There’s nothing like the bond between a boy and his dog. After being in lockdown for what felt like 700 years, I felt as if both myself and my dog had not made the best use of our time being stuck inside and were not being as active as we should have been. So last week I decided that it was time for my dog and I for going on walks again. I used to do this back in DP1 before lockdown began so I wanted to continue.
Thursday after school, my dog and I set off for Thalangama Lake. Quite a trek from where I live but I enjoy going there. Partly because I know that I won’t have any trouble walking my dog there, but mostly because of how peaceful that area is. It is pretty much like you’re isolating yourself from the outside world because you don’t come across anyone. You’re on your own and I enjoy this because not only did I feel good about being active, but I also cleared my mind. The beautiful scenery that surrounded the area really helps you breathe and relax your mind. Something I needed quite badly.
I feel quite relaxed doing this because it’s almost therapeutic. It really helps me clear my head while also being active which I desperately needed to be more of. Majority of lockdown I slept during my free time. I would finish school, do some homework and go straight to bed for around 3-4 hours. Probably wasn’t the healthiest way to spend the rest of the day. Walking my dog allows me to bond with him even more than I already do and helps him be more fit as the vet has told my family that he is overweight.
LO 1 – Identify own strengths and develop areas for growth
LO 3 – Demonstrate how to initiate and plan a CAS experience