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If I/we have ever had a philosophy, it has been to “do things on our terms…to go our own way”. This hit with me after listening to a song recently of a group I just love: Fleetwood Mac! They have a great song “Go Your Own Way”. It actually is about a relationship between two of the band members, but every listener can interpret it their own way. I looked up the definition of the term “go your own way”, or to go (one’s) (own) way. It stated: “To proceed, act, or do things in a direction or manner as one so chooses or desires, especially as is distinct, separate, or different from that of others.” With the Reiffenberger’s, what you see is what you get! No sugarcoating, and no sucking up to anybody. We care about each other and taking care of our patients with truly everything we have. And most important, just doing what is right! As my mom always drilled into us kids growing up: Do unto others as you would want done unto you! The great “golden rule”.
Running has always been a part of our life, and something we still do all of the time. We work together, but we are still “going our own way”.
We had traveled more, at least prior to COVID. We will again. We have these last couple years taken many trips out to the Hills, to go hike, and go on adventures. No plans. Just go…”go our own way!”
There are always adventures to do, and sights to see. No sunrise or sunset is ever the same! And at least for me, when I have the opportunity to go take pictures, I truly go my own way! Go out and just enjoy nature, and the scenery, and the quiet! No stress. No worries. No problems. Just go…my own way!
These are just some pictures from the last few days. Even in Winter, you can see something enjoyable. Take it all in. Do your thing. “Go your own way!”
We could all learn a lot from my grandson Connor. He is now 1 1/2 and is now running everywhere. He is definitely going his own way, on his terms! So, my take on that song is to live your life the best way you can. Spend time with those closest to you, but truly “go your own way”. Do things you want to do. Do things you enjoy. I don’t mean that to be that the only thing you focus on is just yourself. Life is about compromise, and compromise with others too. But march to your own beat. Do things that are important to you. Enjoy life to the fullest. No regrets. Stay true to yourself. If you can’t depend on yourself, who can you depend on? Keep moving everybody! I am going to go listen again to that song by Fleetwood Mac!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day of New Streak: # 1351
