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Portland 2025.🌲

It was an adventure getting up there, but I made it happen!!! Long story short: the booking agency I went through took my money, but they never finalized the reservation. No wonder no one could find it!!! I got to SFO at 4am to figure things out. I was scrambling trying to finalize another flight. Thankfully I was hella resourceful and I made it happen for myself. I did have to fork over some money, but I made it to the original flight I was supposed to be on. 😮‍💨

Isay picked me up at PDX! At this point, I hadn’t slept. I was a little delirious. So after Costco, we had breakfast at their place and we were all able to nap for a few hours. I was just happy to settle in. Cookie made my trip that much more fun! She reminded me so much of Beari. 🥹🐶

We did a little bit of shopping. I was really mindful of what I was going to buy. Most of my money went to food and drinks. I was able to buy postcards at Powell’s and Multnomah Falls. Lived out my Twilight dreamzzz. It was amazing!!! 🩵

I was still dealing with dumb thoughts about these stupid people, but it is what it is. I’m in the bay. Byeee! 😒😤

I’ve been trying to catch up on rest and sleep since I’ve returned. I hated my flight back because I was in the middle seat. My neck was also annoying me. I slept wrong the day before so that didn’t help.

I never want to deal with travel mishaps ever again, especially flying!!! I was so irritated. The booking agency kept gaslighting me too. “The reservation is there.” No, it’s not. Stop pissing me off. Had to file a claim with my bank. Never fucking again!!!

Anyway, I’m tired. Giants won! Woo. Trying to enjoy my time off. Before you know it, I’ll be back to work and school. I am not ready. I need some fun and spontaneity in my life. 😏

Good night.

b

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Japan!

It’s finally happening. I’ve been talking about this trip for so long. I mustered up all of my courage and booked my plane tickets for November. First solo international trip and my first time in Asia!!

I’ve been watching reels, YouTube videos, and everything in between to prep for this adventure. I’m anxious and very excited!!! I’m looking forward to taking all of these pics: food, tourist attractions, shrines, still life of the city, and heck even videos! I’ve been trying to do that more since I don’t do that enough.

I’m hoping I meet a lot of great people out there. The one thing that’s making me a bit nervous is navigating public transit. If I get lost, don’t panic. I’m confident with my sense of direction. It never hurts to ask for help either! ☺️

It’s my Monday today. I don’t want it to be the weekend yet. I’m dealing with a lot of feelings and emotions. Ahh! Part of me knows I shouldn’t. We shall see.

Good night. 💜

b

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Boston 2022.

I’m in Boston for the next few days to catch up with my college friends. I’ve been so tired and overwhelmed. It’s tough balancing school and work. Doing my best to succeed in both!

I’ll try not to think of my responsibilities at home. I’m also worrying about Beari. 😞

The flight to Boston went well. I ended up just sleeping for most of it. I didn’t get Cheez-It’s because I was napping. I’m craving them now. Lol.

It was an adventure trying to find which terminal to board for ride sharing, traffic, dropping off my belongings at the hotel, more traffic and then off to Fenway Park.

The game was a lot of fun. I only caught the last 4 innings. Ordered a Fenway frank and a Coke. Took a bunch of pics. And then it started to rain again. I’ll miss baseball. Hoping the Giants land big names in the off season. PLS!!!!

Got a pizza slice at Sal’s Pizza. It was really good! Plain cheese isn’t bad. I wanted pepperoni though. Maybe later this week!

I’m ready to ko. Need to shower and I plan to get breakfast tomorrow morning. Hope y’all had a nice day! Take care. 💜

Good night.

b

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Day 175.

Happy Thursday! Happy Friday Eve. 🙂

I really love lox and cream cheese bagels. The only fish I’m allowed to have because of my food allergies. Salmon’s the best! If I could have another bagel, I would. Lol.

Just woke up from my nap. I’m going to work on some stuff before bed tonight. Glad I finished my workout earlier today. And I’m thinking of splitting my 100 squats into 4. Instead of doing it all at once. It’s more manageable that way. 💪🏼 I’m staying consistent. I’m inspired since I can fit into a pair of jeans I bought last year. Makes me happy!

Animal Crossing update: I did the usual tasks on my island. Leif is visiting today. I got some new recipes too!

I just miss traveling. That hit me today since I saw my suitcase. Some clothes from my London tour were still in there. Sigh. Whenever it’s safe again, I’ll explore. Until then, I’ll just look back on the memories.

Giants were off today. They open a 4 game series with Arizona at home tomorrow. Go Giants! 🖤🧡

It’s time to get to work. Take care!

Good night.

b

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Day 94.

Now playing: 2 Become 1 – Spice Girls

I miss London so much! 🇬🇧 This time last year I was at Wembley with Mom and the sisters. Looking back, I’m very grateful we were able to make the trip to see The Spice Girls. It was a childhood dream come true. I almost didn’t go due to my portable oxygen concentrator fiasco, but I made it! 🙂 The night was nostalgic and it was perfect. I only wish Victoria/Posh Spice was there to complete the group. Maybe in the future? We’ll see. There are whispers that they’d like to tour again. If so, I’ll be there! ❤

Travel dreams are currently on hold due to the pandemic. Please be safe out there! This virus isn’t a hoax.

Anyway I have so many pictures from that trip that I still need to print out and archive. When my phone updated a few days ago, I freaked out a bit. I thought I lost it all. So many memories. Thankfully, my phone was just updating and it all turned up again.

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Photo credit: Loretta.

I’ll be back for you, London! Still so many things to cross off the bucket list there. I need another week or two.

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London 2019-2020.

I really miss London right now. I had so much fun! And we didn’t get to fully do everything on our list. I’d love to return in a few years time. Plenty of friends over there.

I miss the hustle and bustle of the city. I miss the snacks especially the crisps and chocolate. Bangers and mash too!

I miss traveling – domestic and international. I’ll continue to wait, but adventure is out there. I’ll take advantage of adventure any day. Once we all get through this pandemic, I won’t waste a day.

Time to sleep. I’ve been a night owl all week. That’s gotta change. And I have so many pics from this tour I haven’t been able to upload and share. Sit tight.

Peace and love.

b

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December 27, 2019.

I’ll do my best to remember everything from beginning to end on our tour. This is day one, our overnight flight to London.

I was anxious and excited. I was fully packed that morning. I forgot a few things, but that was fine. Our brother drove us to the airport (thank you!) and we were on our way. Checking in took a while, especially because of my POC (portable oxygen concentrator). I need it to fly due to my medical condition. But once we got to the front, it went well. We met up with Lil once we got through security. We had some time to eat a snack before boarding + use the bathroom. Before heading over to our gate, we also bought some snacks.

Time to board!

We were in the 42nd row, which was great because we weren’t too far from the toilets. We all had space in the overhead bins and settled in just nicely. I kept myself busy watching the live action Aladdin, Yesterday, & Where’d You Go, Bernadette? Aladdin was my favorite. We were served dinner and then we tried to sleep. I didn’t get much sleep to be honest. Sleeping upright is quite difficult. I just rested my eyes for most of the flight.

10.5 hours later – hello London! 🙂

Day two of this tour will follow shortly.

b

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