There is something special about morning walks. The air is cool and the world feels quiet. Birds start singing and the sky slowly lights up. It is a time to clear your mind before the day gets busy. I often walk in the small park near my home. There I see old trees with thick branches. Some days I bring a small notebook to jot down little thoughts I have while walking. Once I wrote about how the sunlight filters through the tree leaves making spots of light on the path. Sometimes a squirrel runs up a tree holding a nut in its paws. Kids do not come to play yet so the park is calm. I like to walk along the path that goes around a small lake. The water is still like a mirror. Sometimes a duck glides across making tiny ripples. Once I saw a baby duck follow its mother across the water and it made me smile.

Morning walks help me feel fresh. I do not rush. I take my time to notice little things like a flower blooming a breeze blowing leaves and the smell of fresh grass. Last week I found a small purple flower near the lake I had never seen before. I stopped for a minute just to look at it. It is a simple joy but it makes a big difference. After my walk I go home make a cup of tea and start my day with a smile. Sometimes I even make a slice of toast with jam to eat while I drink my tea. Everyone should try it even a short walk can make mornings brighter. Once my friend tried joining me for a walk and she said it made her whole week feel lighter. Now she comes with me every Friday.