After the Rain

“We aim above the mark to hit the mark.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

The other week here in Charlotte, it rained all week. Everything outside was soaking wet. It felt like I lived in a rainforest. Every time I went outside to do something I got soaking wet. I was happy on Friday when I saw it wasn’t going to rain. I took advantage of the day, and took my bike out on a longer bike ride.

I took these photos at Freedom Park. This is one of my favorite parks in Charlotte. My grandparents used to live near here, and they would take me here every time I would visit. Freedom Park has everything the perfect park should have. A playground, walking trails, ball fields, and a lake to walk around. It’s a great place to bring the family for the day, or just to come and chill out for the day. I love visiting this park, but I don’t come here as often because it takes me a little longer to ride my bike here. Also, the hill on the way back to straight up for almost 2 miles. It is pretty easy to get there but getting back takes some serious effort.