Category Archives: Ponderings

From Scotland to Home: Reflections on Adventure and Time

The days were sunny. The night darkness never came. The views were plentiful and overwhelming. The emotions were vast. The friendships were formed. The feet were sore. The legs were strong. The anxieties were minimal. The appreciation was exquisite. The sense of time was non existent. The memories etched into my soul. The journey wasContinueContinue reading “From Scotland to Home: Reflections on Adventure and Time”

Managing Expectations: Enjoying Your Travel Adventures

The countdown is complete….well almost. In three days, I will be on the airplane heading out on my long anticipated journey to Scotland. This past week has been very surreal and the whole thing still does not feel real. The number one question I have been asked is, of course, “Are you excited?”. I amContinueContinue reading “Managing Expectations: Enjoying Your Travel Adventures”

Creating Lasting Memories on Family Hikes

The closing of the car doors make multiple loud cracks as they all slam closed, one after the other, disturbing the silence and stillness of the nature around them. We all clamour out and make our way to the stile to begin our family hike. I open the trunk of my car and reach forContinueContinue reading “Creating Lasting Memories on Family Hikes”

When Is Weather Too Dangerous for Hiking?

I have often seen the meme for backpacking regarding clothing and weather stating “there is no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing”. And, although I agree to an extent, I do believe there are times when you do not purposefully put yourself into the middle of a bad weather situation. For the pastContinueContinue reading “When Is Weather Too Dangerous for Hiking?”

Embracing Authenticity in Blogging

I have always loved to journal my thoughts. I could write in those things for hours! So many thoughts, feelings, and observations were jotted down with no preconceived considerations or attention to how it was worded, how it was presented, or even what was “said”. After all, it was a journal! A creative outlet meantContinueContinue reading “Embracing Authenticity in Blogging”