Memoir of Gratitude:
Musings from trail reflections on life, love, and the power of gratitude.

COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE NATIONAL SCENIC AREA, OR: With an early morning start that really felt like the night before, I had plenty of road-time to Bridal Veil Falls in Oregon, a quick stop before my hike at Dry Creek Falls in the Columbia River Gorge. The stillness of the early morning was like a gentle…

ORTING, WA: I was truly inspired to hit the trails again today, feeling grateful that my minor injury from my first hike had fully healed.…

CHARLES LATHROP PACK EXPERIMENTAL FOREST, WA: There’s always a first, and today marked a wonderful milestone! This morning, I embarked on my very first solo…

My reflections primarily take place in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, but it feels essential to begin with the heart of my inspiration. My beloved wife…

Father, aspiring hiker, and grateful soul navigating life’s journey through loss and discovery in the beautiful landscape of the Pacific Northwest.