Here in the Beautiful Lake Washington Area of Melbourne Florida there are so many breathtaking spots to enjoy. Earlier this week, in my blog, I mentioned that I was going to take time to stop and smell the roses. And, yesterday, I did.
I love bicycling. Years ago, my sisters and I used to get on our bikes 5 times a week and ride 15 to 18 miles. I loved it! We trained for bike rallies, and traveled out of town every other month and rode in 30 to 50 mile rides. Now, mind you, I never finished in a 50 mile rally, but I rode as far as I could, and loved every minute of it. I was always exhausted, but the next day, I felt incredible.
About 6 months ago I got back on my bicycle and started riding 7 miles, 3 times a week, out to Lake Washington and back. Then, as I often say, Life gets in the way of living. I got busy, ran out of time and I shifted to my inside treadmill 20 minutes a day, five days a week and there I remained, until yesterday.
My husband and I rode out to Beautiful Lake Washington in Melbourne Florida. We took our four year dog, Bailey the Boxer. The lake is exactly 3.5 miles from my home. The ride there is gorgeous. We live close to the city, but just a mile from the country, with beautifully appointed country homes situated on half acre to 2 to 3 acre homesites. Some are zoned for horses.
Lake Washington, which makes up the St. Johns River system is the largest lake in Brevard County. It is breathtaking in the evenings, as the sun is setting over the water. It is the 41st largest lake in Florida, situated directly next to the City of Melbourne Water Plant. Lake Washington is Melbourne's single most important source of fresh water.
We enjoyed the beautiful sunset, while Bailey the Boxer ran and played, and splashed in the water. It was a perfect evening and we feel so fortunate to live in such a beautiful place.
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Great photo- thanks for sharing! I really need to get motivated, too. I think I'll start off slow and ask my 7 yr old out for a ride tomorrow morning. Baby steps for me!
Hi Dawn, Your comment made me chuckle! Oh, I remember when my girls were 7 years old...I love when my girls were that age. Now they're 13 and 15 and they don't need me as much as they used to. So, I am trying to rearrange my schedule to take time for me. And, I love it when I actually get a chance to do that! I will be thinking of you tomorrow with your little one. You go girl!