I’ve heard people mention Grant nature park ever since I moved here in 1990. However, today, 23 years later, I am finally at the park. The funny thing is, I’ve always lived within several miles of the park.

The park was once part of one of the largest properties in South Dayton, belonging to Richard Grant. Mr. Grant founded Reynolds & Reynolds Company, and lent his hand to technology by inventing the Grant light: the little light that comes on when you open your refrigerator or car door.

I have a close association with the Grant family having served as director of music at Normandy United Methodist Church in the mid to late 90s.

It’s a beautiful early September morning, and the temperature is riding in the low to mid 70s. I’ve already logged 2.6 miles with the dogs earlier this morning, and have already logged 1.5 miles at the park.

This is a nice respite from writing and researching all week long. However, Grant Park is already recharging the endorphins, and getting me all psyched about writing the minute I get home.