Courtney, thank you so much. That means a great deal to me, especially because “connective and loving” is exactly the spirit I hope Timberline carries. I don’t want it to only be a story about hardship, but about the ways people keep choosing each other through it.
And I love that you felt an alignment with Us. That makes me want to learn more about The Wild Conduit. We hope you will subscribe to Timberline and join our Chat and hang out with us. 🙏✨
Thank you so much, C Simone. That truly means a lot. I’m excited to keep unfolding Timberline piece by piece, and I’m grateful you’re along for the trail. Watch for the Supper Ledger Episode 2 on Wednesday! Hasta entonces.
I’m still learning how best to open the trail into Timberline, so hearing that the setup is working for you is really encouraging. I’m grateful you took the time to read and to say this.
I hope the next pieces continue to pull you deeper into the camp. There’s a lot more waiting in the trees.
Jay, I just heard it in your voice, and I am very excited to learn more about Timberline and its people! I loved it and pull my chair here to be a part of it.
Notable Apache chiefs include Geronimo, Cochise, Victorio, Mangas Coloradas, Juh, Nana, and Lozen, among others.
The Apache people, native to the southwestern United States, were organized into various bands, each with its own leaders. Some of the most prominent Apache chiefs and leaders include:
Geronimo (Goyathlay) – A Chiricahua Apache medicine man and warrior, Geronimo became famous for his resistance against Mexican and U.S. forces in the late 19th century. He led raids across Arizona, New Mexico, and Mexico, eventually surrendering in 1886 and later living on reservations in Florida and Oklahoma
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Cochise – A Chiricahua Apache chief known for defending Apache lands in southeastern Arizona. Cochise resisted American expansion and formed alliances with other Apache leaders, maintaining autonomy for his people until his death
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Victorio – Chief of the Chiricahua Apache, Victorio led his band in numerous raids and evaded U.S. forces for over a decade. He was killed in 1880 in Mexico after being surrounded by troops
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Mangas Coloradas – A Mimbreno Apache chief and father-in-law to Cochise, Mangas Coloradas was a key figure in Apache resistance against settlers and military forces in Arizona and New Mexico
Lozen – Sister of Victorio, Lozen was a warrior and prophet who participated in battles and was known for her spiritual abilities and strategic insight
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Other notable chiefs include Santos, Nahche, Nakaidoklini, Bonito, and Eskiminzin, who played important roles in negotiations, warfare, and maintaining Apache culture across different bands
These leaders are remembered for their bravery, strategic leadership, and resistance to colonization, and they remain central figures in Apache history and cultural heritage.
Vesper, thank you so much. I love hearing from people who know this part of the world. Timberline is rooted in Washington timber country, and I hope it feels familiar in the right ways — the rain, the trees, the Mountain, and the kind of people shaped by the land.
You are blessed to live there. I spend time in and around the Puget Sound region, and there is something about that part of the world that stays with you — the water, the trees, the Mountain, the weather, all of it. That love for the land is woven deeply into Timberline and Tahoma’s Shadow. You will love the book once it is published.
This writing is great! The writing is beautiful and relaxing. The kind that makes me want to curl up on my chair with a cup of coffee or tea. It makes feel like I'm a post of the story
Elizabeth, thank you so much. That means a great deal to me. One of the things I hope Timberline offers is that feeling of being invited in — a chair near the stove, a cup of coffee or tea, and a place at the edge of the story. I’m really glad the writing made you feel that way.
This sounds like a very interesting historical world! I would love to continue learning about Timberline through the next part. Also thank you for sharing this with me and for subscribing :)
Maya, thank you so much. I’m really glad Timberline caught your interest, and I’d love to have you along for the next part. It’s a world built on hard work, danger, community, and the quiet lives that history doesn’t always remember. Thank you for reading, and I’m happy we connected here. :)
Thank you for connecting and letting me in to your fascinating world of Timberline. Where with a day break cracks of pouring danger are opened, once again, which were dealt with only a day ago. A story of hard-work, dedication and survival nothing can be more fancier than the life itself which is on its purpose.
Will try to keep up with your writings, they make a wonderful read 🤍 Thank you!
