I met Jo a few months after I first started throwing axes when she joined Sunday Green and we’ve been friends ever since. She’s been dreaming about traveling and living out on the road with her dog, Conan, for so long and she’s officially left for a bit of a trial run. She sold most of her belongings and only took what fits in the back of her jeep and teardrop trailer; I got to spend the day with her before she headed out earlier this week and took some photos in this sweltering Texas heat. I wish I’d had some more time to photograph her, but mostly I’m just happy we spent a good amount of time together before she headed out!

I’ve been trying to be a bit more meditative these days, and by that, I mean actually taking time to myself and reflecting on things. I don’t think I’ve ever taken things for granted, but I’m trying to be more mindful of just how blessed I am— and these last few months have really driven that home. I am surrounded by incredible, inspiring people. Bold, brave, intelligent, loving, caring, kind, helpful. It’s been incredible to watch my friends chase their dreams, it’s empowered me to do the same.