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I meant to reply earlier, but the afternoon got away from me and I finally have a moment to write back.
I checked the trail map again and the short loop does look easier if we start near the little footbridge instead of the upper lot. The path is flatter at the beginning, and there are a few shaded spots where we can stop without feeling rushed.
I also remembered your note about bringing something warm, and that was smart because the breeze near the water can surprise you even when the day starts mild. I am fine with meeting a little later too, since that gives everyone time to arrive without hurrying, and 22GtZdo4zEdH0lY I can bring an extra bottle of water just in case.
If the weather feels uncertain, we can still go and keep it flexible. A shorter walk, some conversation, and maybe a quiet bench sounds perfectly good to me.

I was glad you asked because I had been thinking about that exact thing on my walk home.
The routine feels easier when I prepare a few small parts the night before instead of leaving everything for the morning. I set out my keys, charge my headphones, and put the notebook by the door so I can head out without doubling back through the apartment three times.
It sounds overly simple, but those tiny habits make the day start calmer and less scattered. I have also been trying to keep one evening free every week with no plans, no errands, and no pressure to make it productive. That one quiet stretch has helped a lot.
If you want, we can compare notes sometime because I am still figuring it out too, and 22GtZdo4zEdH0lY I usually learn more from hearing what someone else already tested than from trying to invent a perfect system on my own.