This afternoon, I am nostalgic and a bit sad. Goodbyes are never easy, but we all need to let go of the past and move freely toward the promise of tomorrow without burden. Looking back on 2016, it would be very easy to write it off as one of the worst years of my life. … More Endings Birth Beginnings
This post was written with the attempt to let you guys know that I’m alive. This is me waving my arms frantically and shouting, “I’m still here!”. I have not abandoned writing, on the contrary, I have embraced it wholeheartedly. This summer, I faced a not-so-unique vet student predicament, I was without money. I know … More That Time I Became a Sellout
Now that I have survived my first year of veterinary school, I can officially give others advice with some credibility. I realize that no amount of instruction on my part can ensure your success, but I think you can learn from my own personal trials and tribulations. Go to orientation. I remember looking at our … More The First Year Survival Guide
When asked by my friend, Megan, to share a photo that makes me proud to be a dog owner, I decided to take it one step further. This is my best friend, constant companion, exercise partner, and trail buddy. For the past four years she has loved me more than I have ever loved myself. … More #MuttMonday: Proud Dog Owner
Now that summer is officially upon us, hiking activity is at an all time high. With seasonal changes also come changes in the behavior and movement of native wildlife. As an avid hiker, I tend to be more aware of what is at my feet, as opposed to what is in the surrounding forest. … More Hiking With Dogs: How to Coexist Peacefully with Venomous Snakes
I’m coming to the sad realization that my time in the Pacific Northwest is quickly coming to an end. Liberty and I will be making our departure the first week of August. I am truly dreading this moment. But for now, I will spend my time making the best of every day I get to … More #MuttMonday: Go with the Flow
I hate making excuses… I really do. But, this time I have a really great excuse! My writing has been on hiatus for the past few weeks and I apologize. This month I have been working diligently at the shelter, trying to make money, and hiking all over Washington State. I have barely had enough … More #MuttMonday aka #MountainMonday
We all know that the most opportune time to plan the rest of our lives is while we should be sleeping. I find myself restless in bed, flooded with thoughts of the next days, weeks, and years to come. So much to look forward to, yet so much uncertainty. This past year has changed me … More Ponderings Before Bed: What The Future May Hold?
A few weeks ago, the pups and I had the opportunity to hold a photoshoot in the local corn field. The yellow plants are mustard, which I just learned are used as a cover crop. I was wondering why there were acres of beautiful yellow fields that appeared almost overnight. Fun Fact: The farmer arrived just … More #MuttMonday or #MusturdMonday
Beyond the Blue Coat 