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
When Your Child Leaves Home for Opportunity: The Resilience Parents Build Too
Watching my son ski into a crowd of teammates cheering him on reminded me of something every parent hopes for when a child leaves home: acceptance. A reflection on resilience, parenting, and the complicated beauty of letting our kids grow.
Preparing for Camp: How to Set Your Child Up for Homesickness Success
Preparing for camp doesn’t mean preventing homesickness—it means helping your child feel ready to move through it. A parent-centered guide to emotional preparation, staff support, and building confidence before summer begins.
How to Support Your Child Through Homesickness
A practical, parent-centered guide to supporting a homesick child at camp—without increasing anxiety or undermining independence.
The Truth About Homesickness at Camp
A calm, experience-based look at homesickness at camp—why it happens, what kids need, and how parents can support growth.