Unwind from the Grind

After an intense academic year, I made it my mission to "unwind from the grind." I had in mind a backpacking trip that would take me across 500 miles of hiking trails in my home state. After the brutal murder of a hiker on the Appalachian Trail this spring, I became somewhat discouraged with my quest to complete the long-distance hike this summer. Additionally, the responsibilities of adulthood presented obstacles to my spending a continuous month in the woods. After reevaluating my reasons for the hike, I discovered that what I really needed was not one whole month alone in the wilderness.

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Music for Fun

While at The Haunt in Ithaca waiting for Tank and the Bangas to start, I spotted this poster of a familiar New Orleans band.

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Family & Friends

Burton & Tom tailgating at a musical gathering. We live in a musically-rich part of New York State. We regularly have jams, a low-stress environment for people to come together in making music. Tom's a luthier and Burton writes children's stories, and his claim to fame is his notoriety as the first hippie of Allegany County.

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Recreation

More adventures with my most loyal companion, Penny. Penny used to herd my sheep. Now, she's back to being a cow dog and an A+ adventure companion. Penny loves swamps and playing fetch.

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Quiet Moments

Chapel at Central Oak Heights, PA. I taught dance and served as a counselor to middle school students. A peaceful reprieve.

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Travel

A sign I saw on my way to school every morning that made me think of my dear uncle, Spencer Bohren. June will find me in New Orleans for his celebration of life.