The climb intensified, the gradient so steep that my trekking poles became redundant, replaced by the necessity of hands and knees grappling with the rugged terrain. Donning knee pads, I embraced the grueling ascent, 'embracing the suck' as I…

Today, I stepped off the world's stage and wandered where the wild things are. The summit's call, a distant echo, as work and worries dissolved like morning mist. Baxter's trails beckoned, a tapestry of pine, rock, and river's song,…

Today, was full of decisions. Some sections were quite difficult to navigate, with not one clear, easy path. They demanded swift, yet thoughtful choices, mirroring life's complex dance of risk and reward

The trailhead welcomed us with open arms, Karen and Danya leading the way, with the serene Nahmakanta Lake gracing our journey. A slight drop in humidity and the sporadic lake breeze were nature's small mercies. Amidst the chatter, I…