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My Wellness Journey
Stories from the mountains that changed me - and the journey still unfolding
When Cancer Becomes the Catalyst for Change
Cancer has touched my family more times than I ever imagined, each loss leaving a lasting imprint on my heart. When my cousin was diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer, it became the wake-up call that pushed me to change my life. This is the story of how grief, courage, and faith led me to pursue 29029 — and how God showed up in a moment I’ll never forget.
Climb the Damn Mountain: How Kindness Carried Me Through Whistler
During my fourth ascent at 29029 Whistler, intense pain nearly stopped me in my tracks—until an unexpected encounter changed everything. A simple wooden token, offered with kindness and encouragement, became the spark I needed to keep climbing. This is a story about perseverance, community, and how even the smallest gesture can help us overcome the hardest moments.
Choosing Discomfort: How Early Retirement Became the First Step Toward Reinventing My Life
After 30 years in corporate life, the pandemic forced me to face a truth I’d ignored for far too long—I had been living on autopilot. Early retirement wasn’t just a career shift; it became my first step toward choosing discomfort, rediscovering myself, and embracing a life filled with intention.