( ★★★★★ ) This trip had it all. It had axes! It had fire!  Plus normal stuff: Friendsgiving with Wisconsin expats and Seppi’s veggie...

(★★★★) This is a bit of a splurge; I am aware. I’m tired of changing / wasting batteries.

(★★★★★) Every cell hurt this morning. But it's full moon day! Can't skip.

I’ve been thinking about how to write this for a while. Solitary souls are often described in the negative: The social situations and...

(★★★★★) I’ve visited the Tahoe area before, but this was my first solo Barb-style trip. I can’t wait to come back.

(★★★★★) Sleep headphones are a thing. When I found out, I had to try them.

(★★★★★) Ten years ago I left Minneapolis for an uncertain future in the Bay Area.

If you have leaks… Or are paranoid you might have a leak at some point, get a moisture detector for peace of mind. The YoLink system ...

This soup meets a very specific need. I’ve been searching for an instant soup that’s more satisfying than veggie broth, but still light...

Sports bras did not exist until 19-f-ing-77. I can’t get over this. There are so many mind-blowing facts and enraging/inspiring stories...

Another year, another Yosemite pilgrimage! This was a pretty good one. I could have worked less (boo!) and planned some bits better, but...

Pro tip: The full moon rises over Half Dome, it does not set over Half Dome. You need to go in the evening to see them together. I...

Got it! Moments later the Harvest Moon was eclipsed by a cloud bank. If I’d snoozed for ten more minutes I would have missed it. ...

Renting a VRBO 30 minutes from home: Weird or Awesome? Verdict: AWESOME. The glowing reviews for this charming cottage in the redwoods...

The first over-the-counter GCM in the U.S. launched in late August, and I ordered the Dexcom Stelo immediately – I’ve been waiting for...

Smoked out! My hiking and stargazing ambitions were thwarted. That’s OK, time with the parents is always the main thing – and I got to...

First use, did great. I wanted something that would work as an airplane carry-on, backpacking pack and potentially a work pack. The...

Sandals for hiking! Set your toes free! Headquartered in Missoula (❤️), Bedrock makes lightweight sandals with grippy bottoms and...

I say NO to Power Yoga. That was another era. Now I go for stretchy, restorative yoga. Adriene and Benji have been my YouTube go-to for...

I like this idea . Designate one day each month to catch up on life tasks; one day to unplug and relax; one day to review and plan. I...