Why Being Near Water Makes You Feel Better (It’s Actually Science)
All my life I have been drawn to water. Lakes, oceans, rivers, creeks – any body of water, really. One beautiful fall day, we were floating down the New River in West Virginia with a fishing guide. We were talking about how moving water makes us feel at peace. And our guide (Hey, Square!) mentioned…
Three “don’t miss” hikes in Shenandoah National Park
In this post, I am going to share my top three favorite hikes in Shenandoah National Park. We are lucky enough to live about 1-2 hours from the many, many hikes within Virginia’s largest National Park depending on which part of the park you’re planning to visit. Shenandoah National Park is about 200,000 acres with…
Two Weeks in Southern Nevada & Utah
In the summer of 2022, two of my girlfriends and I rented an RV and spent two weeks exploring the northern tip of Nevada and southern Utah. We enjoyed a mix of Utah’s Mighty Five national parks and some very cool state parks. It was an incredible trip that I reflect on often. We hiked…
About Me
Hi there! My name is Lauren. I am the furbaby mama. Don’t worry, you’ll hear more about the furbabies later. I am an avid adventurer, gardener, reader and all-around-hobbyist. I guess that’s why I’m here. I am super excited to share what I’ve learned through trial and error with you as I’ve dived into my…
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