23

No, that's not how old I am. It's the number of roommates I have had in the past ten years. I know, it's a lot. It's about the same number of times I've moved in the past ten years as well. I gotta get me a permanent job!

This last summer, after some rearranging, I ended up with roommate #23, Jennie. She is amazing and became a great friend.

This summer, with Jennie, was wonderful. I couldn't have been more lucky. One of the days I was scheduled for the alpine rove and bristlecone talk, Jennie hiked up to be there too.

She makes the most amazing homemade granola! She gave me her recipe and we spent an evening of her teaching and me making. I can't wait to try another batch.

One night this summer, we had SSOSS, or Super Supper of Side Salads.

I'm done and back in Texas for a little bit, and she finishes her season in a couple weeks. Who knows what comes next for either of us. Thankfully, it's a small world in the park service and I'm sure our paths will cross again, if we don't force them too sooner!