I have been 'rambling' for a very long time and when I was caring for mum, even though it took a military operation to organise carers, right timings, phoning home to encourage mum to eat, go to loo, etc., I still tried to do it when I could as it got me out chatting and walking in the fresh air and it did help. After mum passed away last September I have launched myself into walking with various groups at any opportunity, plus doing a few walking holidays away. It's so therapeutic. I think it's the best thing you can do to keep yourself fit, happy and in touch with other people. I would highly recommend to anyone. Just back from an eight miler where we walked through forests, heard cuckoos, walked through a swarm of mayflies, stopped at a pub, walked the perimeter of an old Roman wall and had a look around a lovely village church. Not to mention putting the world to rights! Walking and nature are good healers, or have been for me at least, and once you have a bit of basic gear, not an expensive pastime at all. It is so enjoyable, I feel so good after a long walk and don't feel too guilty having a little snooze on the sofa!