Grand Canyon Seven days. 50+ miles hiked. 40 extra pounds strapped to my back. Minus two toenails. But I made it. I succeeded. I pushed the limit of what I thought I could do, and I exceeded it. And that feels really good. The Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to Rim hike was incredible. I’ve … More Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to Rim Tour
Taos, New Mexico My road trip through the US is kind of like a tale of two adventures. And those adventures dovetailed in Taos, NM. The first leg of the adventure included lots of friend/family time, great food and amazing wine. And lots of over-indulging. Especially in Austin where it was borderline gluttony. (I … More Tale of Two Adventures
Roswell, NM Essential to every good road trip is a quirky, absurd roadside attraction. Something that isn’t worth driving out of your way to see, but something so comical that it’s difficult to pass up. Mine was the Roswell UFO museum…AND research center. It’s best explored after a few cocktails and with a group … More Beam me up, Scotty
I have really enjoyed my flexible schedule over the past month. It’s allowed me to catch up with friends and family, to see parts of the country I haven’t seen before, to collect new experiences, to sleep in. But after a month, I’ve discovered that living an unplanned life requires, well, lots of planning. … More Can Routine Create Greater Freedom?
Tahoe, California If you know me, you know I absolutely love trying new things. It is both terrifying and thrilling. It nurtures my mind, body and soul. Forcing yourself outside your comfort zone prepares you to deal with bigger changes that might be out of your control, making you more adaptable. Importantly, it helps … More Lessons from Snowboarding
Rout 395, California I decided to take the long, scenic way to Lake Tahoe along U.S. 395. As I took off from Pacific Beach in San Diego, the foggy marine layer was thick. About 20 minutes into the 10 hour drive, I remembered how I hated traffic and was already asking myself ‘am I there … More Road Trip along US 395
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