We’ve all heard the saying, “Everything happens for a reason.” Sometimes, we think we have it all figured out. We know what we want, we see our goals clearly, and we’re ready to sprint toward the finish line. But life has a funny way of shaking up our expectations. Just when we think we’re close,Read More
Happy Bunny Tales
The Boy and the Heron film review
For those who know me well, it’s no secret that I’ve been a fan of Studio Ghibli films since childhood. While I have my favorites, there are a few that don’t resonate with me as much. Unfortunately, The Boy and the Heron falls into that category. The Boy and the Heron delivers the kind ofRead More
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Mental Health
Quest to Find Peaceful Relaxation…
It’s crucial to take time to truly disconnect and relax. While we often think of vacations as the perfect opportunity for this, that’s not always the case. Sometimes, even while we’re making incredible memories, embarking on unique adventures, and enjoying new experiences, we don’t fully allow our minds and bodies toRead More
Mental Health
Quest to Stay On Track…
I’ve returned after a long break, during which I’ve been busy traveling, crafting, and transferring my domain to a new web hosting company to cut costs. We’re continuing to push forward with our plans for North Carolina, and I want to ensure we remain on track. Last month, we took a close look at ourRead More
Health
Quest to Build Our Cottage in the Mountains…
Last year I posted about how we secured some land in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina and how we are one step closer to fulfilling our dream of retiring there. Our next steps will be to continue with the quest for financial freedom and save funds. We already spent the last year lookingRead More
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Sadness
Quest to Understand Grief…
As you may have noticed from my previous updates, this year has been quite overwhelming. While things are gradually settling down, they’re far from ideal. We still have significant plans to execute, ongoing health concerns for family members, and moments where I feel the weight of it all. Taking each day and task as theyRead More
Mental Health
If I Had a Million Dollars…
Lately, amid my steadfast pursuit of financial freedom, I find myself grappling with the same whims as many others: fleeting musings like, “What if I suddenly had a million dollars?” These thoughts seem to infiltrate my mind with increasing frequency, invariably conjuring up echoes of the Barenaked Ladies’ song. I’ll admit,Read More
Mental Health
Quest to Pay Off the Last of the Dragon Hordes…
Over the past few years, my husband and I have dedicated ourselves to achieving financial freedom, aside from our mortgage. I’m thrilled to announce that we’re finally approaching the finish line. As we tie up the last loose ends of our debt, we’re also embarking on a new phase in our financial journey: planning forRead More
Mental Health-
Sadness
Goodbye to My Best Friend…
This post has been one of the most difficult for me to write, a task that has taken six months to finally face. On December 27th, shortly after Christmas, we said goodbye to our dear friend Scott. The news hit me with a profound wave of grief and shock, shattering my heart in a wayRead More
Mental Health
Feeling Overwhelmed for no Reason?
Even though I’ve stepped off the rollercoaster that the Universe had me on for the past several months, why do I still find myself overwhelmed and anxious? Despite being free from the immediate stressors, I’m struggling to relax or muster up motivation. Do you ever find yourself feeling overwhelmed, even though there’s seeminglyRead More