Northbound: A Road Back to Alaska
After five long days, nearly 3,000 miles, and countless cups of gas station coffee, I finally made it home to Alaska. This blog is my raw and honest account of driving from Oregon to Alaska through sleepless nights, remote stretches with no cell service, frost-damaged highways, and moments of pure exhaustion mixed with joy. With my dog Thor by my side, I crossed mountains, forests, and endless miles of highway to return to the place that has always felt like home. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to make the drive to Alaska, from the planning to the emotional toll and the beauty along the way, this is my story.
Looking In the Rearview
In ‘She’s in the Rearview Now,’ I share my personal journey of growth, resilience, and self-discovery after living with rheumatoid arthritis. From chasing success at any cost to finding humility and strength in the face of change, this post reflects on the life lessons I’ve learned and how they’re guiding me as I return home to Alaska. If you’ve ever looked back at your old self in the rearview mirror and felt both gratitude and sadness, you’ll connect with this honest reflection on letting go, moving forward, and embracing the future with purpose.
The Great Indoors: Thriving Tiny Gardens in Wild Alaska
Living in Alaska means learning how to do more with less—less sunlight, less time, and sometimes, less space. But don’t let that stop you from growing your own food. Whether you're working with a small yard, a porch, or just a windowsill, small space gardening in Alaska is not only possible, it’s powerful. In this post, I’m sharing some of the best herbs, veggies, and even flowers that thrive in tight quarters, colder temps, and creative containers. Let’s grow something wild and local, right where you are.
5 Medicinal Herbs to Grow In Alaska
Discover five beginner-friendly medicinal herbs you can grow at home yarrow, chamomile, calendula, mint, and lemon balm. Learn their traditional uses, healing benefits, and how to start incorporating them into your wellness journey. Perfect for Alaskans and aspiring herbalists alike.
How I Manage My Pain Naturally & Honestly
A couple of ways I have found to naturally help my chronic illness and pain.
