It’s been almost a week since I got back from an extended stay in a small town surrounded by great, seemingly untouched mountains just a few hours away from the city. It was a much needed ‘retreat’, digital detox and all, and a spontaneous decision after an out-of-town trip during Christmas. Within this ‘time-out’, husband and I found a secret beach, ate good, wholesome food (I caught on late, air fryers are such game-changers!) and visited a few historical sites from our weekly exploration of this small town and surrounding areas. It was easier to safely distance physically in a small town surprisingly outside the radar of holidaying tourists. With refreshed minds and worries left behind, we also managed to start a few passion projects and even get short-listed for a startup grant by a venture capitalist. Nothing is set in stone but just having a few things to look forward to and learn in the process are welcome opportunities, especially after a wearying 2020. Entering a new year with some good news helped achieve a new year ‘high’, however fleeting, and flex some of those ‘hope’ muscles. I’ve decided to not make any big 2021 plans and just take it one day at a time. I only plan to not take any blessing or opportunity for granted, make the most of my time and take care of myself and my people, and hopefully have more than enough to help others around me.
How about you? I hope you’ve had some good news or encouragement this new year💜
bernmusings 
Yes, it might be too early for major plans this year, but I do have a lot of hope that things will get better, maybe not right away, but later this year.
It is great to get away from the city. A small village with a view of a mountain is a great escape.
Have a wonderful week!
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Your trip sounds and looks wonderful! I do think there is reason to hope. Actually, isn’t there a saying that says “where there is hope there is life”? I guess that’s a good thing, when we have hope I mean! Here’s hoping for better things coming our way, sooner than later!
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I got a lot of long awaited renovation jobs done last year … So I’m looking to finish the 10 years of ‘wilful’ neglect in 2021 – and some weekend two-man testing when weather and Covid calms down. 🤪
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