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Arrow leaf balsam root

Tearing

7 years ago 2 min read Stories About the Westdandelionsdogsshoulder surgerytrail runningutahvolcanoes
Yesterday my shoulder surgeon told me I was “stiff, but nice.” I struggled to figure out what nice meant in terms of healing, but then he added, “Most people aren’t very happy with me when their shoulder is still stiff at 12 weeks.” Ugh.
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tumbleweeds in Utah

Tumbleweeds

7 years ago 2 min read Stories About the Westrussian thistlesprawltumbleweeds
Actually the desiccated carcasses of an invasive species, commonly known as Russian Thistle, tumbleweeds rolling across the open desert are as iconic as it gets. But those weeds can’t tumble forever!
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Road Trip

Road Trip

7 years ago 3 min read Stories About the WestOregonriversroad tripsheep
Do you know that anxiety that creeps back into your belly as a trip comes close to the end? This is especially noticeable with trips that require airplanes.
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Laurel Hunter
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You want advice? I’ve got advice.

You want advice? I’ve got advice.

7 years ago 3 min read Stories About the Westadvicefreak outmeltdownsurfing
I used to freak out. I remember sailing on a reservoir in Colorado as a kid. The boat capsized and all of my family members were bobbing in the lake in yellow and orange life jackets.
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Homemade Bitter-infused Sugar Cubes - recipe below

Let's Celebrate!

7 years ago 3 min read Cocktailschampagnedeer legdogsshoulder surgeryspring
Here is a sparkly cocktail that is perfect for spring, for change, and our lucky, lucky lives.
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