<p>For over three years, the Outdoor Minimalist platform has been a big part of my existence and growth as a creative and journalist. </p><p>I've put a lot into the show, especially this year when we added a Friday episode about public lands. </p><p>But I need a break. </p><p>With the recent passing of my dog, Ash, I need time to process and grieve the loss of my best friend and biggest inspiration. Ash is the reason I was able to write my book, create two podcasts, and chase my dreams. He walked beside me, quite literally, every single day for the last eight years. </p><p>That said, we aren't ending the show, but for now, we're on pause. </p><p>Ash's strength and propensity for motion until the very end will continue to inspire me. He loved our public lands and wild spaces more than anyone else I know. </p><p>So, in the meantime, I'm going outside to grieve and recharge so I can live to fight another day to protect the spaces we so cherished in our life together. </p><p>If you've enjoyed the show up until this point and want to show us some love, consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. </p><p>Stay tuned for more to come. 🌈</p>
