(Have I mentioned that plagiarism just is not cool? I think I have. Yes, Maxie has been copied. This is getting out of hand.)

I walked yesterday to honor Maddie Spohr. The walk was supposed to be two miles, but it was less than one. It was disappointing, but it was for a great cause anyway. After the walk, we sat down and discussed our reasons for being there. The man had asked me beforehand about “my story,” and I told him about Maddie. He asked if she was a relative. “No,” I simply said, “I just saw the story about her on the Internet, and I wanted to walk in her honor.” During the discussion, I was called on, and I told every one why I was there. I felt humbled; it doesn’t have to be someone you know or knew.

Since the walk was less than a mile, when I got home, I took out my bike and went for a ride, even though it was nearly ninety degrees. I felt great afterward (although slightly miserable from the heat); I took a cold shower and relaxed while reading a book. I enjoy days like yesterday. I hope I can have more of them.