TALES FROM THE BACK ROW…
I am currently sitting in the very back row of a tiny American Eagle. It is deafening. I can't even hear my own thoughts! My whole body vibrates violently as I view the majestic mountains [...]
THE ENCHANTED FAIRYTALE OF WILDWOODWEAR… PART II
WildWoodWear Part II: I had dreamed of owning a sewing machine for as long as I could remember. My mother was chomping at the bit to buy me one for a birthday or Christmas [...]
DO YOU CARRY RAIN PANTS IN YOUR BACKPACK?
Do you carry rain pants in your backpack? I know many people who never carry rain pants, and a genuine “Yay!” for lessening pack weight by several ounces. Me? I never leave home without [...]
40 MAGICAL MILES IN THE UWHARRIE MOUNTAINS!
The Three Rivers Land Trust, the Uwharrie Mountain Trail Club, and many wonderful volunteers make this 4-day backpacking "thruhike" a truly spectacular event! They truly spoil us with cookouts, snacks, cold drinks, [...]
WILDWOODWEAR! MAKING MY DREAMS COME TRUE!
I have some fantastic news! I am in the initial stages of creating a fabulous line of outdoor clothing... the likes of which the outdoor-recreational world has never seen! I am constantly dreaming of things [...]
MUSINGS FROM RAMBLES IN THE WILDWOOD…
Today is the second time in a row that I have seen bears on my walk. Today, I stood there… in complete awe… watching the grace and ease with which she ambled along down the [...]