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Between Now and What’s Next
Lately, I’ve been feeling a little down.I feel like my life is heading in a lost direction.So many things have happened that now, with every decision I make, I have to consider all the possible consequences, and I start believing they’ll definitely go wrong. I keep having these thoughts in my head that things will…
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The Higher We Go, the More We Forget
I’ve been sitting with this quietly for a while. It’s something I’ve felt but didn’t know how to say out loud. It’s just something I’ve been noticing. The more things move ahead, the more I start to notice what gets lost.People stop saying thank you.Genuine care fades.Everything feels like a performance. Things used to feel…
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When pictures took time
Do you remember life before the internet? I still remember what it felt like to wait for photos to be developed. You’d take pictures without knowing exactly how they’d turn out. No preview or filters. Then came the waiting. You’d bring the roll to the shop, and for a while, forget what you even captured.…
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Learning to Listen to Myself
Time has been moving so quickly. I can’t believe it’s already May.This time of year always makes me pause and ask myself: What have I really done with the past few months?Not in terms of big goals or achievements, but in quieter ways like building habits, showing up for myself, and trying to become a…
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Flowers That Made Me Pause
It was a quiet kind of day.These flowers were planted along the sidewalk,probably to make things look nicer and they really did. There’s something thoughtful about that.A simple act of care,in a world that often moves too fast to notice. Beside them, a busy road.Yet somehow, this felt like the calmest part of my day.
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Exploring Himeji’s White Castle and Koko-en Garden
Today I decided to head over to Himeji Station to visit the famous White Castle and Koko-en Garden.I wasn’t really expecting anything, just exploring a few parts of Japan with an open heart.The journey took about an hour from Osaka, and right outside Himeji Station, you can already spot the castle. Before entering the castle,…
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A Life of Soft Whiskers and Warm Hugs
When we first welcomed you into our life, you were quite the feisty bunny, always cautious and hesitant to trust us. You didn’t even hesitate to give us a nip or two. But within just two weeks, you underwent such a dramatic change, becoming the sweetest bunny ever. We were both shocked to see how…
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Deer Encounters
When I visited Nara today, it had been a while since my last visit! Going there early in the morning was a great idea because the deer were quite hungry and eager for treats, which only cost about 200 yen. Just be careful, though, as they might nibble on you if you’re not paying attention!…
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Going in without any expectation
I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed reading this book. One chapter in particular really struck a chord with me emotionally. These stories are like little nuggets of wisdom for life, you know? But the biggest takeaway for me is about savouring the here and now, appreciating every moment and everyone we encounter…
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