Someone with a Type A personality goes by many names: eager beaver, overachiever, teacher’s pet. It’s essentially someone who is organized, methodical, a planner, rigid, maybe a bit boring, definitely a bit neurotic. In our house, that person is referred... Continue Reading →
The dilemma of the novice ice climber is that sharp tools are easier to use, but also better at cutting the rope. Supposedly it's rare to actually cut through the rope with an ice pick or a crampon, but I... Continue Reading →
I managed to be at home in Tahoe for an entire 22 hours before heading out again, this time in the van with Will to a climbing adventure in the eastern Sierras. With big snowy mountains in the background, we... Continue Reading →
Will and I unexpectedly spent the last week in Seattle with his family for a health emergency (everyone is okay). While I was bummed not to go home to Tahoe after three and a half weeks in Chile, it was... Continue Reading →
My first birthday in Chile was in February 2020, and I spent most of it alone. A Saturday birthday initially felt like hitting the jackpot, but my best friend and normal climbing partner was doing a 3-month intensive leadership course... Continue Reading →
I still have a couple of days left before I officially enter my fourth (!!) decade of life, but to be honest I’ve been acting like a thirty-something for several years already. I guess that’s what happens when you start... Continue Reading →
Margaux Rhymes with Fargo 