The Binker Files: Stroller time in Maine

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Actual happiness looks pretty squalid in comparison with the overcompensations for misery. And, of course, stability isn’t nearly so spectacular as instability. And being contented has none of the glamour of a good fight against misfortune, none of the picturesqueness of a struggle with temptation, or a fatal overthrow by passion or doubt. Happiness is never grand. - Aldous Huxley, Brave New World
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July 10, 2008

Stroller time in Maine

Since we're back in Portland with its many car-free trails, we are slowly getting back into the habit of running together - what we call "stroller time". Actually, I'm the only one running, Silas rides his bike if he is feeling strong, if not, he rides in the jogging stroller with Levi. For stroller time today, Silas had some specific requirements, he wanted "a trail that is completely flat, very beautiful and has some blue." By blue, he meant he needed an ocean view. Luckily, we have just the trail in Portland.

We had a great run/ride on the Eastern Promenade trail, then spent hours playing on the rocks. A fantastic summer afternoon.