04/29/2026
Something I'll never outgrow is climbing trees. I remember being a kid and asking myself if everything around me was climbable. From banisters, to door frames, and outdoor structures. If it looked fun, I was on it. Climbing trees came naturally and became second nature. Finding a nice spot to perch and watch the world from up high brought me so much joy and peace.
Last spring I got to share that with my niece. My dad taught her how to climb a year before and she's been excited to do it every chance she gets. Watching her confidence grow as she figures her way out of tricky spots and challenging herself to climb higher, swing or jump from the branches has been one of the most magical things I get to witness. She's a natural.
I can already picture our future travels being nature focused, finding the best trees to climb together. Moments like these are the ones I hold onto.
And if you’ve never climbed a tree before, play isn’t just for kids.
…seriously though, find a tree and climb it!