Fall vacation is finally here and I couldn’t be more pleased. Exhaustion had set in so I’m relieved for some R&R at home and for some adventure days out in the world.

It’s a fine line to walk. I’m tired on most average days but life is more than sleep and work. The thing that brings me the most joy is something that many would consider an afterthought or altogether unnecessary. 

Going out to explore the forests, the back roads, cities, museums, bookstores and all the other fascinating places that make this world amazing is the thing that brings me the most joy. 

It’s the thing that infuses me with enough energy and enthusiasm to face another day. 

The above picture is from Pittsburgh. There’s a walking trail that my friend introduced me to partly because she wanted me to see this place. It’s private property and is the site of a fabulous collection of vintage signs and assorted fun stuff. It looks like the guy who owns it ran out of garage space and his wife told him to move it somewhere out of her way. .

It’s a fun surprise and a feast for the eyes. It’s the kind of thing that sparks excitement in my heart and spirit. 

I hope there’s something in your life that brings you such joy. If so, go embrace it! Even if no one else understands.