Headshot taken by the incredible Nick Simonite
Wolf added by the incredible Brian Cooper

I got a 5-inch scar from a wolf at the ripe old age of 8.

It was February 2005. My family and I were on our annual camping trip. In the wee hours of the morning, nature called and I set out to do my business. The wind was silent and the air was crisp, even the trees were still sleeping. Hunting for the perfect spot to relieve myself, I caught something out of the corner of my eye. A skin walker? Danny DeVito? (To be fair I wasn’t old enough to know who Danny DeVito was yet, this is just for dramatic flair) To my terror, it was Danny DeVito. IF ONLY! It was actually a wolf. Frozen in my tracks I watched it inch closer to me, studying my small stature, self-cut bangs, and Limited Too Bermuda shorts. Just as I thought it would leave me be, its sharp claws struck the back of my head. I screamed. My dad came running. He cried. I cried. I felt the warm blood trickle down my spine. My eyes dazed and glazed like I had just spent too much time in a dispensary. The wolf fled and my dad carried me back to camp as I clung to the side of the living. I’m not sure what else happened after that, but I now have a 5-inch scar on the back of my head to commemorate my survival. And it’s something I’m proud of.

Just kidding, I had a brain tumor removed. But that story is way cooler. Anyway, if you liked reading that piece of fiction, you should see what I can do with brand stories.

Interested in seeing my scar or hear other outrageous tales?
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BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!!

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BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!! 〰️

At the start of 2024, I devoted 95% of my free time to studying the art, philosophy, spirituality, history, and practice of Yoga for three months. Yoga has been my passion for a decade, and has saved my life more than once. It is an honor to have had the opportunity to grow in my practice, and help others grow in theirs as a now permanent teacher at Black Swan Yoga, Austin.

While I may not have a “traditionally creative side hustle”, be in a super cool band or have a late night comedy gig, I can teach you how to manage stress, meditate proactively, and challenge your body in all of the best ways! If you’re also a yogi, let’s chat and flow!

There’s a reason I’ve worked on one of the nation’s largest pet brands for the last three years. Not to brag, but dogs really do love me.

As a way to earn some extra coin in this dumb economy, my partner and I have a side hustle of pet sitting. We’ve welcomed pups of all kinds into our home. We get overly attached and emotional to every dog we watch. If you’re not looking for a writer, but have a dog and need a sitter, I’m your girl.