Trail mix and life talks

Carmen suggested we get out of Chapel Hill for the day and I am SO glad I said yes. Falls Lake is only like 45 minutes away but it felt like we discovered this whole other world.

Trail mix and life talks

We packed some snacks and water bottles this morning and just drove until we found a trail that looked interesting. Carmen’s been hiking since she was little (apparently her family does these epic camping trips every summer) and I was trying not to look like a total newbie even though my idea of outdoor exercise is usually just running around campus.

But honestly? It was perfect. We talked about everything - her nursing classes, my whole pre-med crisis situation, boys, our families, whether we’re actually ready to be adults or just really good at pretending.

Trail buddies for life

There’s something about being out in the woods that makes everything feel less overwhelming, you know?

Plus Carmen brought this amazing homemade trail mix her mom makes with dark chocolate and dried mango. I might have to adopt this hiking thing just for the snacks.