the moment before
It’s gray and cold, my hoodie is tied tight at my chin. A tiny stream seeps from a pile of shriveled and melting black snow where a mummified squirrel is revealed, his tail a soft curve. Last year’s fall display crunches underfoot in a seemingly barren forest. But green rises in round pools of life, […]
post thru-hike gear wrapup: Leki Micro Vario Ti Cor-Tec pole
Gusts were at “extreme gale” in exposed areas and squally showers blew sideways the day I crossed Nelson Lakes National Park’s Traverse Saddle in New Zealand’s South Island. I made it to the top with enough clear sky to shoot a selfie even if I was barely able to stand. Going down, per usual, was […]
audio narrative: the joy of missing out
Instead of desperately missing the things you can’t do, it’s better to enjoy what’s right in front of you.
…and we have a winner!
forest fungus fotos
Fungus was certainly among us when Richard and I walked the Kepler Track in New Zealand’s South Island.
time to vote!
Vote for your top three favorite avatar names…Deadline is Tuesday, April 23 at midnight I am overjoyed with the number of entries I received on the website and on social media for this naming contest many replete with background stories and good vibes. While I convened a jury to select finalists – cos it was […]
TA audio narrative: in the South Island
When talking about the islands of New Zealand, you say “in” the island, not “on” because they’re huge.
Avatar needs a name!
Attention creative thinkers! Help me name the blissful hiker avatar. Win lots of accolades, maybe some fame, and definitely good karma! Post your best ideas in comments. Deadline: day after tax day
TA homeward bound
Of course, there had to be just one more tramp before leaving.
TA Stewart Island
I can’t think of any better representation of beauty than someone who is unafraid to be herself. —Emma Stone The main goal of this five-month leave from work and life has been ticked off the list and there are a few days left before Richard arrives, so I fill the time by leaping over to […]
