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

MOUNT SI, NORTH BEND, WA: I’ve always found that the hours before the world wakes up are the most honest. This morning, as I drove toward North Bend under a dark ceiling of the fading night, I felt that familiar pull toward a gift of another journey: Teneriffe Falls. There’s a certain weight to the…

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 wife and…

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