Cultivating Self-Compassion in Daily Rituals
Written May 17, 2021 I’ve never really been one for routines. I like feeling free with a flexible schedule. Yet, there are certain things my body, mind, and spirit need in order to feel centered and grounded. In the last year, I’ve learned to lean in and get intentional with caring for myself. In order […]
NH48: Mount Tecumseh
Hiked: Saturday, April 24, 2021NH 1/48 Ah, a fresh range of mountains to explore. When I first moved to Boston, I knew there would be adventures abound in new mountain ranges. Even though I grew up in New York, I didn’t do a ton of hiking growing up, so the East Coast outdoors are pretty […]
Feeling Free in the Love that Connects Us All
Written March 29, 2021 There was a time in life where I felt entangled and imprisoned by connections. I felt there were people in my life I held onto and I judged myself for this. I had difficulty letting people go because it felt so disrespectful to do so. I didn’t want to forget how […]
Hiking Mount Everett, Massachusetts in the Rain
I thought rainy hikes were left in the Pacific Northwest, but – alas – my Gore-Tex gear came in handy in Western Massachusetts! My brother, Kenneth, and I joined forces on a super soggy hike of Mount Everett in Western Massachusetts. Our intention was simple – to connect, adventure, and appreciate nature together. At the […]
Backcountry Skiing on Washington’s MTTA (Pre-Pandemic)
Written March 15, 2021Experienced March 15-16, 2020 It’s pretty incredible to think one year ago, I was sitting with my friends, enjoying a Reuben with a gorgeous view of Mount Rainier. We had been nervous our trip would be canceled with the pending pandemic, as we began hearing about things closing and changing in the […]
Unique Stops for Coffee and Breakfast in Washington State
Written February 28, 2021 When driving to or from the mountains, one of my favorite things is grabbing a special cup of coffee, treat, or breakfast sandwich burrito to-go. It can be fuel for the day’s adventures or a little boost for the (typically) long drive home. During my four years in Washington State, I […]
Epic Skiing in Colorado Powder
Written February 17, 2021Experienced February 8-17, 2021 One pass. Four resorts. Unlimited shrieks of joy. Boundless connection, freedom, and fun. When I found out my favorite mountain in Washington (Stevens Pass!!) would be on the Epic Pass, I knew I had to purchase it. I’d be skiing most Sundays at Stevens with Outdoors for All […]
Shining a Grateful Light on the Darkness of 2020 (A Letter)
January 14, 2021 Dear 2020, It’s now been two weeks since you left and I’ve been sitting here with continued discomfort and uncertainty. My heart is searching for the meaning in our tumultuous time together and I wanted to write you this letter when I felt ready. You know I’m not a woman to simply […]
Accepting Uncertainty and Groundlessness in an Apocalyptic 2020
September 17, 2020 This year has inspired some SERIOUS content for memes, Facebook articles, SNL skits, and vulnerable conversation. Sometimes (all the time), it feels like we are living our lives in a post-apocalyptic movie. It feels like we’ve seen it all. A global pandemic, raging wild/megafires, air we can’t breathe (inside, outside, or on […]
Cross Country Drive, Day 7
July 18, 2020 Sayonara Saturday Starting Location: Pennsylvania (Depart 10:00AM… woohoo sleep in!)Ending Location: Kristen=Long Island, New York; Abby=Connecticut (Arrive 04:00PM)Driving Time: Together=3 hours; Kristen=4 hours; Abby=5ish hoursDriving Miles: 215 miles (to Long Strong Island)Total Miles: 3,561 in seven days! WAHOO! Today marks the grand finale of our journey and return to our east coast […]
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