I AM ALWAYS SAFE AND PROTECTED…
I frequently ask my guides and guardian angels to keep me safe and protected. This ritual has helped me create more personal trust and less
Author: Wildwood Walking
IF YOU WANT SOMETHING, JUST ASK FOR IT!
On my last backpacking trip just before I left for Nepal last October, ironically in the Smokies, I had a critical equipment malfunction… the dreaded
WHAT A DIFFERENCE A DAY CAN MAKE!
I have to be honest. My first two “hitches” (each 4-day stretch on the trail is called a hitch) have been relatively intense. I knew
WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU TOOK A HUGE LEAP OF FAITH?
When was the last time you made an enormous, unplanned decision that altered every facet of your daily life??? Embarking on a journey of personal
TWO ROADS DIVERGED IN A WOOD…
Are you familiar with the poem, The Road Not Taken, by Robert Frost? This enchanting poem has always spoken to me. It stirs something within
DID YOU KNOW GRAFFITI HARMS TREES?
I walk by these trees frequently and always find myself confused at the thought of someone… anyone… ALL of these people… doing this. It breaks
GOT STRESS? WALK IT OFF!
GOT STRESS? WALK IT OFF! Amidst the common stress and overwhelming pressure that define our nonstop busy lives, many struggle to find the balance within.
STAY SAFE AND WARM WHILE WALKING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND❄️
Walking in the depths of winter is to experience life in a cycle of quiet, peaceful slumber. The gilded glow of the winter sun streams dimly
WHEN THE UNIVERSE DELIVERS PRECISELY WHAT YOU ASKED FOR… YOU SAY YES!
Hey friends, I have big news!! I have officially accepted an Appalachian Trail Ridgerunner position in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park for the 2024
HONORING MARTIN LUTHER KING: MODERN-DAY HERO
Martin Luther King Jr.’s compelling dream, eloquently articulated and fueled by a profound commitment to justice, has indeed altered the trajectory of history. His vision,
HERE IS YOUR POST-HOLIDAY HUMDRUMNESS CURE
The calendar may have flipped over to January 2024, but I am still savoring the absolute fullness of this past year. I am not quite
2023 WAS A TREMENDOUS YEAR!
Do you feel like you give yourself enough recognition and praise for the things you set out to do and accomplish? I know I don’t.
ANOTHER AMAZING ADVENTURE IN THE BOOKS… TREKKING IN THE ENCHANTED LAND OF NEPAL 2023!
I was honored to have eight incredible women accompany me on the trek of a lifetime in the Annapurna region. Everyone did fantastic and an
WHY BECOMING DEATHLY ILL IN INDIA CAN BE A PROFOUND BLESSING… [PART 1]
The reality didn’t hit me fully until I was brushing my teeth after arriving home in an emergency 4-flight, 38-hour travel marathon. As I washed
ARE YOU FANTASIZING ABOUT TREKKING IN NEPAL? HERE ARE SOME TIPS…
Proper etiquette and observing local customs while Trekking in the Enchanted Land of Nepal RESPECT THE LOCAL CULTURE: As in anywhere in the world, it
NEW MOON IN LIBRA ECLIPSE MAGIC!
🌑🌟 New Moon in Libra Eclipse Magic! 🌟🌑 [Saturday, October 14th 1:54pm EST] Embrace the Cosmic Dance! As the cosmos prepares to unveil its celestial
WALKING IN THE WONDER OF AUTUMN…
There is a delight in every step when you walk in autumn’s wonder… As the world transitions from the warm embrace of summer to the
LONG-DISTANCE HIKING
Are you considering hiking a long trail? There are numerous benefits to committing to such an undertaking. Here is an (unedited) section of my soon-to-be-published
WHAT’S SO SCARY ABOUT THE WOODS?
Why have the woods traditionally been portrayed as a dark and scary place? Timeless fairytales of old often feature the deep, dark forest where who
10+ REASONS TO FALL IN LOVE WITH WALKING!
Incorporating walking as a daily practice brings boundless benefits, contributing to a happier, healthier, and more balanced life. Whether you are taking a leisurely stroll
HOW TO AVOID GETTING BITTEN BY BITEY THINGS
Besides the nuisance and irritation of itchy insect bites, the biggest concern is the numerous diseases transmitted by mosquito bites, such as malaria, West Nile
WILDWOODWEAR WILL BE AT THE GET OFF THE GRID FESTIVAL AUGUST 18-20!
Late summer is upon us, and WildWoodWear is getting ready for the bi-annual GET OFF THE GRID FEST in Spartanburg, S.C., August 18th ~ 20th.
WHAT DOES INDEPENDENCE DAY MEAN TO YOU?
“Fourth of July” holds a sacred significance far beyond its traditional patriotic associations… inviting us to reflect on the values of freedom, independence, and unity
HAPPY FULL MOON IN CAPRICORN!
Happy FULL MOON in Capricorn! [Monday, July 3rd, 2023, 7:38am EST] Drama may seem to rule these days, but please do not forget you
DEER MAGIC IN THE WILDWOOD…
I startled a large deer on the trail today. He didn’t scamper very far away, maybe fifteen feet, and for a few moments, we just
SUMMER SOLSTICE MAGIC!
[Summer Solstice Wednesday, June 21st, 2023 10:57am EST] The Summer Solstice, a moment of profound inspiration and significance, marks the pinnacle of sunlight and the
WHEN THE WILD WOMAN ROAMED FREE IN THE FOREST…
When the Wild Woman roamed free in the forest without fear… bold and in her power, she was at peace in her mind and with
HAVE YOU HEARD THE PHRASE “HIKE YOUR OWN HIKE?”
Walking as a Sacred Path… Have you heard the phrase “Hike your own hike?” It is one of those phrases that make a lot of
WALKING AS A SACRED PRACTICE IS A MAGICAL PORTAL
Walking as a Sacred Practice… The Art of Slowing Down My pace quickens as I make my way to the trailhead. And the very moment
JOIN ME AT THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL DAYS FESTIVAL!
Yay! WildWoodWear is proud to be invited to the Appalachian Trail Days Festival (after being on the waitlist for 6 months!) Stop by and say
