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12/24/2025

There are many ways to come home to yourself. For me: lifting, the forest, and transcendental meditation. Fitting in at least one of these every day is non-negotiable. Strength, nature, and meditation…different doors, same calm.

12/10/2025

When the thought to reel it in and go home slipped its little toe into the door of my head, I opened it…and pushed myself outside with it…and I sprinted off without it. ❄️ (my vest is everything)

Today I practiced guiding with a few of my forest therapy training guide friends. We each led our own part of the immers...
12/07/2025

Today I practiced guiding with a few of my forest therapy training guide friends. We each led our own part of the immersion, nerves and all. And yet—those three hours unfolded in the most beautiful, effortless way. It was a reminder that when we partner with the forest and truly listen, the forest offers what’s needed. All we have to do is let it in. (Thank you to + for keeping me cozy in the the stillness of forest bathing in sub-freezing temps for 3 hours!)

11/19/2025

The bed in silence again was inviting…but today, I got out there!

Best birthday morning! A lil running, a lot walking, a lil adrenaline (worrying that Dottie got lost), and a LOT of adre...
11/16/2025

Best birthday morning! A lil running, a lot walking, a lil adrenaline (worrying that Dottie got lost), and a LOT of adrenaline seeing how much Dottie loved running, and a lot of exercise carrying a tired Penny for a mile! ❤️❤️

11/12/2025

Discovering the power of wandering. I wandered today for 30 min - just wandered wherever my curiosity took me. About halfway min in, my mind started releasing a bit, and the noise of my thoughts got quieter. I stopped occasionally to touch the plants, to be curious about how they felt…and to watch what’s in motion. I feel bonded to this space in a way I wouldn’t have before if I had an agenda or a “goal.” What a treat!

11/05/2025

I should have done a before and after video. 24 hours ago I had tears in my eyes, bags under my eyes, blotches on my face, my body hurt…basically a troll living under a bridge. 😂😂 When I get to that point, I am happy to know/accept now what I need…and sometimes it’s just getting the f outta dodge. Heading home now a lighter and happier version of myself. 🙏🏼 Thank you for your bomb app, member rewards, and breakfasts!!!

These trees are givin their phytoncides like crazy to boost lil’ buddy’s seratoooone levels, dude! Credit to for the ‘g...
11/05/2025

These trees are givin their phytoncides like crazy to boost lil’ buddy’s seratoooone levels, dude! Credit to for the ‘guaaage and vibe. Also for my fave tent ever made. Held up by my beautiful .ski.outdoor trekking poles. 💚🌳🪾🏕️

11/05/2025

I’ve been obsessed with the Appalachian Trail since childhood. In high school I read books, went to talks (that my dad found and told me about), and dreamed of thru-hiking. Life took over and I forgot about that dream…until about 5 years ago when the dream came back. Only now I was even more invested in a career, and had a young family (at that time Penny was still under one). But I HAD TO GET THERE. So, being a LASHer it is (Long-Ass Section Hiker). I took a trip with adventure trips to the Smokies, learned what I had to do it alone, and started at the southern terminus, Springer Mountain, the next year. I’ve competed 110 miles over two sections now, and planning for the next section(s) is my outlet. My dream is that my daughters will want to come with me when they are old enough to have their trail legs. ❤️ This video is from my 80-mile section in June, where I officially “accepted” my trail name of Llama. Cricket came with me and we had a grand ol’ time!! 🌄⛰️🌳

11/05/2025

Posting this to get the ball rolling! And although the morning had me feeling like I was in survival mode, I was really excited to try out this new sit spot! The ripples and reflections on the water were 🔥.

In 5 months, I will be a certified forest therapy guide from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapists (ANFT). I a...
11/05/2025

In 5 months, I will be a certified forest therapy guide from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapists (ANFT). I am four weeks in to the training, and I am so grateful to know that I have found where I need to be! Stay tuned - I’ll have guided walks available by the spring (in-person and virtually). 💚🤎

Family beach campout season!!! Our second annual Fall park district-organized beach campout. S’mores on an open fire on...
11/05/2025

Family beach campout season!!! Our second annual Fall park district-organized beach campout. S’mores on an open fire on the sand, sleeping with my babes under one tent, and a sunrise over Lake Michigan through our little tent window. 🌅 ⛺️ thank you for always putting on the best events!!!

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