Summer outings have always been a big deal in our family. With just the four of us, we’ve built a little tradition we really look forward to—one special outing for each side of the family—one for my folks and one for my husband. It’s nothing fancy, but it’s ours, and it’s something we all treasure. Every year, the planning kicks off with casual conversations — … Continue reading How To Make Every Family Summer Outing More Meaningful
Today marks the first day of the love month, but before we get caught up in all the heart-shaped everything, let’s talk about the kind of love that often gets overlooked—self-love. It’s a word that gets thrown around a lot, but what does it really mean? It’s not about pricey spa days, shopping sprees, or curating the perfect aesthetic. Sure, those things are nice, but … Continue reading Celebrating Self-Love in Practical Ways
I recently watched Upstream, a Chinese film released in 2023. It was my first time watching a movie from China, and it was highly recommended by my husband, who had seen it before me. The title immediately intrigued me—I couldn’t help but wonder how it would connect to the story. Directed by Zheng Xu, who also played the title role of Gao Zhilei, the movie … Continue reading The Best Lessons You’ll Learn from the Movie Upstream
2024 was a year of challenges, lessons, and growth—here’s what I’ve learned as we look toward 2025.
#YearEndReflections #LessonsLearned #2024Recap #PersonalGrowth #LifeLessons #MovingForward #NewYearGoals Continue reading Year-end Reflections 2024
From My Corner of the Couch 