Somegirl's thread "On Fear" brought up personal fears I have about walking alone.  I don't know if the fear is rational or not.  I live alone, and so there wouldn't be anyone to miss me if I didn't arrive home in a reasonable time.  Also, I'm not as fit as I once was and worry that I wouldn't be able to run away if I felt unsafe.  

I'd love to be able to walk on nature trails, but am too afraid to go it alone.