Mrs. G, that 10-day trip sounds like a blast! And cheap as well. Also, getting outside during the workday is completely underrated. It’s amazing what a short walk outside and some fresh air can do for your energy levels. I try to eat my lunch outside at a park near my work almost everyday just because it amplifies my productivity so much once I get back in the office. I look forward to sharing the places I discover near my new place as well! Also, I still plan on checking out that Grant Petersen’s book about biking to work that you and Mr. G recommended to me. Thanks as always for the kind words 🙂

Mr. G. planned a 10-day bike trip that went mostly through big green spaces and we had a blast! Since we were on bikes, a couple of the campgrounds were just $10/night and we got a couple of campsites right next to beautiful rivers.

Love the take-away about nature escapes during the workday too. My office is right next to both a wetlands park and a nature park and I try to get out to enjoy one or the other a few times a week. My friends and I have seen great blue herons, nutria, deer, frogs, snakes, and all kinds of birds. It’s a great way to restore energy and I always feel more productive when I go back to the desk.

Look forward to reading more about the places you discover near your new home!