How are you getting curious about your grief?

I picked up and leafed through the pages of the journal I wrote in after my mom passed away in 2012. The journal felt particularly heavy… I was super curious about what I had written in the early days after my mom passed. And at the same time, I felt a little...

Set Goals. Kick Ass. Celebrate.

My husband Jason and I set a goal to hike to the top of Cloud’s Rest in Yosemite on a Saturday in July. We knew it would be difficult. According to the trail sign, it was 21 miles round trip according to the mileage sign about 1/2 mile into the John Muir/ Mist...

Grief Chicken

During my 2-year journey of grief and loss, I bumped into something I would later term “grief chicken.” It goes something like this: There is this song (actually there are 2, early on though there was only 1), that for whatever reason, always makes me...

Do more of what makes you happy

On a recent backpacking trip with a friend, we completed a 27-mile stretch on the PCT in an area that was pretty exposed (not a lot of shade) and incredibly hot. It was also incredibly gorgeous – wildflowers everywhere, interesting terrain, and spectacular views...

The power of the pause

On a recent backpacking adventure, after hiking 16.5 miles over about 9.5 hours, we found a spot to call camp for the night. Throughout the day, we would take breaks and I’m always fascinated by the terrain changes around me as we hike. I’m mindful of what...
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