Archive - Paws and Reflect

December 2024

Why are van lifers so insufferable?

A response to Outside Magazine’s May 25th Almanac of Ethical Answers column

Dec 30, 2024 •

Brave on purpose

And a healthy helping of sentimentality at another year's end

Dec 30, 2024 •

My timid dog has come to love the outdoors

So have I. How did Scout transform from a homebody clinger to (as my partner lovingly jokes) a “feral maniac”?

Dec 26, 2024 •

Lil' Christmassy things we did this year

Even though Florida is far from the winter wonderland of my childhood

Dec 25, 2024 •

November/December Q&A

Aiming to do these every month-ish. Ask stuff via IG, email, or here on Substack!

Dec 24, 2024 •

"Anti human, pro dog"

Should I really write an essay in response to a joking t shirt? Too late. I already did!

Dec 22, 2024 •

What my dog's given up for full-time van life

And what we’ve gained in its place. Does it feel like loss—or making room for something better?

Dec 21, 2024 •

Things that aren't a cure-all

But are a cure-some.

Dec 19, 2024 •

All in favor of permanent standard time

Why do so many of us miss the benefits of morning sunlight?

Dec 17, 2024 •

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