Einstein said the 8th wonder of the world is compounding. I remember discussing the basics of compounding with a co-worker while working at a part time job while still in college. He explained to me about how if I put away money at that time. It would grow to a substantial sum even if invested …
Category: motivation
Reflections
Recently found myself reflecting upon my time on the Appalachian Trail. I spent hours looking through old photos and then stumbled upon some of our GoPro footage. Over the past couple of years I played around making a few adventure videos and realized I never made one of our time on the AT. https://youtu.be/VD_raQRc7i0 Remembering …
Hope – the seed of belief
Recently I spoke with friends about the status of the world. How everything seems to be falling apart and getting worse. In truth the world does seem to be declining in morality, ethics, and integrity. Yet I remembered a truth that has always resonated with me. There is always hope... As long as there …
Most dangerous hike in America
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YpALde1D6dg Ahead workers blocked the road. They stood by signs saying bridge out. We pulled over at the look out and looked across the flooded Hanalei valley. What is normally green fields of crops was now a brown muddy river. I hope we can get to the trail tomorrow I thought. I awoke the next …
Adventure in Hawaii! Danger!
A few months ago my wife and I were planning our belated honeymoon. I said "we should go backpacking in Hawaii." she replied, "OK" After asking if she was serious I looked up backpacking trails in Kauai. I found one called the Kalalau trail. I discovered I needed a permit. We bought some permits a …
Park City Summit Challenge
Ride the Park City Summit Challenge. Support the National Abilities Center and provide fun activities for those who need adaptive help!
Riverton Multi-Stake Triathlon
The best free athletic event in Riverton, UT
Farmington Canyon
I looked at the clock again. Finally it's time to go. My heart burst with excitement as I walked out of the office and smelled the crisp spring air. I looked to the green mountains topped with melting snow ad I climbed in my truck and drove north. It's been so long I missed the …
Red Door Adventures
Here is a video I made of our recent adventure to the Red Door Yurt in Montpelier, ID. It was a ton of fun and really cold. I hope you all enjoy it. https://youtu.be/HxX_rV37yx8 #reddooryurt
Cold thing and Warm dreams
When life is cold Listen to thoughts of old The morning sun will always break Leaving trails of warmth in its wake Recently I have been reflecting on not murmuring. Murmuring is defined as a subdued or private expression of discontent or dissatisfaction. While often overlooked this attitude of dissatisfaction can overcome our overall demeanor leaving …
Walk to Victory 