I’ve also subscribed to you :)
Would love your lil reviews on some of my writings… will highly appreciate it!
Mala, thank you so much for this thoughtful note. I’m really glad Timberline pulled you in. You understood something close to the heart of it — hard work, danger, dedication, and the quiet purpose inside ordinary lives.
I truly appreciate you subscribing as well. I subscribed to you also. I’ll do my best to keep up with your writings too, and I look forward to reading when I’m able. Thank you again for such a kind welcome. 🤍
Luna, thank you so much. I’m really glad the story drew you in.
Timberline is becoming a world I care about deeply — the rain, the work, the danger, the dining hall, the people trying to hold one another together under pressure. It means a lot to know it connected with you.
And thank you for the welcome. I’m glad to be subscribed and look forward to reading more of your work as well.
I am glad I found this. It echoes my imagined memories. My great grandfather was a lumberman with his own mill, his own acreage, and my great grandmother made homemade bread and soup and took to him and his workers every day. This was Pennsylvania in the late 19th and early 20th century. Lumber is still an industry there. Logging trucks up and down the Appalachian foothills were constant.
I love the way you describe the interplay and awareness of man and nature in these.
This feels very aligned with The Wild Conduit. This is so clear and feels very connective and loving.
Courtney, thank you so much. That means a great deal to me, especially because “connective and loving” is exactly the spirit I hope Timberline carries. I don’t want it to only be a story about hardship, but about the ways people keep choosing each other through it.
And I love that you felt an alignment with Us. That makes me want to learn more about The Wild Conduit. We hope you will subscribe to Timberline and join our Chat and hang out with us. 🙏✨
Interesting ❤️
I will sub you as soon as I can get things fixed with the Substack Gods!
Ohhh thanks ❤️
Jay if you follow me I’ll be able to send the pictures. I’ve tried everything else, and it’s not working for me.
This looks really fun! Can’t wait to explore more.
Thank you, bhanavi 😊 I’m really glad it caught your eye. Timberline has a lot waiting under the trees—hope you enjoy exploring the trail.
Thanks so much, I live 20 miles from Mount Rainier west side. Near Orting . I have many pictures of the mountain. In all seasons. Sunsets sunrises .
This is excellent! I'm excited to see what unfolds! Very captivating writing!
Thank you so much, C Simone. That truly means a lot. I’m excited to keep unfolding Timberline piece by piece, and I’m grateful you’re along for the trail. Watch for the Supper Ledger Episode 2 on Wednesday! Hasta entonces.
This is really great Jay, j love how you have set this up. I will definitely be reading more, thank you for sharing it!
Thanks Jay, hope you have a lovely weekend
Thank you so much. That truly means a lot to me.
I’m still learning how best to open the trail into Timberline, so hearing that the setup is working for you is really encouraging. I’m grateful you took the time to read and to say this.
I hope the next pieces continue to pull you deeper into the camp. There’s a lot more waiting in the trees.
Jay, I just heard it in your voice, and I am very excited to learn more about Timberline and its people! I loved it and pull my chair here to be a part of it.
Notable Apache chiefs include Geronimo, Cochise, Victorio, Mangas Coloradas, Juh, Nana, and Lozen, among others.
The Apache people, native to the southwestern United States, were organized into various bands, each with its own leaders. Some of the most prominent Apache chiefs and leaders include:
Geronimo (Goyathlay) – A Chiricahua Apache medicine man and warrior, Geronimo became famous for his resistance against Mexican and U.S. forces in the late 19th century. He led raids across Arizona, New Mexico, and Mexico, eventually surrendering in 1886 and later living on reservations in Florida and Oklahoma
Access Genealogy
Access Genealogy
+1
.
Cochise – A Chiricahua Apache chief known for defending Apache lands in southeastern Arizona. Cochise resisted American expansion and formed alliances with other Apache leaders, maintaining autonomy for his people until his death
Access Genealogy
Access Genealogy
+1
.
Victorio – Chief of the Chiricahua Apache, Victorio led his band in numerous raids and evaded U.S. forces for over a decade. He was killed in 1880 in Mexico after being surrounded by troops
Listverse
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.
