Being pregnant is a unique adventure that is tough to understand unless you have been through it yourself. Some pregnancies seem magical and wonderful, while others are filled with discomfort and loads of vomiting. My pregnancy was all of that and then some, but there were a few items that helped me keep it *somewhat* …
If you are reading this post, then you have most definitely heard of the coronavirus. It’s a scary, confusing, and difficult time for many of us, and I know we all are looking forward to the day this nightmare is over. But the point of this post is to talk about how COVID-19 has negatively …
Continental Divide Trail 2020…and the Coronavirus Read More »
Before we start, I should obviously mention that there is no “right” amount of money to save for a thru-hike. Finances on trail, like in normal life, fluctuate depending on who is spending the money. We all have different wants, needs, and income, so therefore it is near impossible to give anyone an exact number. …
The most commonly asked question I get regarding my upcoming Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike is, “How are you physically preparing?” To answer, I always stare deeply into their eyes, let a few moments of silence pass us by, maybe even grab their hand, then respond ever-so-passionately, “Binge eating.” And then I wink while blowing a kiss. Ok, …
Well, I did it again friends! That’s right. Another disastrous trip, back-to-back. I would like to note that none of this is made up. My life may seem like a joke, but it’s not. It’s all definitely real. Some friends and I were backpacking Tuck and Robin Lakes. Now what can go wrong in a …
Severe Dehydration on the Trail and a Trip to the ER Read More »
When you think “vacation”, I’m sure you are picturing blue skies, a blazing sun, sandy beaches, a Mai Tai in one hand, and if you’re me, a chicken wing in the other. So flying to an island south of the Arctic Circle, which starts with the word “ice” if you didn’t catch that, is out of the …