Saying Grace
What are your thankful for? As we gather around the table this Thursday to celebrate Thanksgiving in the United States, I’ve been thinking about what I will say when my turn comes to talk about what I grateful for. The list is so long! I’ve been incredibly fortunate—blessed with a loving and amazingly supportive partner, […]
Strong Bones for the Win
To avoid fractures and osteoporosis as we age, we need more calcium. The best way to get it is not in a pill.
first TEDx in the bag
My talk on resilience was a smash because I worked hard to refine it, memorize it, then perform it.
The Grace of a Good Teacher
When learning a new skill, or pushing out of our comfort zone, it’s not enough to just want to do it. We also need a good and effective guide.
Backpacking While Old
A wise woman who’s hiking into her 80’s once told me not to compare myself to younger hikers – or even to my younger self.
Don’t Dream – Do
When it comes to dreams, don’t let them become a broken record of something you’ll do “someday.” Take the first step and act.
Blissful TEDx speaker
I will give my first TEDx talk this October 10 in Manchester, New Hampshire.
pausing
I only have a small bit of the Pyrenean Haute Route to finish, but it will have to happen another time.
HRP: Section Five
I climb the highest peak in the Eastern Pyrenees plus a spectacular ridge walk, before being done in by a quiche and leaving trail (temporarily!)
HRP: Section Four continues
The route enters the tiny, landlocked and mountainous country of Andorra with its beautiful vistas and generous people who help me out of a jam.
