Introducing: Petite Texan: Pack, Pedal, Paddle

In 2018, my passion for blogging about makerspaces and libraries shifted my 17-year education career into crafting content strategy for innovative edtech companies like Makey Makey, Chibitronics, and Makedo. After moving to Austin and spending more time behind a desk, I craved balance—and discovered a new love (okay, obsession!) for getting outside and exploring.

_{Me at the top of the Lost Mine Trail in Big Bend National Park}

Being petite has never stopped me from packing, pedaling, and paddling through some of Texas’s most beautiful spots. Friends call me tiny but tough, and now I’m excited to share the lessons, stories, and outdoor wisdom I’ve picked up along the way.

This blog began as a space to share library and makerspace inspiration. While I’ll keep those roots alive, I’m shifting gears to focus on my other passion: exploring the outdoors. From trails to rivers to hidden Texas gems, I’m thrilled to bring you along for the ride.

I hope you’ll join me as I share the wild corners of Texas… and beyond!

Saddle up because we’ve got a lot of catching up to do.