Mangas Coloradas – A Mimbreno Apache chief and father-in-law to Cochise, Mangas Coloradas was a key figure in Apache resistance against settlers and military forces in Arizona and New Mexico
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Juh – A Chiricahua Apache leader who often collaborated with Geronimo and Victorio in military campaigns against U.S. and Mexican forces
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Nana – An elder Apache warrior who fought alongside Victorio and continued to lead raids well into his later years
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Lozen – Sister of Victorio, Lozen was a warrior and prophet who participated in battles and was known for her spiritual abilities and strategic insight
Listverse
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Other notable chiefs include Santos, Nahche, Nakaidoklini, Bonito, and Eskiminzin, who played important roles in negotiations, warfare, and maintaining Apache culture across different bands
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These leaders are remembered for their bravery, strategic leadership, and resistance to colonization, and they remain central figures in Apache history and cultural heritage.
I love reading stories about my neck of the woods.
Vesper, thank you so much. I love hearing from people who know this part of the world. Timberline is rooted in Washington timber country, and I hope it feels familiar in the right ways — the rain, the trees, the Mountain, and the kind of people shaped by the land.
I live close to Puget Sound, and I have loved every part of this gorgeous part of the world.
You are blessed to live there. I spend time in and around the Puget Sound region, and there is something about that part of the world that stays with you — the water, the trees, the Mountain, the weather, all of it. That love for the land is woven deeply into Timberline and Tahoma’s Shadow. You will love the book once it is published.
It is absolutely gorgeous, and this is the same reason I based my stories in this area.
This writing is great! The writing is beautiful and relaxing. The kind that makes me want to curl up on my chair with a cup of coffee or tea. It makes feel like I'm a post of the story
Elizabeth, thank you so much. That means a great deal to me. One of the things I hope Timberline offers is that feeling of being invited in — a chair near the stove, a cup of coffee or tea, and a place at the edge of the story. I’m really glad the writing made you feel that way.
This sounds like a very interesting historical world! I would love to continue learning about Timberline through the next part. Also thank you for sharing this with me and for subscribing :)
Maya, thank you so much. I’m really glad Timberline caught your interest, and I’d love to have you along for the next part. It’s a world built on hard work, danger, community, and the quiet lives that history doesn’t always remember. Thank you for reading, and I’m happy we connected here. :)
Thank you for connecting and letting me in to your fascinating world of Timberline. Where with a day break cracks of pouring danger are opened, once again, which were dealt with only a day ago. A story of hard-work, dedication and survival nothing can be more fancier than the life itself which is on its purpose.
Will try to keep up with your writings, they make a wonderful read 🤍 Thank you!
I’ve also subscribed to you :)
Would love your lil reviews on some of my writings… will highly appreciate it!
Thank you, Allen. Lovely to hear back from yoU 🤍
I am always willing to try to help. Keep your pen moving and Substack growing.
Yes. Thank you 🤍
Mala, thank you so much for this thoughtful note. I’m really glad Timberline pulled you in. You understood something close to the heart of it — hard work, danger, dedication, and the quiet purpose inside ordinary lives.
I truly appreciate you subscribing as well. I subscribed to you also. I’ll do my best to keep up with your writings too, and I look forward to reading when I’m able. Thank you again for such a kind welcome. 🤍
What a captivating historical story. I look forward to reading more. Thanks for subscribing, btw.
Luna, thank you so much. I’m really glad the story drew you in.
Timberline is becoming a world I care about deeply — the rain, the work, the danger, the dining hall, the people trying to hold one another together under pressure. It means a lot to know it connected with you.
And thank you for the welcome. I’m glad to be subscribed and look forward to reading more of your work as well.
Jay
I am glad I found this. It echoes my imagined memories. My great grandfather was a lumberman with his own mill, his own acreage, and my great grandmother made homemade bread and soup and took to him and his workers every day. This was Pennsylvania in the late 19th and early 20th century. Lumber is still an industry there. Logging trucks up and down the Appalachian foothills were constant.
I love the way you describe the interplay and awareness of man and nature in these.