Unexpected Benefits
Climbing has been a major part of my life for the past nine years. As a single mom, there wasn’t the time or money to invest in myself. When my… Read more »
Climbing has been a major part of my life for the past nine years. As a single mom, there wasn’t the time or money to invest in myself. When my… Read more »
In my sometimes-hectic world, it is hard to find the time to spend the day rock climbing in the Black Hills. When life gets too busy, but I really want… Read more »
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. – Jeremiah 29:11 For… Read more »
Lord, train me to think and respond to the challenges I face in my work, family, and nation with boldness as Your servant. Holy Spirit, fill me with gratitude, praise… Read more »
Towards the end of last Summer I began to delve into the world of traditional, or trad climbing. Up until now, my only experience with trad has been following and… Read more »
I have always found it interesting to watch new climbers navigate the fear of falling. For some, sitting back on the rope to be lowered is more terrifying than actually… Read more »
The day I started climbing I was not a climber. I did not know what I was doing, and had no clue about technique, strength training, how to set up… Read more »
“I’m not strong enough.” I cannot tell you how many times I have gotten that response when talking to women about climbing. Most often, their initial reaction to the idea… Read more »
Since this is our last get together of our summer season, I wanted each of you to know how much I have been blessed by your friendship over the past… Read more »
Over the years I have met countless women who have undergone many different kinds of trauma or loss. Whether it is divorce, losing a loved one, a troubled child, addiction… Read more »