The idea started as an offhand suggestion in a conversation with my therapist — but it was something I had been quietly considering for a while. Once I looked at the pieces of my life — a new fully remote role, stable and good health, the flexibility of being single — the question became: if not now, when?

So here I am, hiking, wandering, and road tripping my way through new places, and giving myself the grace to explore at my own pace. This page is where I’ll share highlights from the journey: trails I’ve hiked, miles logged, and key moments so far.