I've been planning to backpack the John Muir Trail, also known in Paiute as Nüümü Poyo or the "People's Trail," for three years now. But it's been elusive each time. And this year is no exception...I'm now planning for next summer! What's different this time is that it isn't my body that is not cooperating. Instead, it's my husband's. A really bad sprain and ligament tear is putting our plans on hold for this summer. Last year it was my stress fracture and the year before it

Things to see and do in the desert. There's something about Death Valley that fascinates me. Maybe because it is both one of the lowest elevation locations and one of the hottest places I've ever visited. I think it's mostly because there is just so much open space. And the combination of mountains, and flatlands, and dunes makes for a unique dessert landscape. It can be a little daunting to think about a visit for those who haven't been because it can seem so austere. But th

Many people with OA worry that staying active will speed or cause damage to the joints, but research does not support that.