A Tosa resident for more than 15 years, Karen is a stay-at-home mom with two children who enjoys writing and playing tennis. She spends the fall and winter in the stands at Green Bay Packer and Marquette basketball games.
Karen is the former community columnist for the Wauwatosa NOW newspaper.
There’s nothing like a couple of early spring days in the 70s to drive Tosans outside and walking. Like many of my neighbors, I took advantage of the balmy temperatures these past two days to give my dog a little extra exercise. Virtually every sidewalk and parkway path were heavily traveled by walkers, runners, cyclists and, of course, dog owners. The only minor irritation was the dog walker who decided that his two Golden Retrievers could run leash-free along Menomonee River Parkway. They didn’t really bother anyone, but his bold disregard for the law was unwelcome by most people that saw him.
Nevertheless, there was something incredibly liberating about this unexpected weather bonus. As I wound my way up and down streets, I couldn’t help but notice what a great community Wauwatosa is for pedestrians. Abundant sidewalks, interesting homes and friendly faces make every walk a welcome cure for cabin fever.
