Category: Kaci’s 1 Kidney Adventures
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Losing Me
I used to think weight loss was about becoming someone new. Smaller. Quieter. More acceptable. But the truth is, I didn’t lose myself. I found her.
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My Rim to River to Rim Journey with KDA
It has taken me a minute to process, to think, to be ready to share here, but here’s a little about our day in the Grand Canyon. We began in the dark, the sun just a faint glow peeking at the edge of the vastness of the Grand Canyon. Sixteen kidney donors, each with one kidney…
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I Made a Thing (and Let It Be Enough)
I almost didn’t tell anyone about it. Not because it wasn’t good.Not because it didn’t matter.But because finishing something — and then letting it exist — is vulnerable in a way I’m still learning how to hold. Today, I launched my first digital planner: Coach Sunshine’s Weekly Workout & Nutrition Planner. That sentence alone feels…
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Squirrels, Squats, and Sensory Overload: My Brain Explained
So… turns out I’m rocking the deluxe neurospicy combo: ADHD and Autism. 🌶🧠✨ Hello, AuDHD. This isn’t new — it’s just newly named. For the first time in my life, I finally have language for things I’ve always felt but couldn’t explain. And let me tell you, it makes so much sense. Basically, my brain…
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✨ Feature Fridays: Choosing Joy, On Purpose
This week, I’m flipping the script.Instead of focusing on what’s been heavy, I’m celebrating what’s light.I’m not just hoping joy will find me—I’m choosing it. The sun is shining, the trails are calling, and I’ve got that buzz in my chest that only comes when movement meets purpose. Whether it’s a sunrise hike, a roll…
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Exciting News: Embracing a New Journey in Women’s Health Coaching!
Friends, I’m thrilled (and a little bit nervous!) to share some exciting news: I’m officially stepping into the world of health coaching, specifically dedicated to women’s health—particularly for women over 40. As many of you know, wellness, fitness, and advocacy have always been at the heart of my life. My journey as a Registered Nurse,…
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🥾 Trail Tuesday: Toad Suck Bog & the Blooming Canyons
🗓 Date: May 25, 2025📍 Location: Palo Duro Canyon State Park🚶♀️ Trails Explored: Sunflower & Cottonwood⏱ Time on Trail: ~2.5 hours📏 Distance: Approx. 5.2 miles This week’s Trail Tuesday takes us deep into the heart of Palo Duro Canyon, where the wildflowers are thriving, the lizards are fast, and yes—you’ll find yourself stepping through a…
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Sunshine Says: “Some Days Are Heavy—Here’s What Helps”
Some days are heavy.Not in the way that dumbbells build muscle or a loaded barbell challenges you to rise—but in the way your chest tightens, your brain fogs, and even a deep breath feels like work. You might not always see it from the outside—but grief, exhaustion, overstimulation, burnout, memories, and hormones all know how…
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Feature Friday: The Pack That Carries More Than Gear
Today’s feature? My Osprey HikeLite 18 — a compact, trail-tested daypack that’s been with me every step of the way on my Palo Duro Canyon training hikes. It may not look flashy, but this pack is one of the most important pieces of gear I own. It’s lightweight, breathable, and perfectly fits my 2.5L hydropack,…
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Thankful Thursdays: Thankful for the Trail and the People On It
Some days I have to stop and take a deep breath—not because I’m tired, but because I’m overwhelmed with gratitude. Twelve years ago, I said yes to becoming a living kidney donor. I didn’t know then how fully that “yes” would change me. I just knew someone needed help—and I had a spare. Since then,…
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