30 WEEKS PREGNANT + MY HIKE TO PINE CREEK LAKE

AUGUST 17, 2015

the emotional tightrope of pregnancy, mountain views, and a long summer hike.

SLOW LIVING

Notes on slow, seasonal + intentional living from a Windy Peak in Montana.

30 WEEKS PREGNANT + MY HIKE TO PINE CREEK LAKE.

During my pregnancy I have often felt like I am walking on an emotion tight rope. I feel mostly overjoyed and excited but have my share of emotion hardships as well. Anything from the hot sun to a bird being trapped in our fireplace can set me off into a crying fit. For the most part I have been blessed with a healthy pregnancy and have been able to enjoy every bit of it.

We had friends hike up to the lake night before to camp for the weekend. We thought it would be fun to attempt to meet them for the day if I was physically/mentally able. I tend to push myself but realized that listening to my body and knowing its limitations was SO important.

The hike to Pine Creek Lake is a 10 mile there and back trail with a 3,200 foot elevation gain. My husband, two dogs, and I took to the trail at a slow and steady pace. Greg made sure to push water on me and take plenty of breaks. It felt so good to fill my lungs with the fresh mountain air and feel the rocky trail under my feet.

P.S. We made it to the top and it was worth every panting breath.