Self-Development

52 Experiences Check-In: Q3 2023
Liann

52 Experiences Check-In: Q3 2023

Happy Fall! Who else is ready for cooler weather? It’s time for a change! I can’t wait to move on from this summer’s sticky and oppressive heat. Q3 2023 was jam-packed with a constant stream of activity. Over the past

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Excel in Consumer Negotiation
Liann

4 Sure-Fire Ways to Excel in Consumer Negotiation

You might be surprised at how often you can drive the price down on consumer goods and services. Almost everything is negotiable; it’s just a matter of asking. While it might feel uncomfortable, it’s the only way to get the

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52 Experiences Check-In: Q2 2023
Liann

52 Experiences Check-In: Q2 2023

In the last few months, time has seemed to pass by slowly and quickly all at once. Have you ever felt this way before? It’s a strange sensation. As Brian and I wrap up the second quarter of the year,

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52 Experiences Check-In Q1
Liann

52 Experiences Check-In: Q1 2023

Three months down, nine more to go. The first quarter of the year has been a busy one. To be quite honest, as I think back on Q1 , I realize how much of it has been a blur! I

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A New Year: 52 Experiences in 52 Weeks
Liann

A New Year: 52 Experiences in 52 Weeks

It’s 2023! Another year of opportunity and possibility. Happy New Year to all of you. Brian and I hope you enjoyed your holidays. Ours were a whirlwind of fun, food, and hugs abound. We are completely unrested, but looking forward

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1965 Balcony Update
Liann

1965 Balcony Refresh: The Next Phase of Life

Neighbors approached Brian and me as we worked to replace the balcony flooring. They were excited for us. One remarked that he had never seen the prior owners set foot out there in the 7 years they lived in the

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Balcony Breakdown
Liann

Balcony Breakdown and Extra Efforts

Brian and I kicked off the following Saturday with an early morning and a whole lot of optimism. We couldn’t wait to break down and tear out the old balcony flooring. We thought removing the original plywood floor would be

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Strength in Numbers: Protecting the New Balcony Floor
Liann

Strength in Numbers: Protecting the New Balcony Floor

After the 10-hour venture to pick up our Marine-Grade Plywood, Brian and I took a week to research how to best protect it. Fresh from the aftermath of a waterproofing failure, we’ve become obsessed with learning about protective measures. It’s

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Minimalism Helps Us Achieve Freedom
Liann

How Minimalism Helps Us Achieve Greater Freedom

Sometimes, I joke that I became a minimalist out of necessity. While there is a little truth to that, I have found that I actually prefer a minimalist lifestyle to one that celebrates excess. Minimalism is intentionally choosing to own

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