Mining for Gold Nuggets in the River of Life — Do you remember where you were when you turned 33? If you’re younger, do you know where you would like to be when you’re 33? On my 33rd birthday, I was doing what I love: being immersed in nature, hands in the dirt, sun on my face, panning for gold…

So simple but so delicious — I’ve been a smoothie junkie for some time now… It started as a kid with Jamba Juice and Robeks, then morphed into DIY smoothies from home with all the exotic superfood ingredients. …

…And Why Only .05% of People Even Try! — Many people think when their insurance company denies their medical claim, that is the end of it. People fret about having to pay a massive bill on their own with no help from their insurance company. However, this is NOT the case. …

And then some… — “Writing is probably one-fifth coming up with the stuff, and four-fifths self-editing again and again and again.” — David Mitchell This has been one of the truest things I’ve ever heard. Writing my first book gave me the experiential reality of this. I was hired to write my first book…

The first one just got published… keep going! — Last year I had the opportunity to get paid to write my very first book. A friend of mine wanted to get her stories as a nurse and the hidden truths about the medical system out to the world. …

…To Live a More Rewarding Life — During these cold, dark winter months in Yosemite I have thought more about my death than usual. Perhaps it’s the two terrible sicknesses I’ve gotten over the past couple of months that made me think about the end. Maybe it's the fact that where I live stays in the shadow…

The more I learn the creepier it gets… — Last week, Highway 140 coming into Yosemite was closed due to a massive rockfall that came down onto the road. Not much information was released but we knew it was a big deal since it closed the road down for several days. What we didn’t know for several days was…

The ever-changing landscape of my inner and outer reality — If you follow me, thank you to infinite and beyond. I’m thrilled that my words are being read, and more importantly enjoyed, by people I never previously knew (and a few I do know — hi mom!). You’ve inspired me to write more this year. …

What It’s Taught Me About Humanity — I live and work in Yosemite National Park as a hiking and backpacking guide. Living in one of the most beautiful places in the world means you share it with other people… sometimes millions of people. Although most only stay for a few days, there are about 4 million people…