Ode To The Parking Lot
May 17, 2018I summited Mt. St. Helens for the first time on Tuesday. It was a clear sunny day, warm with soft snow. A sharp contrast to a year before, when I attempted to do the famous Mother’s Day climb in miserable rain and consistent steep snow. I had turned around with 2 others in our team…
4 Things I’ve Learned In The Last Year Before Year 40
April 1, 2018March was a busy month for me with travel for a work conference and travel for fun. I had amazing times in Portland and on the Big Island, Hawaii, eating delicious food and enjoying lots of drinks with friends. I also hiked less, neglected writing, and got less sleep. My plan for April is about…
Adventure Is A Verb
January 18, 2018“Adventure is a passionate affair that requires great heart and immense faith, alongside preparation. Adventure is a map of joy.”- Terry Tempest Williams I want to be more confident in my ability to adventure. Adventure as a verb and not just a place or a thing. I am always eager to jump on other people’s…