Say YES to “overpriced” plane tickets

We emerge from a short walk through the tropical forest to aquamarine waters lapping against miles of pristine beach. We look left and right and there’s not a soul in sight. The fresh breeze smells like summer, filling our lungs with salty air and our faces with...

“Imposter Syndrome” in the outdoors

I occasionally get to write passion pieces for my job, and this blog about Imposter Syndrome is one of them. I’m so energized by the feedback this received from the community, and I want to share it with you all here, on my personal blog, because it’s...

What happened when I got picked to speak at a Moth StorySLAM

Every year I put together a list of resolutions for the New Year. Two lists, actually. One that I share publicly, and one that I keep for myself. An exclusive list if you will.One of the items on my super secret list this year was to tell a story at a Moth StorySLAM....
How To Officiate a Wedding

How To Officiate a Wedding

You’re thrilled when your friends ask you to marry them. Now it’s time to get to work – let’s dive in on how To officiate a wedding and everything you need to know for the ceremony. Tonight is the night. You can feel it in your bones....

Set Up Your Emergency Contact Information in 2018

Every year on President’s Day Weekend (Feb 19 specifically) I am reminded of the importance of having up to date contact information. I share this story in hopes it will spur you to action – in fact I didn’t realize that when I got a new phone my...

Resolutions for 2018

I have a thing for even numbers. Even though I was born on the 13th day in the 5th month of the year, I was born in 1984. For whatever reason I seem to do better, and find more happiness, in ‘even’ years.In 2010 I lost a bunch of weight, discovered my love...