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Don't You Give Up On Me

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Don’t You Give Up on Me A few months ago, I woke up with a song stuck in my head. The funny thing was, I couldn't remember what the song was called or even most of the lyrics. All I could remember was this little part: “Oh oh ooooh oh, there is so much more.” That was it. Just that little piece playing over and over in my head. The strange thing was that in my dream, I knew the song. I knew what I was hearing, but when I woke up, I couldn't quite put it all together. I spent time trying to figure out what song it was, searching for lyrics and trying to find the one that matched the little piece I couldn't shake. Eventually, I found it: Don't You Give Up on Me. And suddenly, the lyrics meant so much more. At the time, I was working through a situation in my life that I had been praying about for a while. I kept asking God for answers, for clarity, and for some indication of what I was supposed to do next. I thought I was making progress. I thought I was moving forward an...
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#41in41 Another Year of Saying Yes

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  Another Year of Saying Yes #41in41 Every year on my birthday, I make a bucket list with one adventure for every year I've been alive. I have been doing it for almost a decade!! Some things are big, some are small, and some are completely random. Looking back at #41in41, I'm reminded that life isn't measured by how busy we are. It's measured by the stories we collect. Here are the adventures that made my 41st year unforgettable. #1 – La Leona Waterfall-  The hike to La Leona Waterfall had everything, river crossings, scrambling over rocks, and squeezing through a narrow canyon before the bright blue water finally appeared. The water was too high and had a strong current  to get close, but I got to float down the river. It was the perfect reminder that the best adventures aren't always the easiest. #2 – Cloud Forest-  Walking through a cloud forest felt like stepping into another world. One minute I had incredible views, and the next I was surrounded by mist. ...
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Finding My Community One Trail at a Time: Why I Joined Girls Gone Hiking

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Sometimes all it takes is one post on social media to change your life. One day, I came across an invitation to join a Girls Gone Hiking event. Not long after, I saw they were looking for hike leads. I had always loved hiking and have always been passionate about building community, so something about the group immediately caught my attention. I decided to attend one of their social outings before making any commitments. Looking back, it was one of the best decisions I could have made. From the moment I arrived, I knew this was something I wanted to be a part of. The women were welcoming, genuine, and shared the same appreciation for the outdoors that I did. It didn't matter whether someone was an experienced hiker or just getting started. Everyone belonged. I left that social event feeling inspired, energized, and excited for what was ahead. After meeting with the Girls Gone Hiking team, I knew I had found a community that reflected what I value most. I applied to become a hike le...
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