Because it makes me feel good.

Some people think I'm nuts. Because I insist on getting my daily exercise. Which generally consists of two or three hours of aerobic activity. Such as brisk walking or bicycling. Even when it snows and rains and turns fantastically cold. I've got to get outdoors. And on the move. For instance, yesterday I biked 14 miles on snow-packed roads. I didn't break any speed records. But I pumped away. And then for good measure, I walked four 15-minute miles. In the dark. Clad in a reflective vest. Why do I do it? Because it makes me feel good. That's why I do most everything I do. Life really is more simple than some of us make it. Here it is. Early morning. And I'm at my desk. Writing. Because it makes me feel good. Soon I'm gonna go back to bed for a while. Because it makes me feel good. And then I'll get up for a breakfast of a cinnamon swirl and a glass of milk. Because it makes me feel good. --Jim Broede