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Pivot

8 years ago 3 min read Stories About the West dogs fly fishing Oregon trail running trails

I never really wanted to live in Utah. For at least 6 years I claimed to be on the “one year plan.” My problem was with Utah’s urban areas, but the surrounding landscapes turned out to be a huge exploration opportunity.

Tearing

8 years ago 2 min read Stories About the West dandelions dogs shoulder surgery trail running utah volcanoes

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.

Homemade Bitter-infused Sugar Cubes - recipe below

Let's Celebrate!

8 years ago 3 min read Cocktails champagne deer leg dogs shoulder surgery spring

Here is a sparkly cocktail that is perfect for spring, for change, and our lucky, lucky lives.

Emma the dog stalking something in the snow.

Bend, Don’t Break

8 years ago 3 min read dogs mud rain snot trails winter Stories About the West

I am three weeks into a head cold that just won’t quit. I am well enough to go to work but, as I told my co-worker, I feel like half of my energy is going towards snot production.

Wintering

8 years ago 2 min read Things To Do Outside dogs dust ice trail running trails winter

I am being reminded of the challenges of winter running. Glare ice under a thin layer of snow fluff that requires a short stride and careful steps. Snow packed into dirt, filling in the texture and making for slick descents.