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Do you spend more time thinking about the future or the past? Why? Past or Future: Where My Mind WandersI probably spend more time reflecting on my past experiences and accomplishments. Not out of regret or longing, but because those memories have shaped who I am today—each chapter a testament…
PTSD and Me Some days, the words flow like water from a broken dam. My fingers can barely keep pace with the memories surging onto…
Life isn’t meant to be a straight line. Like a rollercoaster, it takes us through exhilarating highs and challenging lows, each turn shaping who we…
The Sunshine State’s Weather Whiplash Florida residents experienced a dramatic temperature swing this January, as balmy 80-degree days plummeted to near-freezing conditions within hours. This…
The champagne bottles from New Year’s Eve have long since been recycled, the confetti swept away, and we’re deep enough into January that writing “2025”…

I’m Vicki, the creator and author behind this blog. I’m a minimalist and simple living enthusiast who has dedicated her life to living with less and finding joy in the simple things.