Healing Trails Overland

07/10/2025

Morning calm. Lake breeze. And coffee that hits different when it’s shared with people you love. Thank you for being part of this trip — it’s not about the miles, it’s about the moments.

07/08/2025

The trail doesn’t just challenge your rig—it challenges your mindset.

On the way out of camp and heading toward Rocky Mountain National Park, I was anxious. Rushing. Focused on the next thing instead of the moment I was in. That’s when the trail stopped me—three downed trees blocking the way forward.

The chainsaw pull cord snapped. Gas spilled. Options were running thin.

But with the help of Jon Tate (), we shifted our thinking. What seemed impossible at first—pinned in by trees—became manageable when we changed our perspective. Jon fired up the winch, and together we pulled each tree out of the way until the path was clear.

It was slow, gritty, and frustrating—but that’s how some of the best lessons show up.

Slow down. Think differently. And don’t be afraid to ask for help.

🎥 This moment and more in Thursday’s episode—dropping at 6pm on YouTube.

07/07/2025

Sometimes healing looks like sitting through the storm instead of running from it.

This photo was taken on the way into Rocky Mountain National Park. A storm rolled in fast—buckets of rain pouring down as Jon () and I sat quietly in our trucks. As the thunder echoed through the mountains, I spotted this raven cutting across the sky, fleeing the storm.

For a moment, I felt that. I’ve spent years running from my own storms—grief, trauma, anxiety—but something about this journey has been different. On this trip, I’ve learned to sit still in the discomfort, to ride it out instead of numbing or escaping it.

So, instead of driving off, I grabbed my camera, stepped into the rain, and captured what I could. This image feels like more than just a bird in a storm. It’s a reminder of what it means to stay—present, grounded, and open to whatever comes next.

Thanks for following the journey. New episode drops this week on YouTube.

07/07/2025

Please take the time to watch and listen to the entirety of this video. Today was the first time I've seen this powerful, moving film on why we stand for the flag. Thank you, Dale Duncan, for sharing it.

Question: How beautiful would this world be if we could ALL stand together without the hate and divisiveness? We still have our own opinions, but without the hate. That would be a pretty cool place.

07/07/2025

Sometimes, all you need is a quiet night under the stars and a good friend by your side.

This photo was taken on August 22, 2024, while camping near Rocky Mountain National Park with Jon Tate (). The views were incredible, the air was crisp, and the conversation around the fire ran deep.

🎥 The full story drops this week in the next episode on YouTube. Trust me—you won’t want to miss it. Check the Healing Trails Overland channel for updates!

07/06/2025

What happens when two men with PTSD leave the world behind and meet the mountains on their own terms?

In this episode, I watched my best friend say goodbye to his first service dog.
Then the skies came alive.

Some things can’t be scripted. But they can be shared.

🎥 Watch the journey → https://youtu.be/A7O7ZuwafYQ

07/03/2025

⏰ It’s time.

Join us as we return to Heart Lake — where Jon laid his service dog, Crixus, to rest… and the skies answered back.

🎥 Watch the full story here → https://youtu.be/A7O7ZuwafYQ

This one’s personal. This one’s sacred.

07/02/2025

Something sacred happened at Heart Lake.
My best friend Jon laid his service dog, Crixus, to rest in the mountains of Colorado — and what followed felt like divine timing.

🎥 Premiering Thursday, July 3 at 6PM CT on Healing Trails Overland on YouTube.
▶️ Set your reminder now → https://youtu.be/A7O7ZuwafYQ

04/18/2025

On April 17, 2025, something truly special happened.After being diagnosed with terminal cancer, my mom has faced one challenge after another with grace, stre...

04/16/2025

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03/27/2025

This was a hard one to make. Things will get better. Eventually. It's about making every moment count from now on!

Things are slowing down. My mom has cancer. Now is the time for me to be present with my family. Once things settle down, I'll still edit and post videos; it...