Holy shit… I'm a mom. … I never thought I would ever say those words. Since becoming a mom, I've been adapting to a new "normal." I've been surprised at how simple this has felt in some ways, as I've gotten used to my daily routine. On the other hand, I've also been surprised at how challenging this has been in other ways: resigning from my job, getting used to the loneliness (yet never being alone) that goes along with…
Since my move, I have really missed my awesome and inspiring running buddies, Becky and Elida. They are rock solid, fun, distracting, motivating and we have the most hilarious conversations while running. I’m serious. No topic is off limits with your running buddies during a 10 mile training run. I’ve accomplished things with those two gals that I never thought I could have, always capped with a laugh and a round of high-fives. Sadly, now that I’ve relocated to the…
Two weeks ago, I got to take my first vacation since I started my new job (which I love, by the way). IT. WAS. EPIC. I didn’t realize how bad I needed a few days off! Brian and I just celebrated our 9th anniversary. Rather than getting stuff for each other, we try to go and DO something together. Our relationship is rooted in the old adage, “The couple that plays together, stays together,” so it’s important to us to…
What makes a place feel like home? I’ve been watching Tiny House on HGTV and reading blogs about living in your bus, or a van and I often ponder this question. These folks that travel so much and wander for a living… What does “home” mean anyways? I just returned to Portland, OR for my fourth Wild Canyon Games (which was awesome by the way…) and part of me felt a little homesick. Brian finds this entertaining, because he…
I recently read a wonderful Op Ed, called “Will you do it later, Or will you do it now?” In this post, author Carolyn Highland compared making tough life decisions to waking up in your tent in the middle of the night and having to pee. This, hilariously, really struck a chord with me. I can’t tell you how many nights I’ve woken up in my tent and dreaded leaving the warmth and comfort of my sleeping bag, put on…
Our second day, we attempted to ride Long Canyon to Gemini Bridge, which is northeast of town. We headed out on Hwy 279, which takes off southwest along the Colorado River. The side of the highway is littered with rock climbers, as this is one of the best climbing hubs in town. It’s pretty amazing to watch them! Unfortunately, my carburetor plugged up right as we were passing the Poison Spider Mesa trailhead. I’m on a KLX250, which is turns…
I’ve been in a funk lately. I have been tired and sleeping a lot. I’ve been grumpy more often than not. I don’t want to hike or be outside, much less blog about the outdoors. The couch has a permanent indentation from my ass, as I’ve sulked away the hours. Let’s be real here… I’ve been letting the stress of moving to a new home and the pressures of a new job get to me this last month. I’ve been…
I haven’t posted in a while… we bought a house! And moved! And I started a new job!! Holy Crap! It’s been bananas, but we are finally starting to get settled in. 🙂 Thanks for bearing with me. Now that we are past the move, we find the seasons changing. Just like in my favorite show, Game of Thrones, “Winter is Coming” in the high country!! I’m excited because winter is one of my favorite seasons. We’ve already had 3 days…
Brian and I just bought a beautiful home in the country, north of Silverthorne, CO. We are next door (literally) to a trailhead, a creek and have a mountain range in our front yard. It’s an older home, but we are all set to turn it into the ski lodge of our dreams. Truly, we bought the place for the stunning views of the Gore Range and the Williams Fork Range. It’s an amazing place, both inside and out. With…
Fall has come around in the high country. The air is crisp and I’m rocking a beanie again. Oktoberfest has come and gone. Leaves are turning from green to brilliant yellows and reds. Given all the change around me, when a friend of mine asked a question about how to deal with change, it really got me thinking. It seems like such an appropriate topic for the season! I’ve had varying levels of comfort with change throughout my life. I…