Outdoor activities mostly. And dogs.

Knowledge speaks but wisdom listens
-Jimi Hendrix
May 14

I can tolerate most people very well in limited quantities. But I enjoy my space, and I don’t always feel compelled to open my mouth and let words fall out. This past year I have become more independent than ever and I have done so many things that I wanted to do. There is still a long way to go until I totally have all my ducks in a row, but I am working on it.

Staying positive is such a huge help, and for me keeping busy helps me stay very positive and optimistic. If something puts me in a bad mood it helps to go do something constructive. Build something in the shed, play with the dog, maybe take a hike and enjoy some quiet time. Also avoiding negative people. I’m doing what I enjoy, and not caring so much about pleasing other people. And it feels really good.

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maddieonthings:

Hey y’all! Here’s a couple of updates about this little book tour we’re on! And check out the tour video we shot if you haven’t already 

Portland, Maine: same time/date but has moved to Nonesuch Books and Cards Mill Creek Store

Syracuse, NY: 5/31 @ 7pm Westcott Community Center - this is a recent addition! (it’s on the tour site, you have to scroll) 

Toronto: 6/8 @ 2pm Digsville Bloor West (it’s also on the tour site, you have to scroll)

Please RSVP if you haven’t! It helps the bookstores prepare :)

www.maddieontour.com

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climberchica: And nature is just awesome in general, go play in it! Not to mention the lack of noisy humans!

climberchica:

And nature is just awesome in general, go play in it!

Not to mention the lack of noisy humans!

(Source: giving-up-the-ghost)

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americasgreatoutdoors: One of the most spectacular #lightning strikes we have ever seen. This photo was taken near the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Photo: Travis Roe 

americasgreatoutdoors:

One of the most spectacular #lightning strikes we have ever seen. This photo was taken near the South Rim of the Grand Canyon.

Photo: Travis Roe 

(via arizonanature)

May 8
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She is one happy dog

She is one happy dog

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(Source: ktfarrand, via hikeblr)

May 6
April 29
outofreception: I just posted a gear guide of the things i use while living in my van on A Restless Transplant  here.

outofreception:

I just posted a gear guide of the things i use while living in my van on A Restless Transplant  here.

April 28

(Source: wbotd)

April 25
Sunrise over Good Luck Lake.

Sunrise over Good Luck Lake.

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Early morning

Early morning

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Camping trip last weekend.

Camping trip last weekend.

April 22

maddieonthings:

Hey ya’ll! If you’ve come out and said Hi to us at one of our book store events you’ve heard me talk about a story telling collaboration I’m doing with Petco this year

Long story short! I want to enable ya’ll to become story tellers, to share an awesome pet rescue or adoption story of those around you. Head over to www.beagreatone.com to hear more

But real quick, here are 3 reasons why I am pumped about this collaboration:

1) I am literally the person helping pick the winner, I’m looking at every single entry

2) There are some super generous awards. Not only for yourself, but each winner also receives a matching donation to their fav animal rescue/shelter/group. Legit. 

3) I want to see your work!