Let me start by giving a huge shout-out to my friends and family for helping me reignite my Halloween spirit this year. My mom spent the day tagging me in photos of my past decorations, which brought back great memories. My husband, on the other hand, not only took me on a trip to HomeRead More
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Sadness
Where Has My Halloween Spirit Gone?
Halloween used to be my favorite holiday. I loved going all out with decorations, inside and out, and every year I probably spent more than I should have adding to my collection. But over the past few years, I’ve noticed a shift. I’m not buying as many new decorations, I’m purging the old ones withoutRead More
Happy Bunny Tales
A Year Since the Stars Aligned – Remembering Our Galactic Starcruiser Journey
Ta’bu e tay!! One year ago, on September 18th, 2023, my husband, our friends and I embarked on a journey we’ll never forget—a voyage aboard the Galactic Starcruiser. It was more than just an adventure; it was a life-changing experience that continues to shape who we are today. That trip aboard the Halcyon didn’t justRead More
Mental Health
Why Life’s Reality Checks Are Signs to Slow Down and Reassess
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