As a child, I loved playing with Legos. Most of the sets belonged to my brother, but he always let me join in the fun, and those colorful bricks fueled countless imaginative adventures. As I grew older, my interests shifted to arts and crafts, reading, and video games. While I knew Lego remained popular, evidencedRead More
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Mental Health
Gratitude, Relaxation, and a Joyful Start to the Holiday Season
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! While I only had Thanksgiving Day off, working remotely made for a relatively quiet week overall. This holiday weekend, I focused on what I truly needed: relaxation and recharging. Despite the challenges of this year, I made a point to reflect on the things I’m thankful for, bigRead More
Happy Bunny Tales
Finding Gratitude in a Year of Challenges: A Thanksgiving Reflection
As Thanksgiving approaches, I find myself reflecting on the past year. It hasn’t been an easy one, marked by loss, stress, and uncertainty, but even in the midst of these challenges, there is so much to be grateful for. We said goodbye to our best friend, a loss that still weighs heavily on our hearts,Read More
Sadness
A Letter to Lestat: Our Beloved Yorkie
Lestat, It’s hard to believe you’re gone. For 16 and a half wonderful years, you filled our home with your tiny paws and an enormous heart. You weren’t just a pet; you were our baby, a little soul who brought us endless joy, comfort, and laughter. From the moment I brought you home, you knewRead More
Mental Health
Embracing Personal Control in an Unpredictable World
On my blog, I’ve made it a personal rule to steer clear of topics that often ignite heated debates, such as politics or religion. The internet is a vast space where diverse beliefs and perspectives collide, and my goal has always been to create a haven, a safe, welcoming corner where readers can connect withoutRead More
Mental Health
Energy Savers: Embracing Shortcuts for a Healthier, Happier Home
I have recently started seeing a chiropractor, requiring three visits a week for the first month, plus daily at-home exercises. On top of that, I’ve been reflecting on how to improve our family’s eating habits and tackling the countless tasks that keep our household running smoothly all while dealing with a senior dog who isRead More
Being Creative
Crafting a Prismatic Christmas Wreath: Adding Iridescent Magic to Our Holiday Décor
As I began decorating our home for the Christmas season over the weekend, I decided to add a unique, personal touch to our outdoor décor—a new Christmas wreath! Inspired by the prismatic iridescent theme that I’ve loved over the past few years, I wanted to create something that would complement the shimmering look of ourRead More
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Mental Health
Embrace the Magic of a Cozy Christmas: Simple Tips for a Relaxing Holiday Season
Each year, I tell myself that this will be the year for a truly relaxing and cozy Christmas. But somehow, as the holidays approach, it only seems to get harder—whether it’s dealing with loss, a hectic schedule, or just the pressure that comes with the season. This year, more than ever, I need that peacefulRead More
Health
Biltmore!
Have you ever heard of The Biltmore? It’s the largest privately-owned home in the United States. My husband discovered it through a friend and surprised me with a trip there in 2017 for my birthday. We loved it so much that we went back the next year and since then we decided it will alwaysRead More
Health
Favorite Time of Year
We are getting into my absolute favorite time of year. Even though the days are starting to get shorter I can’t help but be happy. It’s not as humid outside and the mornings are bringing with it a slight coolness in the air that rejuvenates me. Living in Florida in the summertime is not asRead More