Jared Harding Wilson – Hike Stars On Earth

Wordless Wednesday: Sunset Strides Showing Splendid Skies 🌅

A panoramic landscape view of a fiery orange sunset over a suburban neighborhood street and mountain silhouette, captured by runner Jared Harding Wilson.

Join us for this week’s Wordless Wednesday as runner and photographer Jared Harding Wilson captures a dramatic Utah sunset. Atmospheric smoke from a nearby forest fire painted the sky in brilliant hues of gold, orange, and deep blue—providing the ultimate backdrop during training for next weekend’s half marathon. Experience the golden horizon.

Wordless Wednesday: Little Ladybug Leaves Lovely Lessons 🐞

Bright orange ladybug with black spots resting on a fallen golden leaf, photographed by Jared Harding Wilson.

You never know what—or who—will be waiting to greet you when you start your morning. 🐞 Jared Harding Wilson captures two close-up moments with a beautiful spotted ladybug, first resting on a fallen leaf and then exploring the sidewalk outside the office. Sometimes the smallest encounters are the ones that make an ordinary day feel a little more extraordinary.

🕷️ Spider-Man: Brand New Day Review — Maybe the Real Superpower Is Not Being Alone

I went into Spider-Man: Brand New Day expecting a superhero movie—and came out thinking about loneliness, friendship, forgiveness, and why none of us are meant to go through life alone. 🕷️❤️ Here’s my very non-professional, very enthusiastic review, complete with spoilers, a little Googling, and a few things I absolutely loved about this new chapter of Spider-Man.

How I Met My Significant Other: How the Magic Got Started 🪄❤️

Jared Harding Wilson smiles warmly at the camera in a Harry Potter costume during a movie marathon, holding a cat beside his wife in Gryffindor-inspired atti

I prayed for years to meet the right woman—but I never expected the answer to involve Harry Potter, a matchmaking best friend, a phone call, and a Golden Snitch sugar cookie. 🪄❤️ Here’s the story of how Jared Harding Wilson met his wife, and why he believes the magic started long before they ever met.

🍕 How I Turn a Simple Sam’s Club Frozen Pizza Into a Sizzling Gourmet Dinner

Text: A perfectly baked, loaded cauliflower crust pizza with melted cheddar and roasted vegetables hot out of the oven. By Jared Harding Wilson

You won’t believe how an ordinary frozen pizza transforms into a sizzling, gourmet bistro masterpiece with just a few clever kitchen hacks! In this post, Jared Harding Wilson shares how a simple Sam’s Club cauliflower crust pizza, fresh sautéed vegetables, and sharp Tillamook cheddar—paired with a secret DIY home theater setup—created the ultimate cozy movie night.

Sailing Through the Monsters: Why Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey Is an Unforgettable Masterpiece

Official movie poster for Christopher Nolan's film The Odyssey, featured in a blog review by Jared Harding Wilson highlighting the Trojan Horse and Greek soldier.

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey isn’t just a mythic blockbuster—it’s a haunting, masterclass examination of trauma, grief, and what happens when a hero finally loses control. In this deep-dive review, blogger Jared Harding Wilson breaks down how Nolan turns Homer’s ancient epic into an unforgettable cinematic experience, contrasting the movie’s most tragic changes with the original poem while uncovering the hidden metaphors behind its terrifying monsters.

The Best Advice I’ve Ever Received: Trust God, and then…

Jared Harding Wilson’s split image about trusting God as an anchor and four questions for choosing a spouse and building a strong marriage

What if the best advice I’ve ever received had nothing to do with making life easier—and everything to do with learning who to trust? Jared Harding Wilson shares the two pieces of advice that have shaped his life: trusting God through life’s storms and choosing a spouse who aligns with you spiritually, intellectually, physically, and as a partner in family. One came from faith; the other came from his adopted father—and both have changed the way he sees life, love, and the journey ahead.

Spiritual Sunday: If Your Mind Can Create Fear, Imagine What It Can Create with Hope

Featured image by Jared Harding Wilson showing a peaceful mountain sunrise and a person looking toward the light with the words “Your brain is powerful enough to create fear. Imagine what it can do when it creates hope,” illustrating a Christian message of hope, faith, healing, mental health, and Doctrine and Covenants 6:36.

I never imagined I would question whether life was worth living—but for a brief moment, I did. In this deeply personal Spiritual Sunday post, Jared Harding Wilson reflects on the miracle of finding hope again through Jesus Christ, therapy, and faith. If fear has ever clouded your future, this message offers a reminder that God is not finished writing your story.

Ultimate Juicy Turkey Feta Burgers Recipe

Fully assembled gourmet turkey feta burger with bacon and avocado served on a white plate with a side salad.

You won’t believe how an accidental heavy hand with the garlic and feta created the juiciest, most mouthwatering turkey burger you’ll ever taste! If you are tired of dry, flavorless turkey patties that fall apart on the grill, Jared Harding Wilson shares the ultimate go-to recipe featuring savory feta cheese, crispy bacon, Dave’s Killer Bread buns, and a few secret touches that will completely change your backyard barbecue game.

Step Back in Time: A Comprehensive Guide to the Provo Pioneer Village

Jared Harding Wilson smiling in a blue shirt with the Sons of the Utah Pioneers Pioneer Village sign.

Step back in time and discover the rustic charm of 19th-century frontier life with this definitive photo tour of the Provo Pioneer Village. Captured through the lens of Jared Harding Wilson, this post takes you inside authentic pioneer cabins, working blacksmith shops, vintage carriages, and a historic schoolhouse complete with the rare Deseret alphabet.