When John and Jane went out walking....

.....they were busy talk, talk, talking. (The Pear in the Pear Tree - Pamela Allen)

We do a lot of walking - to the shops, to the park, to the river to feed ducks, to the train station and then to the zoo, museum, friends when visiting.

And while sometimes, it is much easier to use the stroller for both my Pre-schooler and toddler, I am glad that the walking option usually wins.

Because, walking is often accompanied by talking...and the topics we cover and the depth of insights that come out never ceases to amaze me.

I came across this article by Sarah Wilson during my weekend newspaper reading that may explain when 'walking and talking' go so well together.

And I hope that all this walking will prepare us all for our first short hike this summer.