Annika Wallendahl discovered meditation and nature-based contemplative practices later in life and has found them to be a powerful way to connect to her higher power. She was drawn to a career as a field geologist as a way to spend as much time outside as possible. Annika has also worked as a science writer, and community college instructor. She finds joy in connecting with others, mountain sunrises, and visiting the St. Placid Priory. Annika is a member of St. Thomas Episcopal in Medina and has a grown son.