Coming Back to Myself

It’s been a while since I’ve written here - about a year and a half - and it feels so good to finally be back. I’ve missed this space more than I realized. Writing has always been my way of grounding myself, of sorting through the noise in my head and remembering what matters the most.

A lot has happened since you last heard from me. life has been full of change - some beautiful, some hard, and a lot in between. My mind’s been scattered, and there were stretches of time where I couldn't bring myself to write about my adventures, or even take new ones. It’s strange when something you love so much suddenly feels so out of reach.

Last year was rough, Mentally I wasn’t in a good place. I stopped prioritizing the things that made me feel alive: time outdoors, quiet trails, fresh air, and the kind of stillness that resets you. I let all of that slip away, and with it, I lost a piece of myself. It’s a strange feeling looking in the mirror and not fully recognizing yourself - but sometimes losing yourself is what forces you to rebuild stronger.

Over this past year, Iv’e grown so much as a person. My life has changed in ways I never expected - in the best ways possible. I met someone who’s completely changed my world. They’ve made me a better person inside and out, and together we’ve been navigating all the highs and lows life brings. It’s funny how someone can walk into your life and suddenly feel like they’ve always been meant to be there. They’ve inspired me, supported me, and reminded me of the things that make me me - including this blog.

So, here I am again.

I’ve taken a few hikes since my last post, though not as nearly as many as I'd like. But that’s about to change. I’m ready to get back on track, back outside, and back to writing. My goal is to post once a week again - sharing new adventures, trail tips, and maybe even some stories that are a little more personal.

With winter on the way, hiking might slow down, but that doesn’t mean the writing has to. I’m planning to mix things up - share more about my life, my thoughts, and the lessons I’ve learned along the way, while still keeping the outdoors at the heart of it all.

I also have a bunch of older hikes I never got around to posting - ones that mean a lot to me and deserve their moment to shine. If that’s something you’d like to read about, let me know! I’d love to revisit those memories and bring them back to life here.

Honestly, I’m not even sure who’s still reading this or if anyone will, but that’s not really the point. Writing has always been something I do for me - it’s therapeutic, grounding, and exciting. I can’t wait to dive back in and share this journey with you again.

And if you want to hear about my most recent adventure - a beautiful trip to Aspen - stay tuned. The post is coming soon.

Here’s to new beginnings, rediscovering old passions, and getting back to the trails (and the words) that make me feel alive.