Hello LadyGeos! At the end of last month, @geoarchandlush mentioned that she and I were working on a big project together. The news is twofold: February 11th is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. This year, to honor the day, the Royal Academy of Science International Trust and the United Nations are … Continue reading #February11
Author: mackenziecremeans
#NeverTrustTheCarrot
As @geoarchandlush noted in Aaaaand We're Back!, I recently relocated back to the Kansas City area. Like all cross country moves, there's a story (or, in this case, several stories). About a year ago, I started planning to leave my job as an environmental consultant. I had discussed career paths with my boss, shown him … Continue reading #NeverTrustTheCarrot
#stupidbullshit
Hello all, and happy Friday! Yesterday, I *crushed it* at work and came home feeling energized, ready to have an amazing evening. I decided I’d start by lacing up my shoes to take the dog on a run. Koa, in his natural element. As I set out, my upstairs neighbor came out to yell at … Continue reading #stupidbullshit
#bekind
Welcome back and happy 2019! On New Year's Eve, I celebrated in true "old lady" fashion: hanging out at home, baking, cleaning, watching movies, and cuddling the dog. So, I think I can officially say I'm an old lady dog mom, and I'm not mad about it (I mean, look at this face!). In another … Continue reading #bekind
#adultingwithboundaries
I'm Mackenzie and, as you may have guessed, I'm a geoscientist. Back in the day (aka, the 90s), I was that child who picked up rocks everywhere and, if I'm honest, I still am that child (just, you know, a 26-year-old rock monster). My desk has rock paperweights from Death Valley, my end tables are … Continue reading #adultingwithboundaries