by Kristina | Dec 29, 2016 | Life
The holidays are a complicated time. While some people enjoy huge celebrations with loving families, many spend them alone with little fanfare. I was one of the lucky ones. I grew up decorating locally-acquired, “Charlie Brown” Christmas trees, hanging...
by Kristina | Dec 1, 2016 | Life, Montana
Going through a box of old pictures the other day, I came across what I believe is my first selfie. Based on the glasses (and the teeth and the bangs and the seersucker shirt), this is roughly 1992, and I am 8. We had the 1989 GMC Safari van for at least 12 more...
by Kristina | Nov 24, 2016 | Life, The Mountaineers
As someone who posts a new blog every Thursday, I’m growing the love the fact that I have one required time every year to give thanks.I’m thankful for a lot of things this year: my incredible friends and family, a supportive community of adventurers, and...
by Kristina | Nov 17, 2016 | Life, Montana
Me on the left with my friend Marley. 1989.Growing up in Montana, winter was always close at hand. We never spent much money on Halloween costumes because we’d end up wearing our ski pants and heavy winter jackets over the top anyway. My birthday is in mid-May...
by Kristina | Nov 11, 2016 | Life
We all have things we hold dear – things that make our souls feel whole and our heart’s shine. Here’s a list, in no particular order, of things that are important to me: Recreation: I love getting outside, whether it’s in a tutu or not. The...
by Kristina | Oct 20, 2016 | Advice, Life, Tutu
So you’re thinking about getting a tutu. Congratulations! This is a big step in your journey toward becoming a true outdoor enthusiast. Everyone knows: you aren’t really an adventurer until you’ve adventured in a tutu. Your choice in tutu color is...
