Let's just go ahead and start here on my 50 before 50 journey. I mean... Washington is where I was born, where I've lived my entire life. Nestled in the foothills of the beautiful North Cascades. I spent my first 12 years in Everett, just blocks from the hospital where I was birthed by my … Continue reading Washington
Okay...so that makes it sound like we saw a lot of lakes and waterfalls. Which isn't exactly true. There was only was only one gorgeous lake and one massive waterfall. I mean the water was technically "falling" everytime we passed it on our uphill trek. Gravity just kind works that way. Duh. Just kidding. Not … Continue reading #35 Hiking for Miles for Lakes and Waterfalls
This one is long. As are all of my stories. I try. I really do. But I'm just a word-a-holic. So here is part one: 2,587 miles traveled (give or take a few) Some 45 hours in the car 7 gas station fill ups 5 hotels 3 beaches and 3 theme parks And memories to last … Continue reading #34 Cali Road Trip (part one)
Too many bodies. Okay let me back up... I had this grand plan of throwing myself a half birthday party for my 20th adventure. We were going to play bubble soccer and it was to be an epic good time. Unfortunately...the time was so late and too many people couldn't make it. So I postponed … Continue reading #20 Basketball, Bad Driving and Bodies
I know that you are eagerly awaiting my 40 before 40 blogging (ha)...so I will give in and keep you waiting no longer... Adventure #2: Hike to Mount Pilchuck Lookout. http://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/mount-pilchuck I shall tell this story in photos and reflections. And cheesy analogies. And quotes from the mountain. Reflection #1: Bring your own toilet paper. Better yet...don't … Continue reading #2 Climbing a Mountain
