Yellow Brick Road

Yellow Brick Road
            “Follow the yellow brick road, follow the yellow brick road,” sing the Munchkins as they instruct Dorothy and her dog Toto to follow the road that spirals colorfully outward from Munchkinland in The Wizard of Oz.
            Are they really convinced that they’ll find the great Wizard of Oz, or is the instinct to simply move forward on this unfamiliar road in hopes it will lead them to better circumstances than they’re in now?
            Trying new things and exploring new places can be scary, but it also keeps our minds and bodies sharp as we adjust to something different from what we’re used to.
            Wrapping ourselves in things that are familiar and comforting can bring a sense of peace, rest, and healing. When we have energy and strength, though, we benefit from exploring new places and activities.
            Every time I try a new trail, I feel my brain cells being energized, just by processing something new. Because my top choice for trying something new is nature trails, I always discover fresh beauty and inspiration.
            Find opportunities to walk new paths and see where they take you. Keep putting one foot forward!
            This week’s Hike Notes from the archives, Rhubarb to Miwok Trail Overlook, introduces a hike that starts near Tennessee Valley on the sometimes spooky, moss-blanketed Rhubarb Trail, then takes a northward rising turn on the Miwok Trail for uplifting views in all directions.
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This week’s hike from the archives:
Hike Notes 52: Rhubarb to Miwok Trail Overlook