The Conservation of Misery (New Zealand)

January 6, 2013

I have a theory. I believe that there is a predetermined and fixed amount of physical suffering that I will experience during my lifetime. This suffering can either be naturally occurring in the form of sprains, strains, aches and pains or it can be self-induced, i.e., the agony of exercise. I think, for me, the self-induced agony is slightly better than the natural agony. Sometimes it can have great ancillary benefit; take for instance the hike we took yesterday to the flagstaff at Russel. -Rich

The flagstaff on the hill above Russel. It's a pretty good hike up there, but the view is sensational.
The flagstaff on the hill above Russel. It’s a bit of a hike to get there, but the view is sensational and so worth the effort.
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