Cloud 9 Archive

Exploring the art of intentional living through personal essays, photos, and thoughtful reflections. If you're craving authentic connection and deeper meaning, join me for honest storytelling where every photograph holds a piece of our shared human experience, and every reflection invites you to slow down and see the beauty hiding in ordinary days.

Friday Five: August 29, 2025

As Labor Day weekend arrives, I'm caught between mourning summer's end and craving autumn's slower pace. This week brought mountain adventures, Minnesota State Fair traditions, and wedding planning victories.

Aug 28, 20253 min read

Cup of espresso on the table next to a glass of water

Life Transitions: How to Navigate Change with Grace

This summer brought our marriage in May, the loss of my mom in June, a move, and my husband's new job. Here's what I've learned about holding space for multiple life transitions at once, and how to navigate change with grace even when everything shifts simultaneously.

Aug 27, 20256 min read

Of The Trees on stage in Telluride, Colorado at Camp Alderwild

Camp Alderwild 2025: Of the Trees Creates Magic in Telluride's Mountain Paradise

Camp Alderwild, the inaugural music festival organized and headlined by Of the Trees, delivered a transcendent experience in the stunning mountain town of Telluride, Colorado.

Aug 26, 20255 min read

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Friday Five: August 29, 2025

Life Transitions: How to Navigate Change with Grace

Camp Alderwild 2025: Of the Trees Creates Magic in Telluride's Mountain Paradise

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