Walking around

Wednesday I worked at the church acting like a pastor . Around 3 p.m. I had to get my son and take him to a doctor's visit. When we got to the doctor's office I spent a few minutes walking around the huge parking lot and listening to an audio book. But, it was only about 15 minutes.
Later, when we got back to the church, I gathered my prayer list and began walking around the church. Again, I was praying my ecumenical rosary and praising God that it was warmer than in the morning. At first the walking helped my back muscles loosen up, but the longer I walked the less benefit I gained. So, I only got in about 20 minutes of walking. The best part was the time I spent with God.
I learned that sometimes we must start our fitness journey a little more slowly than we might have hoped. I feel like I give it my best but I have learned to listen to my body. When it starts screaming, then I slow down. That way I can walk another day.