Leave No Trace
I’m sure most of you have heard the term “Leave No Trace” and have the general idea to not litter, stay on trail, pack it in pack it out, and keep nature natural. (I’m also sure many of you have … Continue reading Leave No Trace
High Blood Sugars and Dizzy, Beautiful Views
The quiet illuminates my solitude And amplifies my inner voice. The white noise of my down jacket sleeves rubbing against my core And of my ice cleats crunching frozen snow Becomes loud and overbearing. I stop and feel the slight … Continue reading High Blood Sugars and Dizzy, Beautiful Views
November: Blue and Green
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. This is a time for all of us diabetics to share the warning signs and daily lifestyle changes we are experiencing because of this disease and a time to raise money for organizations like … Continue reading November: Blue and Green
Minimal Waste and Medical Supplies
Having a disability can result in SO much physical waste. Every day I discard alcohol swabs, insulin pens, plastic casing around needles, and packaging from my pump and glucose monitor into the landfill. As much as I would love to … Continue reading Minimal Waste and Medical Supplies
Camping with Crutches
“Never let your disability or injury hinder your experiences!” A quick update: I broke both my tibia and fibula in the middle of May which lead to surgery with some plates and spoons, I mean screws! At the time … Continue reading Camping with Crutches
Geology of Lake Superior Field Camp
(YAY ROCKS!) Let’s bring back the vibe of Type One Geologist and Veggies, Volcanoes and Vials of insulin as I embark on a month long adventure as a vegan geo-nerd thriving with type one diabetes!! This May Term (a … Continue reading Geology of Lake Superior Field Camp
Support Your Local Type 1 Farmer
This current winter I am supporting Elsewhere Farms in Herbster, WI by purchasing a winter greens CSA share. CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture. This share is all paid upfront directly to the farmer so that he,she,they can provide … Continue reading Support Your Local Type 1 Farmer
Colorado for 2 please
To compliment my last writing piece on the benefits of being and traveling alone, here are some words on traveling as a pair. **** Recently, I took a road-trip with my significant other from Upper Wisconsin to Superior, Colorado (just … Continue reading Colorado for 2 please
An Ode to 2018: Growth from Time Alone
This past year, 2018, has brought bountiful travel, change and love. I made some of the biggest decisions of my life which brought me to some of my loneliest moments. However, I have never been happier or more alive. I … Continue reading An Ode to 2018: Growth from Time Alone
Why I Camp: Benefits of embodying the Dirtbag Lifestyle
The past two weekends I have had the pleasure of camping with people very close to my heart- my significant other and my roommate/best friend. For both of these excursions, I only packed one outfit and my camping gear, but … Continue reading Why I Camp: Benefits of embodying the Dirtbag Lifestyle
