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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
July 17, 2020 Finger Lake Friday Starting Location: South Bend Howe, Indiana (Depart 09:30AM)Ending Location: Pennsylvania! (Arrive 08:00PM)Driving Time: 8.5 hoursDriving Miles: 530 miles Currently, I am laying in bed in the Holiday Inn with super slanted eyes, an empty plastic cup of red wine, and a subtle smile brushed on my face. Today, Abby […]
