Non-Trekking Uses for Trekking Poles

Non-Trekking Uses for Trekking Poles

In the spirit of innovation, I asked you to share your most creative uses for trekking poles. First, my story: The car is locked, and the keys are inside. Having already endured a 3am start, many miles of skinning in tough conditions, and a sporty ski and hike back to...
Theresa Silveyra: 30 Before 30

Theresa Silveyra: 30 Before 30

In fall 2020, I interviewed Theresa Silveyra and Amber Chang after learning about Theresa’s 30 Before 30 project. (We all know I love a good 30 before 30 project!) It was my pleasure to interview these inspirational women to learn more about Theresa and her plan...
The Best Baby Shower Gift for Outdoorsy Parents

The Best Baby Shower Gift for Outdoorsy Parents

Want to give the best baby shower gift for outdoorsy parents? Something mom didn’t register for but definitely needs? Look no further for your outdoorsy friends: you need to get mom a convertible, baby-wearing coat! Perfect for pregnant people who love to get outside...
Set Up Your Emergency Contact Information

Set Up Your Emergency Contact Information

Editor’s Note: I published this post for the first time in 2016, two years after Loren’s accident. Every year around the February 19 anniversary I republish the blog to encourage you to set up your emergency contact information as a way to honor...
Lucca Nello Tursi: A Birth Story

Lucca Nello Tursi: A Birth Story

Limp, blue, and with lungs full of gunk, Lucca Nello Tursi made a memorable entrance into this world. As icing on the cake, he left a perfect poop-emoji dump on the floor of the operating room. Everyone had a good laugh about it once he started crying. Here is his...
Dear Turns All Year: I Quit

Dear Turns All Year: I Quit

Dear Turns All Year, We need to talk. After nearly nine years together, I think it’s time we take a break.  It’s not you, it’s me. I just feel like we want different things… You know what, I can’t lie to you. After 107 months together (not that I’m obsessively...
Actually the Most Offensive Word

Actually the Most Offensive Word

Today’s the day. The big deadline that’s been giving you hives for at least three weeks, or maybe four, and has pegged your anxiety level between a six and an eight on most days is here. Now, finally, it’s time to present your months of hard work....
How We Lost It

How We Lost It

How We Lost It is the final chapter of a three-part series exploring our not-so-straightforward pregnancy/fertility journey. Visit Musings of a Maybe-Mama for Part I, and How I Told Him for Part III. A dull ache persists in my abdomen, on the lower...