It’s the beginning of a yoga class. You’re just starting to get into your flow and the teacher pauses and…
Kickin it in Carmel
There are people in your life that no matter how much time has passed, or how little you’ve been able…
Canadian Wanderlust
Even though it’s barely an hour-long flight away, Banff and Jasper have been on my travel list for years. I’ve…
That Winter Adventure Itch
I’m all about the new hygge trend these days. There’s no direct English translation, but Quartz sums up this Swedish word…
Hidden Lake Lookout
In my notes app I have an ongoing list of must-do hikes. I go in periodically and am usually pleasantly…
The Mighty Enchantments
The Enchantments. I remember almost six years ago when I was driving through a mountain pass near Leavenworth and was told…
Ladies who hike – Colchuck Lake adventures
I recently got to show my very best friends one of my favorite places in the world — Leavenworth. We…
Navaho Pass backpacking adventures
Photos and re-cap of a June 2016 backpacking trip to Navaho Peak near Cle Elum.
Can’t get enough of that Oregon coast vibe
If I had one happy place for 2015 it would be the Oregon Coast. From a sunny NYE celebration to kick…
Embracing the PNW snow
Last winter I was on a PR campaign to show the world that Seattle did indeed see the sun in the…