The Ascent

Long Time No Talk Adventures! I typically aim to post weekly updates, but today's post may come as a surprise since I've recently shifted my focus to writing about Talent Acquisition, another passion of mine. Remarkably, the last post you likely read was conceived just an hour prior to this one! I had been grappling with some life challenges and feeling somewhat down, but I was reminded that I am surrounded by many blessings that deserve my gratitude. I had an incredible summer amidst mountainous landscapes, in the company of cherished family and friends, and deep in thought as I tried new things freely. It's time I celebrated the gift that life has bestowed upon me, choosing to focus on the joys rather than dwell on the hardships that hit me. This perspective is what hit me during my trip to the mountains today. Today's expedition led us to Mount Carrigain , standing tall at 4,683 feet. This mountain boasts two trails leading to its peak, but only one is suitable for d

Over my journey to see some amazing natural canvases, I am learning that there will be down times and times I need to focus on getting better without the reward, and to enjoy my moments painting my own masterpiece. That is what the end of the summer is! As you saw in my last post, I completed Techumseh on July 19th, but I am writing this post over a month later (September 2nd to be exact). But why, you may ask? I had an amazing time with family, and it is my first time back to the mountain! But what did I do with that time? I painted my own masterpiece, creating more memories with family and friends! Right after returning from Tecumseh, we took off for a family reunion in Mexico! In Mexico, we saw some of the most amazing things! We spent time walking the Tulum Ruins , swimming in Underground Cenotes , visiting Chichen Itza (a Seven Wonder of the New World), and snorkeling the great reefs of Cozumel! From there, we took off to enjoy time with the kids in D.C., where we spe

What is up Adventures! One of the coolest things about embarking on new adventures is that every step feels like a first. From conquering the first rain hike to using hiking poles for the first time, scaling a NH 4K peak for the first time, camping under the stars, and more—the list of "firsts" keeps growing. And this time, get ready for another thrilling first! For this hike, I was up and at it early! It was the first time I attempted to drive to NH, hike, and return all in one day. I've seen others in the books and groups do it, but could I manage driving 3 - 4 hours from Rhode Island, hiking, and then making the return journey? I had my doubts, but if it was feasible, it meant I could bag more hikes! That's why I chose Mount Tecumseh . The trail was only about 3 hours away (southernmost peaks are in Waterville Valley), it was one of the shortest hikes at 5 miles, and the summit is the shortest peak at 4,003 feet, not even above the treeline. The hike can be summed