Almost all of us, in one way or another, have surely been stressed as a result of the COVID-19…read morecrisis. To further complicate matters, many things we normally look to, to relieve stress, may not be available currently. Back when days were better, if troubled times came, I'd hit the gym for some intense cardio. Time spent on cardio equipment often doubles as a time of prayer for me... I'd leave the place refreshed and a bit refocused - win-win. But as everybody knows, the gym's not been an option recently. That's where South Bon View Park comes in.
Not wanting to give up on fitness entirely, I took up walking. As some consolation, and perhaps a blessing in disguise, I've realized some obvious advantages to this. Granted, the workout's not as intense, but on the other hand, a gym can't compare with time spent amidst plants and trees, or views of the sunset, or of the moon and planets at twilight in the park. I've lived within minutes of this park for over 20 years. I hate to admit that only recently have I really discovered it.
A rather average park, yet priceless. With open green areas and pleasant landscaping. A nice place to exercise, picnic, barbecue, watch the sunset, or pray and meditate. May I learn in this experience, to always remember the blessing that a simple neighborhood park represents. To not so easily overlook the beauty that is right in front of me.
