I can remember wanting to write this post my first season here at ISKY. And now that I’m reunited with my old trailer, my old bed, and my old bathroom, I find myself inspired again. Continue reading “A Shower-Lover’s Lament”
Author: Mariana
I like to keep moving.
Play Time
I’m inclined to start this post with an apology, though to be honest I’m not quite sure who I’m apologizing to. I know many of my friends and loved ones read this little blog, mostly to keep up with me and the places I go – but as a form of entertainment too, I guess. And so my first thought is to apologize for not updating in so long. But then I think to myself that I’m not really important enough to actually be sorry for this. Don’t worry single reader, I’m not digging for compliments here. I know people enjoy my writing. I’m just not quite at the level that anyone is waiting with baited breath for my blog posts. Continue reading “Play Time”
Why I Chose Vegan(ish)
This winter I’ve started an experiment that has lead to a major life change. I think this will probably come as a shock to many of those that know me, but in the past few months I’ve made the decision to eliminate animal products from my diet. Vegan isn’t quite the word to describe it. I still indulge in dairy products every now and then, and I’ll even eat certain meats on special occasions. But I’ve been making an effort lately to keep to a plant-based diet. And I feel great! Continue reading “Why I Chose Vegan(ish)”
Back to Red Rock Country
It’s been a week and a half since I’ve moved back to ISKY (should be 2 weeks, but rodent-related car issues delayed my arrival), and sitting here in the Moab library I’m feeling obligated to update you all on something or other. Continue reading “Back to Red Rock Country”
In Honor of Black History Month
I love my job. But it’s easy to feel discouraged, frustrated, and downright neglected from the powers that be and the community I strive to serve. Videos like this remind me how worthwhile it all is and make my heart happy. Watch it. By the end I bet it will make your heart happy too.
Denver
Hallelujah!
The snow gods have been blessing us hugely in the past 3 days which has made for some amazing conditions I just couldn’t stay inside for. And guess what, I’m feeling a semblance of my old self again! There’s still pain but with a little help from my good friend ibuprofin (doses of 800 thanks to my Spanish leftovers) I am not only skiing again but skiing well! After months of disappointment, this feels good, and this all couldn’t come soon enough since I leave for Canyonlands in less than a week! Continue reading “Denver”
Misadventure
A few weeks ago a good friend came to town, and with him came a connection to a guy who owned a backcountry hut up by the continental divide. Once invited, A and I were psyched about the chance for an overnight adventure. There was only one problem: just days before I had finally seen a podiatrist about my still sore foot/ankle situation, and he had put me on a strict regime of advil, ice, and no unnecessary physical activity for the next week. The hut was only available for one night during the time our friend was in town, so we were faced with a decision: figure out a way to get me to that hut without ‘unnecessary physical activity,’ or skip it. Not one to back down from a challenge, the guys put there heads together and came up with a plan: people use sleds to haul gear into the backcountry all the time, why not use it for me? Continue reading “Misadventure”
Where I’m Going
Writing in front of the fire on this chilly Colorado evening makes me happy it’s winter. And since I’m generally a warm weather girl, that is a very good thing. Continue reading “Where I’m Going”
Hot Spring Therapy
As most of you know, I am currently in the midst of a battle with a particularly nasty bout of tendinitis. This puts me in a pretty tortuous position, living at what is pretty much considered the center of all-things outdoor recreation, and essentially, all things which I cannot partake in. But there is one activity quite common in the area that I have found quite suited to my current condition: the hot spring. Apparently, they are everywhere around here – a fact I did not know earlier this month when A and I made the 2 hour drive to Glennwood Springs, CO to stay in a fancy hotel and visit their famous hot springs. Continue reading “Hot Spring Therapy”
No Bake Goodies
Yesterday was the day I have been waiting for for a very long time. My new computer arrived! My old one pooped out earlier this month, hence the lack of posts, but I plan on making up for that now that I’ve got technology back in my corner. So here it goes: Continue reading “No Bake Goodies”
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