For those still lonely, might I suggest a German Shepherd puppy? 
River @ ~15 pounds:
River @ ~35 pounds:
River @ ~75 pounds
Works for me! 
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@Grace Do make sure that what you’re feeling is muscle pain, not joint pain! If you’re feeling it in your soles, knees, or ankles or you’re developing blisters, that’s a sign to give it a good rest. Giving your muscles a day to relax in between is also not a bad idea. I only ever get up to about 7,000 steps (unless I go running) and I still get most of my rewards.
Do not do the One Punch Man 5km run every single day, that’s not actually good for you! lol
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I made the huge mistake of walking 400+ miles in 35 days a few summers ago, with horrible arch support. It was a lot of fun, until it wasn’t.
One foot never did recover. I wouldn’t be walking much at all right now, if I hadn’t bought custom insoles at a kiosk inside a Costco last fall (they scanned my feet and created insoles to match). There’s still foot discomfort with every step (no matter how much or how little I walk), but at least it isn’t getting worse.
I also found some flip-flops with great arch support that help (since the problem is in the ball of my foot and flip-flops don’t constrain my toes).
So, yeah. I totally agree. Don’t do what I did! There are definitely worse things than muscle pain. Morton’s Neuroma is no picnic (what I’ve now got long-term). 
It’s been more than a week since I spammed the random chit chat thread with pictures of our random kit cat? What willpower I must have! Yay, me!
Unfortunately, I was on the couch watching TV under a throw and this squishy little meatball curls up against my legs and falls asleep. So, how can I resist?
All willpower lost. Sorry about that. Will try harder next time.
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Don’t resist^^ An adorable kitty was just what I needed right now 
So how’s everyone doing?
I restarted my WoW subscription last weekend and had about 3k steps on both days combined o.0 But that won’t do! I need energy, so back to keeping my step count high 
Btw, what arena bracket are you in, Rhandar?
Edit: nvm, saw your post about the league of extraordinary gentlemen XD
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Hahaha! (I should not laugh. I may be addicted to video game addictions. I’ve had so many of them and have no desire to stop. )
Here are three bonus pictures in case you need more, more, and more.
They are from my very exclusive Kitty in a Box collection. Not sold in stores!
(Not really all that exclusive. Kitty is often in a box. If he fits, he sits. )
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I’m feeling randomly chit chatty again. Beware!
Things I’m Grateful for Today
- It rained last night so I don’t need to water the yard. Is it too wet to do yard work? Let’s just rationalize that it is and call it good. Woohoo!
- Washed and sorted some socks. Not all that exciting. Right? What if I told you that there were an even number and the last two were actually the same color? Miraculous! Woohoo!
- Cat hiding spaces. They are places where your cat can safely hide and relax, completely invisible to the entire world!
- Well, almost completely invisible to the entire world. Almost.
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A few summers back, I made a significant error by embarking on a journey covering over 400 miles in just 35 days, all while wearing inadequate arch support for my feet. Initially, it was an enjoyable experience, but it took a turn for the worse.
Unfortunately, one of my feet never fully recovered from the ordeal. If it weren’t for the custom insoles I purchased at a Costco kiosk last autumn (they used a foot scan to create tailored insoles), I likely wouldn’t be able to walk as much as I do now. Although I still experience foot discomfort with every step, regardless of how much or how little I walk, at least the condition isn’t deteriorating.
I also stumbled upon some flip-flops with excellent arch support, which have been a relief since my issue mainly affects the ball of my foot, and flip-flops don’t constrict my toes.
I like to Focus!
I like to Quest!
Good morning, I wish you the best! 