Excerpt From April 22nd, 2025 This morning felt like something out of a dream. We woke up in the still-dark silence, guided only by starlight and the faint promise of dawn. The red earth beneath our feet and the silhouettes of towering rock formations surrounded us as we made our way along the trail to…
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Wilmington, NC | East Coast Loving
Free Things to do in Wilmington Wilmington, North Carolina, offers a wide range of free and fun activities perfect for visitors and locals alike. One of the highlights is the scenic Wilmington Riverwalk, a 1.75-mile boardwalk along the Cape Fear River that’s ideal for a peaceful stroll or people-watching. Nature lovers will enjoy the New…
New Universal Attractions!
🎢 New Attractions at Universal Orlando Resort (2025) 1. Universal Epic Universe (Opening May 22, 2025) Universal’s fourth theme park, Epic Universe, is the most ambitious expansion in the resort’s history. Spanning five immersive lands and over 50 experiences, it promises to redefine theme park entertainment. NBCUNIVERSAL MEDIA Key Lands & Attractions: 2. DreamWorks Land (Opening June…
GRAND CANYON
There is a reason why the Grand Canyon is considered one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Pictures and videos just simply do not do this wondrous piece of land. As I stood at the rim, gazing into layer upon layer of painted rock, I felt time slow down. Every curve and color…
One-Pot Jambalaya Recipe
Last week I posted my Crockpot Gumbo Recipe, this week I’m making Jambalaya! Similar but not the same. Gumbo is a soupy stew often served with rice, while jambalaya is a rice-based dish where the rice is cooked in the same pot with other ingredients. Gumbo typically involves a roux (flour and fat) or other thickener…
Crockpot Gumbo with Chicken, Sausage and Shrimp
Hi, I’m back with recipes. I haven’t posted a recipe in a while because I felt like.. An imposter? I also felt like I wanted to take my blog in another direction but I recently remembered how much I enjoyed cooking and how much people enjoyed my cooking. Particularly my family. I recently made a…
Atomic Habits by James Clear
“Atomic Habits” by James Clear – Summary Core Idea:Small habits, when repeated consistently over time, lead to remarkable results. Lasting change comes from building a system of habits—not from setting goals. Key Concepts: The 4 Laws of Behavior Change: To build a good habit: To break a bad habit, invert the laws: Practical Strategies: So, if you have a goal in…
Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE My First Trip to Universal Studios
Universal Orlando Resort has three main theme parks and one entertainment district: 1. Universal Studios Florida 2. Universal Islands of Adventure 3. Universal Volcano Bay Bonus: Universal CityWalk (Entertainment District)
Self Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing
Self-publishing and traditional publishing each offer distinct advantages and challenges, and the right choice depends largely on an author’s goals, resources, and preferences. Self-publishing provides authors with complete creative control over their work, including decisions about content, cover design, pricing, and release timing. It also offers significantly higher royalty rates—sometimes up to 70%—and a much…
Rewriting My Future
My daughter and I are a family. We are stable and loving and just enough the way we are. We don’t need anyone else to make us complete. Don’t get me wrong I still value marriage and if someone down the road compliments my lifestyle then they are welcome to join me in my journey. I dislike the idea that I have to be with someone or seeing or sleeping with someone in order to be valued or worthy of conversation. I want people to ask me about me and what I am doing, not who.
with love, c.p 