Hiking Gorda Peak (Virgin Gorda, BVI)
Sarah’s trip report on hiking Gorda Peak in Virgin Gorda, BVI.
Read MoreSarah's Crohn's Blog - Extreme Deconditioning
Sarah is finally going home after 74 days in the hospital, but the toll on her body was devastating as seen here by her severe deconditioning.
Read MoreThings to do in Virgin Gorda (BVI)
Sarah details her favorite activities in Virgin Gorda, all of which are free or on-the-cheap.
Read MoreAlmond Flour Carob Chip Cookies
This is a fun twist on my favorite chocolate chip cookie that uses carob chips instead of chocolate chips to give it a sweeter flavor without the extra sugar!
Read MoreSarah's Crohn's Blog - Dog Therapy
Sarah's continued stay in the hospital has been made a little better thanks to friends, family, and DOGS!
Read MoreMy FMT (Fecal Microbiota Transplant) Experience
FMT (fecal microbiota transplant) is an effective and novel approach to treating gut infections caused by the bacteria C. difficile. In this article, I talk about my experience using the capsule method.
Read MoreSarah's Crohn's Blog - Fecal Transplant and Healing Garden
Sarah gets a fecal transplant to treat her C. diff and Crohn’s flare, and she also discovers the wonderful Healing Garden at Mass General Hospital.
Read MoreCarrot, Apple, Beet, and Ginger Juice
This is a simple recipe for one of my favorite juices and includes carrots, beets, apples, sweet pepper, and ginger.
Read MoreSarah's Crohn's Blog - Missing the Giant Pumpkin
Sarah continues to battle her Crohn’s disease in the hospital while Dale brings her giant pumpkin to the Damariscotta weigh-off.
Read MoreSarah's Crohn's Blog - First Time in the Hospital
Sarah talks about her hospital admission after contracting C. diff and having a severe flare of her colitis.
Read MoreHow to Grow a Giant Pumpkin
This article is intended for beginner growers, and it includes the basics on how to grow a giant pumpkin.
Read More2018 Growing Recap - "Watson"
My 2018 giant pumpkin growing season was a huge improvement from prior years. "Watson”, who was named after the wattage invested in his growth, got second place in the state of Maine at 1521.5 pounds! I discuss what I did differently this year to get this new personal best.
Read MoreAcadia Winter Hiking Gear Guide
Winters in Acadia are magical because you get to enjoy the beauty of the national park without the crowds. Most of the mountains in the park have exposed areas above treeline, and it can be very icy which makes choosing gear difficult. In this article, I have outlined what usually works for me on my adventures. I also include suggestions for photography equipment if that is on your agenda.
Read MoreSarah's Kilimanjaro Gear Guide
When I climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, I wasn't sure what gear to bring. I had a packing list from my tour guide, but I didn't know what things I could do without since I had never climbed such a big mountain before. In this article I go through what worked well for me and what didn't, and also items that were nice to have on the remainder of my trip. I focus on women’s gear, but I also include the male equivalent for most products.
Read MoreSweet Potato, Lentil, Apple, and Veggie Soup
This is a great soup to make on those cold fall and winter days, and it is my go-to soup for pot lucks. It's super easy to make with the use of a crock pot, and it is healthy and paleo-friendly.
Read MoreHealthy Homemade Guacamole
This is a paleo-friendly guacamole recipe with no added sugar. My colitis can't handle the jalapeno in store-bought guacamole, so this is a basic recipe without the spice (but of course you can add your own to your liking). This goes quick at our house!
Read MoreHoney-Sweetened Corn Bread (Gluten Free)
This is a simple recipe for corn bread without any processed sugar and sweetened with a little bit of honey.
Read MoreHow to Lift a GIANT Pumpkin
This step-by-step guide shows you how to build a homemade tripod to lift your giant pumpkin. It is a great alternative if you don't own heavy machinery, and it's easy with the use of a chain hoist.
Read MoreBlackburn Challenge 2017
Blackburn Challenge #2 finished. Journey with me through one of the most challenging paddle endeavours on the planet. Watch as I battle a raccoon for some shiitake mushrooms. View some gear I recommend for ocean paddling. Please feel free to email or comment.
Read MorePaleo Strawberry Crisp
This is by far our favorite dessert in our household, and it never lasts long! It's super easy to make, and it's healthy!
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