Well, a little more than a month ago, when Amy and I started talking about this idea of creating 31 days of adventure, an exercise for others to find adventure in the everyday, I didn’t know what to expect. Daily adventures are something I try to do most of my days, and so this project seemed like a fun extension of that. It was also a great way to challenge myself to think of 31 days of ideas for adventures and map them out logically (and a great excuse to work with Amy). When we talked about goals for this project, I felt (and Amy agreed) we would be successful if the project inspired and helped just one person. Much of the project, not to sound selfish, was just plain fun to do and I was going to do it regardless of who signed up. Inspiring and reaching someone else felt like icing on the cake.

Once we had that goal in mind, we got to work. We laid down our plans and put them into action. Working with Amy was a joy — she is a great collaborator, easy going as well as a fluent, thoughtful writer, and she provided me with inspiration many a time (did I tell you that yet, Amy? Well, I am now.)

The outcome of our toils was far more than I expected. We had more than 100 people sign up before the month even began. And more came even after January 1. I am touched by how many folks participated in the 31 days (and I started out participating myself, but then felt more suited as a spectator for this go ’round). Everyone created really wonderful posts/tweets/otherwise — some were unexpected, all were so creative. I feel honored to be among this community of people, adventuring in big and small ways. And it showed me there are more likeminded people in my sphere than I realized.

So, there’s another delightful outcome. I learned a little bit more about my world.

To those who participated in the 31 Days of Adventure, thank you so very much. You are awesome. I send you high fives and have nothing but smiles and gratitude for your posts and tweets. And as well to those who joined in the middle or thought about joining but didn’t, stay tuned. Amy and I have more in store for all of you.

A later note: I forgot to thank Katie Levy, Sara Lingafelter, Kim Kircher and Chicks Climbing for contributing awesome guest prompts. You all rock!