MEET THE BLOGGER
Hi, I’m Lo!
A few years ago, I packed up my life, my rescue dog Willow, and a whole lot of uncertainty and moved from Illinois to Alaska.
What started as an adventure turned into a complete life reset!
Today, I call Southeast Alaska home, where I split my time between small-town life, travel, photography, outdoor adventures, and documenting what it actually looks like to build a life that feels intentional instead of automatic.
Ruffing It In Alaska is where I share practical travel guides, local recommendations, and honest reflections on starting over. Whether you’re planning an Alaska trip, dreaming about a major life change, curious about RV living, or simply looking for inspiration to create a life that feels a little more aligned with who you are, I hope you’ll find something helpful here.
Grab your fav coffee (ice caramel macchiato anyone?!), stay awhile, and make yourself at home.
My Story
For most of my life, I never imagined I’d end up living in Alaska.
I grew up in Illinois, built a career there, and followed a path that looked fairly ordinary from the outside. But over time, I started feeling pulled toward something different.
I’ve always loved to travel, so when the opportunity to move to Alaska presented itself, I decided to take the leap – even though I had no idea exactly what would happen next!
That decision changed everything. Since then, I’ve learned how to adapt to small-town Alaska life, embraced RV living, traveled thousands of miles with my rescue dog Willow, and discovered that some of the best experiences happen when you’re willing to step outside your comfort zone.
Alaska has taught me that growth rarely happens when life feels predictable. It happens when you’re willing to trust yourself enough to try something new.
01. Willow watching a rabbit out of the window in Washington. / 02. Cruise ship season in Skagway. / 03. Flying into SeaTac in mid-November. / 04. Willow enjoying the snow in Alaska on the Railroad Dock.
What You’ll Find Here
ALASKA TRAVEL & LIVING
From cruise port tips and photography locations to local recommendations and destination guides, you’ll find practical resources to help you make the most of your Alaska adventures.
Ever wondered what it’s actually like to live in Alaska? I share honest stories and behind-the-scenes glimpses of everyday life in Southeast Alaska.
#RVLIFE
Lessons learned from RV life, creating a home in small spaces, and navigating a lifestyle that looks a little different from the norm.
LIFE WITH WILLOW
Willow has been my adventure buddy through road trips, flights, moves, hikes, and everyday life. Here you’ll find dog-friendly travel tips and stories from our adventures together.
INTENTIONAL LIVING & TRANSFORMATION
Some of my favorite posts explore personal growth, starting over, taking risks, reducing distractions, and building a life that feels more meaningful and aligned with your values.
This or That
Get to know me – we’re going old school quiz style!
| TEA | |
| COMEDY | |
| CALL | |
| BEACHES | |
| TRAIN | |
| HOTEL | |
| HOME COOKED |
My Bucket List
This is my personal list of destinations and travel adventures that I wish to visit and experience before either getting married, having kids, or turning 40.
| See the Northern Lights |
| Visit Katmai National Park for bear viewing |
| Go to London to see Big Ben |
| Visit Banff National Park |
| See Times Square in NYC |
| Visit Omaha Beach in Normandy, France |
| See the Grand Canyon |
| Experience more of Europe (Italy, Greece, Spain) |
| Wine tasting in Napa Valley |
| Visit Washington D.C. (Crazy that I haven’t been yet!) |