Welcome to the Life at 9,318’ blog, where I share reflections on parenting, mountain living, community, and the questions that matter most. Here you’ll find long-form essays, stories from small-town life, and thoughtful insights on family, camp, and growing up in the high country.
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Recent Reflections
The Bravest Thing We Do As Parents
Sending our children into the world is one of the bravest things we do as parents. As a mom of three and youth development professional, I reflect on trust, vulnerability, and why choosing growth over certainty is never easy—but always worth it.
What Are They Missing Out On? Maybe Not What We Think.
They think they’re missing out at home.
But what might they miss if they don’t go?
In a world shaped by constant connection and comparison, kids feel the pressure to be everywhere at once. This post explores FOMO, the idea of JOMO, and why summer camp offers something increasingly rare: the chance to be fully present, build real confidence, and experience life without the noise.