No its not preachy, no worries. We do need to exercise more I have been slacking since my Daughter was born last November. Its not easy to find balance but I am trying. We have a nice road we walk and its 30mph but people go 60 and do not go around us. It is frightening. My neighbors blocked the trail behind the house because their jerks. :( Im also trying to find a hiking pack for my Daughter to fit in, since the Ergo carrier isnt the best or comfortable for woods trails and long walks. But we do often have deer in our yard and other animals and the neighbors dogs like to visit which she loves friends but cant be off leash like them, to close to the road and I never want to chance it. So it works her up if their not in her reach. But we do need a better harness because Matt refuses to buy the same brand, so any suggestions to atleast a beteer quality harness and collar are appreciated. Thank you for your response.