Kaci’s Ramblings Home

Exploring, lifting, loving—and doing it all with one kidney and a full heart.

This is where I share the wild, weird, and wonderful pieces of life after donation—from dusty trails to deadlift platforms, from photo-finish races to quiet canyon sunrises.

Rim-to-Rim for a Reason

Current Adventure: Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim
One Kidney. One Day. One Canyon.

In October 2025, I’ll be hiking the Grand Canyon—Rim to Rim—as part of a powerful movement with Kidney Donor Athletes.

It’s 21+ miles. 6,000+ feet of elevation. One kidney. One day.

I’m doing it to raise awareness for living donation, to honor my own journey as a donor, and to prove that even with one kidney, we are capable of truly extraordinary things.

This isn’t just a hike. It’s a declaration. It’s my story—one step, one canyon, one adventure at a time.

✅ Hike Details

  • Date: October 2025
  • Route: North Rim to South Rim
  • Distance: 24 miles
  • Purpose: Raising awareness for living organ donation through Kidney Donor Athletes

📅 Training & Prep Log

📣 How You Can Support

I gave a kidney. Now I get to cross a canyon—with the strength that decision gave me.

Thanks for being part of this journey. Every step matters.

Whether I’m roller skating in the canyon, training for a new competition, or chasing sunsets with my grandbabies, these adventures are proof that one kidney can carry a whole lot of joy.

From the Trail, the Gym, and the Heart…

💛 Scroll down to explore past adventures, competition recaps, travel posts, and inspiration from a life lived loud—with purpose, with heart, and with a really great playlist.

Want to keep up with the journey? Follow me on Instagram or check out my upcoming events.

One kidney. One body. One big beautiful life.