Reviews
Carla Valentin
2022 Favorites: 25 Things that Worked for Me ...

Here are the experiences, products, and applications that affected me in 2022. I've done my best not to include anything from previous years, but needless to say, the things on those lists (for the most part) carry over for this year as well.

2022 Favorites: 25 Things that Worked for Me This Year
Adventure
Carla Valentin
Social Distancing, Isolation, and Quarantine: ...

I finally understand why Rapunzel wanted freedom from her tower.

It has been nearly a month since the entire world has begun to take the global pandemic of COVID19 seriously and it's been a single week since I've been confined in my room.

I went from social distancing to isolation and the difference is staggering.

Social Distancing, Isolation, and Quarantine: My Thoughts and Actions
Adventure
Carla Valentin
2019 Reflections: What Did I Do & What I ...

There were several ups and downs when it comes to 2019. When I first think of 2019, i think of loss, but when I reflect on all I did this year, there were also several accomplishments as well. I’ll be using my vision board as a guide for this adventure of a blog post.

2019 Reflections: What Did I Do & What I Didn’t Do
Pets, Family
Carla Valentin
Princess Natsu: The "Tail" of My 19 Year Old Cat

Have you ever done the morally “right” thing yet felt so heartbroken from your choice?

On October, 30th, I made the difficult decision to put my nineteen year old cat down due to a cocktail of health issues that she had little to no chance from recovering from.

While I am glad I let her rest in peace, my heart and soul still feels the pain and loss that comes from no longer having my feline companion in my life.

Princess Natsu: The "Tail" of My 19 Year Old Cat
Other, Reviews
Carla Valentin
2018 Favorites: 25 Things That Worked for me ...

I will cover a list of recommendations of experiences, products, and applications that affected my 2018 journey. These cover a broad range and spectrum of items, but I have done my best to categorize them for your leisure. I look forward to finding out what your Top 5 life-changers are.

2018 Favorites: 25 Things That Worked for me This Year

Productivity

Getting Things Done: Reading Report and Review

Getting Things Done: Reading Report and Review

Do you ever feel overwhelmed? You feel like you are fighting a hydra and no matter how many heads you slice, two more keep growing in its place?

This is what life feels like. Whenever you complete a task at work, you get three more in its place. If you complete something for a relative, suddenly two more ask for favors. After going to a hangout with friends, you are suddenly involved in another project. Your to-do list is growing and you cannot keep up.