climbing trees
There’s a giant magnolia tree in my grandma’s yard that holds my heart captive.
wildlife encounters
At the end of my writing group February meeting, we swapped stories of humorous wildlife encounters. It inspired me to share some of my own tales with you!
searching for inspo
While waiting for the creative writing muse to whisper in my ear, I picked up field notes from other writers to inspire me to write better tales for you. The result just may inspire you too.
sprite’s fave trail snacks
3 simple ideas for fueling your adventures
Colorado Trail Woes
Not all thru hike trail experiences feel grand and glorious in action.
wanderlust list 2026
About those future adventures you hold…
What's on your must-experience list?
Where is your dream destination?
Where would you like to live someday?
As for me, that list looks a bit like..
everywhere
everywhere
everywhere
shoe fittings
Have I mentioned yet in my previous life I helped to open a running store?
bremerton, wa
While the snow ain’t snowin’ and the adventures are slim, I’ll recount stories of my olden days…
a change in perspective
Sometimes a slight shift in positions opens the space needed for clarity to fall into your viewfinder.
tally-ho!
Wondering what the tally ended with in regards to our winter wonderland ladies’ trip?
comeback of a lifetime
Stepping back onto stage after a three year hiatus felt like coming home.
holiday wishes
I pause here to send you a heartfelt "Thank you!" You’ve supported me this year through your generosity of spirit (i.e. kind words, lots of them!). My wish for you is a New Year filled with joy, peace, love, and whatever success means to you.
i owe you a nutcracker story
Maybe not but you’re getting one…
itineraries to entice friends to go on adventures
Let’s play a game! I build three trip itineraries and you vote which one we go on. What do you think?
attitude of gratitude
Insert the obligatory Thanksgiving post denoting gratitude! Or is it really? Test me and let’s find out…
issy alps quiz results
Ready to discover your Issy Alp personality match?
Issy Alps
Any chance you remember those quirky personality tests from the early 2000s?
Cougar mountain 50k
Two friends experience different journeys along the same trails, managing to start and finish together. Sprite reminisces about the training, the race, and the elapsed time and distance between who those friends were back then to where they are now.
the park
Locals call Yellowstone the Park. Since I’m fortunate enough to call this place home, the least I can do is share it with you. I rolled through the Park with no expectations. Well. (cocks head to the right) Alright, I didn’t think there would be so many others out and about, but here we all are enjoying public lands even during the shoulder season. Rewarded with the everyday experience of nature and animals simply trying to stay alive, it may not seem like much to you while it’s everything to me.
leaf peepin’ & moose spookin’
Wolverine Whisperer and I attempted to beat the rain for an early morning peak leaf color hike. While we didn’t accomplish staying dry, we did experience the brilliance of Fall colors and a few of the characters that add drama to the season.