What I’m Up To: September 2026


Since I’ve been trying to be better about sharing the process instead of just the product, here’s my latest 3×3.

1. Monthly updates:

  1. Celebrating 365 days in a row!
  2. New Unobstructed site!!
  3. The world is good!!!

2. Primary focus areas:

  1. Adjust to life after The MAP Year Project.
  2. Keep training for a trailrunning ultramarathon.
  3. Network! Push to connect with more folks in my field.

3. What I’m currently reading:

  1. On Writing by Stephen King.
  2. East Of Eden by John Steinbeck.
  3. Rhythm of War by Brandon Sanderson.
  4. You Can Just Do Things by Cate Hall and Sasha Chapin.

-onward.

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