• Personal Writing

    Tough Times Call for Beautiful Measures

    Life is not easy. Living in a world full of negativity and trying to pull away from it is not easy. Trying to fit yourself into the standards of society by looking, or being, or doing as everyone else is not easy. Healing and moving forward is not easy. Being happy and positive all the time is not easy. We all fall victim to making life harder than it needs to be mostly by focusing on the bad and forgetting the good. Even when people perceive their life as being…

  • Adventuring in Maine

    Potts Point Preserve

    This was a great first trail to do in March because it was shorter, there was barely any snow, it had ocean views, and I only came across two people the entire time I was there. It isn’t much of a trail but you can see Maine’s rocky coast line here, casco bay, and many islands in the distance. This trail was perfect for a random adventure to get out of the house. It is perfect if you want to explore, have a picnic or if you just want to…

  • Adventuring in Maine

    Hedgehog Mountain

    This was a short hike with minimal elevation gain. It was a nice trail to do in early March as Maine was slowly coming out of winter mode. It is easy for beginners and kids, plus it has as a good summit view – especially if you’re looking to catch a sunset. Overall, I would hike this trail again. It is a good hike to do as a beginner or to just get outdoors. It also would be a perfect running trail, if you’re into trail running. I think that…

  • Personal Writing

    Dear Past Me – I Forgive You

    Dear past me, I forgive you. I used to blame you, but I no longer do. I’ve spent countless hours revisiting the past and blaming you for everything, for things that were not your fault and I am sorry. I know now. I know you did everything you could. I know you did the best with what, and who, you had. I know you did it all for you, for me – for us. I know growing up was difficult for you. I know you felt like you weren’t protected…