spiritual history. So good to see you. I laugh out loud about all The books….. everywhere. My idea of heaven. Love to you all. Pat

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