Yesterday morning I tested the leg on my walk and it was 90% recovered so I decided to do the usual run and exercise routine at the lake and track. At Lakeshore East Park I was gazing at flowers and when I saw red and purple petals on the ground I decided that I could offer these, along with my baggie of rice, to the Wish-fulfilling Jewel Tree at Navy Pier, which I pass on the way to the track. I placed the petals into the baggie and when I approached the tree I was pleasantly surprised to see a shining bunch of fresh sunflower heads beautifully arranged on the ground at the base of the tree. I imagined the Pink Angel arriving just before me to make the offering. The red petals I had were a striking contrast to the yellow and green heads and I placed them carefully in front along with the rice. I then made a mental offering to the Tree and I allow myself one wish.
Today I plan to run the hill at Northerly Island, it looks to be a mild day, not too windy, if my leg is 90% I will attempt it.