Unconventional Ways to Practice Mindfulness and Relaxation

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Mindfulness and relaxation are essential for maintaining mental well-being in today’s fast-paced world. While traditional methods such as meditation and yoga are well-known, several unconventional ways exist to achieve mindfulness and relaxation. These unique methods can add variety to your routine and make the practice more enjoyable.

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Bloganuary — Centralia, Pennsylvania: The Real-Life Inspiration for Silent Hill

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Today’s Bloganuary post is based on the prompt: “Name an attraction or town close to home that you still haven’t got around to visiting.” Centralia, Pennsylvania, is my answer, mainly because it inspired the classic video game Silent Hill. Read on for more details.

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Bloganuary: Most Memorable Road Trip

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Today’s Bloganuary post is based on the prompt: “Think back on your most memorable road trip.” Let’s get into it.

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Best of Bloganuary 2023

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In January, I took part in a WordPress challenge called Bloganuary. Every day for 31 days, I received a writing prompt to inspire me to write a post for that day, which I did. During those 31 days, I sang a song for you, wrote a poem, shared childhood memories, offered advice and aspirations, and much more. Below are what I consider to be the best of Bloganuary in no particular order. Thank you to those who read my posts and engaged with them. I appreciate it. I hope you enjoy this greatest hits retrospective of this fun writing challenge.

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What language do you wish you could speak?

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What language do you wish you could speak? Read on for my thoughts on this question, and let me know yours.

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What is your preferred mode of travel?

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What is your preferred mode of travel? I have driven cars, trucks, and vans. I’ve taken subways, trolleys, and trains. I’ve flown on airplanes, big and small. I’ve traversed water by ferries, boats, and ships. And I’ve walked a million miles in countless cities, domestic and abroad. So, what’s my preferred mode of transportation? Read on and let me know yours.

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Nashville Music City

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Behind the keyboard featured in Journey’s “Separate Ways” music video. Below it is the piano that Jonathan Cain and Steve Perry wrote “Faithfully” on.

In September, my wife and I went to Nashville to celebrate our one-year wedding anniversary. We chose Nashville because we wanted to go someplace that felt new but didn’t require a ridiculous amount of travel time or money. Also, everyone I’ve spoken with that’s been to Nashville has enjoyed their time there. In addition to eating an insane amount of fried food and meat, our trip was punctuated by several music-related excursions, which I detail below.

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Back from the Caribbean!

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I’ve returned from my Carribean cruise and it was a great trip! My girlfriend and I spent three days in Miami and then seven days on the Carnival Glory. Miami was fun, but the cruise was the highlight of the vacation. There was an abundance of food, various amenities on board the ship and three exciting excursions we enjoyed off the boat. Below is a collection of photos and videos showcasing key highlights from the trip. Continue reading

Off to the Caribbean!

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In a couple days, my girlfriend and I are heading to Miami for three days, including New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Then, we will board the Carnival Glory for a seven-day cruise, visiting Grand Cayman, Mahogany Bay, Belize, and Cozumel. We have several excursions planned, including swimming with dolphins and stingrays, cave tubing, snorkeling, and renting a wave runner. I’ll make sure to share all of the great photos, videos and stories with you when I return. Happy New Year!

Review – KISS Kruise IV: Dressed To Kill

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Dressed to kill with KISS.

Below is my video review of KISS Kruise IV, as well as photos and videos from this unforgettable event. Enjoy!

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