Yesterday, Tara suggested we go kayaking after work. It was one of those perfect spring days: not too hot, not too cold, and not too humid.
There were mosquitoes, but there are always mosquitoes this time of year.
So, we loaded up the kayaks Thursday evening and headed to Lake Koshkonong. It’s been almost a year since I’ve kayaked (been a little busy moving and whatnot), and this was the first time my kayak graced Wisconsin water.
It was exactly what I needed.
There was a stiff breeze so the water was choppy, and smoke from the wildfires in Alberta coated the sky in haze, the filtered light of the sun sparkling on the water. None of that mattered. Despite the arm workout, it’s an incredibly relaxing activity, paddling through the water. Mentally soothing, if you will.
I typically never do things like this on a weeknight. After work, I’m spent. All I want to do is kick back in my recliner and get lost in some mindless TV show. But sometimes, stepping outside of your comfort zone has its rewards.
Like being on a podcast, for instance.
A couple of weeks ago, two of my blogging buddies reached out to ask if I’d like to be a guest on their podcast, The Heart of the Matter. They wanted to talk about optimism, manifesting, and No Time for Kings. Hey, three of my favorite subjects! They emailed me on Coronation Day, as if the crowning of His Majesty the King might somehow persuade me to say yes.
Actually, I’m sure the timing was coincidental. I have no interest in the royals, but I do like flattery, and the way those two buttered me up you’d think I was a slice of bread. I couldn’t not say yes.
I always listen to podcasts on my daily walk. This morning, I listened to myself. How very meta. I don’t think I sound like an idiot or anything, so I’m happy with how it turned out.
Podcasting is hard work, guys. And I was just the guest! Wynne and Vicki are the true heroes for putting the whole thing together and making my drivel sound professional.
You can read about my behind-the-scenes experience as I break the fourth wall on my guest post on their The Heart of the Matter blog. And if you’re so inclined, there are links to the podcast there.
And here:
Search (and subscribe!) to Sharing the Heart of the Matter on Apple, Amazon, Spotify or Pocket Casts or click here to listen on Anchor: Episode 18: No Time For Kings with Mark Petruska.
Enjoy!
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