Growing up off Exit 109 of the Garden State Parkway in New Jersey, Diane Wyzga remembers family vacations as setting the stage for a lifetime of wanderlust. Growing up as the eldest of seven, Diane’s early adventures in state and national parks sparked a passion for exploration that never faded. Join me as I chat with Diane, founder of Quarter Moon Story Arts, and we navigate her multifaceted journey from Navy nurse to lawyer, and now a storyteller on Whidbey Island and host of the daily podcast "Stories from Women Who Walk."

The episode unfolds with tales of youthful independence and the courage to chart one's path. Childhood memories of collecting S&H Green Stamps for camping gear with Diane’s family are the precursor to a love for hiking and a life marked by exploration. Diane's story of trekking the Camino de Santiago as a transformative milestone resonates as Diane reminisces about her backpacking adventures across Europe. With a trusty travel guide and a heart full of optimism, Diane’s early journeys reveal an enduring spirit of adventure.

--------- HIGHLIGHTS ---------

0:02:33 - Childhood Travel Memories and Green Stamps

0:06:23 - Life-Changing Outdoor Adventures

0:11:19 - Life Divided

0:16:57 - Backpacking Across Europe Without Set Plans

0:23:02 - From Backpacking Europe to Navy Service

0:30:35 - Trips to New York City

0:39:59 - Last Hope Island and Diane's Polish Heritage

0:46:26 - Camino del Santiago: Encouraging Note From a Friend

0:55:48 - Granny D's Inspiring Journey Across America

Contact Info & Links

Quarter Moon Story Arts: https://www.quartermoonstoryarts.net

E-mail: info@quartermoonstoryarts.net

Stories From Women Who Walk with daily 60 Seconds podcast:

https://stories-from-women-who-walk.simplecast.com/

Diane as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack:

https://dianewyzga.substack.com/?utm_source=global-search

Diane on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-f-wyzga-QMSA

CREDITS

Host and creator: Christi Cassidy

Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com

Artwork by Phyllis Busell

Music by Eve’s Blue.

Editing by Bare Value.

Post-production help from Auphonic.com.

Show notes written with assistance from https://barevalue.com

LINKS:

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