Category: Real Life Stories
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A Heart-Healthy New Chapter Begins ❤️
A 95% blockage, a stent, and a completely unexpected wake-up call. I’m sharing what I learned, the signs I almost missed, and how I’m pivoting toward a heart-healthy lifestyle while still living and travelling fully.
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13-Day Road Trip on the Canadian East Coast
On July 2, Andy and I embarked on a 13-day road trip along the Canadian East Coast, visiting Quebec City, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Nova Scotia. Unexpected adventures included a ghost town and stunning nature. Our journey was filled with laughter, exploration, and meaningful time together, making it a memorable experience.
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Egg Roll in a Bowl 🥢
Egg roll in a bowl recipe that’s quick, healthy, and low calorie. Made with ground meat and coleslaw mix, this easy dinner is perfect for busy nights.
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⚡ Rural Power Outage Reality
Living rural means power outages aren’t rare. Here’s how we prepare for long outages so life keeps running — even when the water doesn’t.
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🚗 February 5th Was Not On My Bingo Card
A minor car accident on February 5th turned a quick Walmart run into a not-so-fun lesson about whiplash, seatbelts, and gratitude.
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Cayo Iguana – Trinidad Cuba
A relaxed catamaran day from Trinidad, Cuba to Cayo Iguana -snorkeling, wildlife, great food, and an honest first hand view.
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🌴 Cuba Check-In, Jan 18, 2026
🌴 Cuba Check-In: A Little Reality, A Little Sunshine I wanted to share a quick on-the-ground update, because I know there’s been a lot of noise lately about Cuba — and sometimes it’s hard to know what’s real and what’s just headlines. Here’s the honest version from someone actually here 👇
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Sometimes It’s Just About Finding Gluten Free Pizza 🍕
Navigating food triggers isn’t easy, but finding something you can eat and enjoy feels like a victory. Today’s win: gluten-free pizza 🍕