Dear Treadmill,

Hi!  Do you remember me?  I know it has been a long time since we have spent much time together.  During the summer, we hung out several times a week.  I confess I don't really enjoy the time we spent together, but after it is over, I'm glad we made time for it.  But then I started to enjoy walking outside.  The weather was pleasant and the fresh air made me happy!  Walking with a friend made the time go by quickly and I ignored you.  I walked past you several times a day and didn't even give you a wave.  I looked the other way.  I pretended you weren't there.  Now the weather has turned colder and the darkness comes early.  Outside walking is no longer an option after work, so I peeked in on you.  I dusted you off and promised you some of my time very soon.  For a couple of weeks now, I have been meaning to get in there and go for a run.  Today I will do it.  Can we be friends again??

See you soon,
Kristi