My Big Adventure

I thought that you were my big adventure

But it turns out the adventure was mine

Though my heart was shattered

Pieces were scattered

I rebuilt it all in time

Sunrise, Wood Ranch Parkway

And I didn't know how strong I could be

You broke my heart

But you didn't break me

And I didn't know I could love you even more

For saying goodbye

For closing this door

Sunset, Challenger Park

I opened my eyes after the tears did subside

Oh, how the colors vibrantly shine

I hold my head up high

Face to the sky

For now the time is mine

Sunrise, Wood Ranch Golf Club

And I didn't know how strong I could be

You broke my heart

But you didn't break me

And I didn't know I could love you even more

For saying goodbye

For closing this door

Sunset, Long Canyon Trail

You said goodbye

I opened this door

Breath. Taking.

Dobbins Lookout, South Mountain, AZ

We had heard this was THE place to watch the sunset, and it absolutely was. There were at least 100 people up here. The sunset was stellar. I have no more words, just pictures. 

Goodnight, Arizona.

What's more romantic than a sunset hike?

A sunset hike on Valentine's Day!

Stokes Canyon, Mulholland Drive

Running a few minutes late, it felt like we were chasing the sunset! The chase can be fun though...

...Especially when you finally catch it!

Happy Valentine's Day to all my favorites!

Hurry, there's a game to watch!

Surf City Half Marathon, Huntington Beach

With views like this, it should come as a surprise that this is one of my least favorite races. Problem is, you run in a straight line - out PCH and back PCH. But, this was my 9th consecutive year doing this race, so why stop now?

Oh, and I really like the carb-loading part the night before. 

My sister and I ventured out to the beach for a bit on Saturday night. 

Early moon rising...

And magnificent views of the sunset!

After an endless stretch of 13.1 miles, it was time to grab my medal and go cheer on the Seahawks!

Better than the cold one!

Hike #8 Challenger Park, Simi Valley

First quarter of school over, grades input, I headed home to celebrate with a cold drink and TV. But as I drove with my sunroof open, I was entranced by the wispy clouds against the bluest sky. How could I not go out for a hike?!

The trail split immediately, so I walked forward because it seemed more mysterious (as if I need a little more mystery in my life!)...and I was greatly rewarded. 

This is where I shall build my fort. 

I ran out of trail and turned around just in time to catch this beauty. 

And a little bit of Simi. 

I hit a fork in the road: back to my car or up, up, up! 

It quickly became one of the toughest hikes I've done thus far. Higher and higher I climbed. 

Like, seriously. Hard. <insert heavy breathing> But so worth it! 

And a second picture because. Yes, just because.

The sun set and I ran back to my car (for exercise, not because I am scared of the dark or anything...) Hike #8 is officially my favorite hike to date.