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Bar at the end of the pier

Surfside Beach is my second home and every visit takes me back to simpler times. That first night I’m always itching to ride a bike the 2.5 miles to the pier and make the walk to the end. It’s my routine. I put in my headphones and sing away, without a care in the world.Continue reading “Bar at the end of the pier”

Trolltunga sunset 🏔

Norway had been on my bucket list for at least 5 years but the hefty price tag always had me finding an excuse to choose an alternative trek. But September 2022, it was time…. After a brutal work schedule in August, I was craving some solo time in the mountains far away from reality. MissionContinue reading “Trolltunga sunset 🏔”

Dry Tortugas NP 🏞

This one has been a long standing bucket list location that I’m finally tackling. I originally envisioned camping at this remote National Park but that is easily a 6-8 month out reservation request that I didn’t have the luxury to attain to. So I picked a long holiday weekend to take a solo road tripContinue reading “Dry Tortugas NP 🏞”

Cruisin’ fav things 🚢

After 33 cruises, I know my way around a floating city and never take it for granted. My child-like curiosity is in overdrive and I always have boundless energy to expend onboard. What are your favorites and must-dos? Soufflé x 4 (my record is 12)! Fireworks…. Seriously?!? Banana pina colada Verandah card games Walking theContinue reading “Cruisin’ fav things 🚢”

Trolltunga via ferrata

After previously climbing a few via ferratas in the US, I was fairly confident & genuinely excited going into today’s Norwegian cliff side obstacle. The faint hearted or vertically challenged beware….. The 6km mountain bike trek along the winding, glacier capped ridges definitely got the heart pumping. Then we had to bushwhack vertically up theContinue reading “Trolltunga via ferrata”

Jordan Davis gig 🎸

As a relative newcomer, Jordan Davis packed a huge punch into his new headlining tour. Orlando was opening night and I was stoked to have an free evening to unwind. And ohhhhh how I have missed live music, especially in an intimate setting such as the House of Blues. Being sold out at 2k guests,Continue reading “Jordan Davis gig 🎸”

Compilation adventure trips early 2000s

Facebook yearly memories popping up in my feed are always a welcome reminder of the crazy amazing places that I’ve been blessed to visit. But what about those places lost in time prior to 2009 and the digital age? I have boxes of printed photos that are still waiting to be sliced and diced intoContinue reading “Compilation adventure trips early 2000s”

Backyard beauty

I’ve summited the highest peak in Africa and touched the rock at Everest Base Camp both at over 19,000 feet, yet I am still in awe with the view from my back porch. Over the pandemic, I just started really appreciating the solitude of my own back porch. I had wisely chosen the lot upgradeContinue reading “Backyard beauty”

A day in the life of an Executive Director

A normal day isn’t even in our vocabulary. Be prepared to wear many hats and ready for anything. I typically would start my day with a complete walk through, saying hello to our regular members, checking in with all the staff and scanning for any potential safety issues or hazards. Mornings are jam packed withContinue reading “A day in the life of an Executive Director”

Toadstools 🥾

With the trailhead immediately off the highway, I didn’t have high expectations for my first hike of the day. However, I met only one other soul in the parking lot and he was on a return trip, so that typically is a good sign. I snaked along a sandy wash for just under a mileContinue reading “Toadstools 🥾”