Getting Back To It!

Some of you may have noticed that I haven't posted about my Pine Valley friends in a little while. Truth be told, I needed a bit of a break. While I love the characters like family, the storylines were getting pretty heavy, and it was starting to weigh me down.

Break is over, and I'm pretty excited to dive back into the lives of my favorite fictional people. When will the truth about who really shot Frankie come to light? The sooner the better, I think. This whole Proteus storyline really needs to pick up steam.

Not going to do a giant play-by-play right now, but I do want to wrap up by saying that I absolutely cannot wait to visit with Leo and Greenlee again. Erica better show Greenlee some respect when all the Frankie drama is over for keeping Enchantment above water.

Okay, I'm really done. Longer recap/opinion piece soon.

Christmas Presents From Eric: 2025

 Okay, so, I know the title is self-explanatory, but the gifts were amazing. The whiskey fudge is absolutely delicious, the Labyrinth calendar is iconic, the nutcracker is equal parts terrifying and weird, but let's talk about the ceramic Christmas tree. Don't know if I've ever posted about my desire to own one on this blog, but I have wanted to since I was little. Must have said this to Eric at least a dozen times over the years. Thought I knew what the present was by the shape of the box, (I was totally wrong), but was completely shocked when I saw it. So beautiful! So grateful to finally have one. That it came from my favorite person makes it all the more special. Eric puts a great amount of time and effort into the gifts he gives, and they never disappoint. Awesome Christmas morning exchanging presents, and making memories.

Making Space

Making Space by R.F. Kuang
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Unique, strange, and quite scary. Stilted narration.

3 Days, 9 Months, 27 Years

3 Days, 9 Months, 27 Years: The Time Traveler's Passport by John Scalzi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Absolutely fantastic. Falling more and more in love with time travel stories. Good narration.

Quote Of The Moment…

"I wouldn't believe Paul Heyman if his tongue came notarized."
-Corey Graves 

Evidence Of The Affair

Evidence of the Affair by Taylor Jenkins Reid
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Absolutely delicious! Fantastic! Great narration.

Quote Of The Moment…

 "You can't change your own history, so don't try to sugarcoat it, or lie about it."
-Smokey Glow

Rest In Peace!

Photo Credit: Jill Rock

 Flynnigan has passed away. Wasn't looking well when I got up this morning, almost like he had bloat or something. Couldn't swim properly, and was listing to his side. There were several times in a few minute span that I was sure he had gone, but then he rallied and started eating. Hope he really enjoyed his last meal. He was a very good fish, and will be missed. May the next leg of your journey be a peaceful one, my friend. 

Christmas Presents From Family: 2025

Photo Credit: Jill Rock

Rocking horse and Wicked ornament from mom, and beautiful Siamese kittens from my sister. Wonderful gifts.

Quote Of The Moment…

 "I can't fight your fight, but I'm in your corner."
-Vernon to Anita

Captured Us Perfectly!

Found a Simpsons filter on an Instagram ad a couple of days before Christmas and did this. Loved it so much that I printed it out, framed it, and gave it to Eric for Christmas. Don't know how he feels about it yet, as I'm writing this in advance, and scheduling posting. Will be sure to let everyone know.

Happy Place

Happy Place by Emily Henry
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Perfect, to the point where it doesn't seem possible for something to be as much. Painfully beautiful. I love it more than I can say. Flawless performance.

12/23/2025: Still love it as much as I did the first time, but wish there wasn't so much sex. Kind of takes me out of the story in moments.

Provincetown: June 30, 2023

Photo Credit: Eric Bain

 Went back to Provincetown for my birthday in 2023. Lazy, calm, perfect day with my best friend. Absolutely nothing better.

Beach Read

Beach Read by Emily Henry
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love! Love! Love! That simple. Great narration.

12/19/2025: Still beautiful perfection.

Provincetown: September 19, 2022

 Photo Credit: Eric Bain

My first trip to Provincetown! Such a wonderful time! Enjoyed the beach, had wonderful food, and was in fantastic company. Oliver even joined us. Eric thought me getting a little tipsy after having a jack and coke was pretty hilarious. Wonderful day, wonderful memories. Hope you like the pictures.

Keepsake…

 Photo Credit: Steven Dvorkin

Saw an ad on Instagram, and new my mom would absolutely love it. Think it came out pretty nice. Always a plus when you get to add a family-centric keepsake to the collection.

Fair Pricing…

Pink Goes Good With Green…

 Photo Credit: Steven Dvorkin

 

Another from Walgreens. Christmas stuff was on sale wicked cheap when I got him, so I figured there's no harm in adding to the collection.

Quote Of The Moment…

 "Don't make someone fall for you if you're not ready to catch them."
-Jay Shetty

Could Be Worse…

Still Life

Starting off with full transparency, I'm writing this review after a second playthrough.

We'll start with positives. Story is rich. Graphics and animations were top notch when this game was released, and hold up fairly well. Hours will go by in a blink, as you will become fully invested, and be itching to see how everything plays out. Duel perspectives are fantastic, and trade off regularly, helping things stay fresh, and keep the player guessing.

Negatives: Glitchy gameplay will drive you absolutely bonkers, and have you questioning your life. Illogical, unnecessarily hard puzzles abound. Frustration will seem like a new best friend, and logic and reasoning are pretty much nonexistent. Let's add another con. Unnecessary backtracking happens with such frequency that you will want to put your fist through your computer screen.

Lastly, horrible voice acting. Couldn't figure out which category this fit under, as it is positively awful, but will lead to unintentional hilarity and potentially dangerous fits of laughter. Be your own judge.
Game is worth it, all and all, and will leave you wanting to play the sequel. 
 

Earth, Wind, & Fire Concert At Mohegan Sun: December 7-8, 2025

Photo Credit: Eric Bain

 I know the title is self-explanatory, but figured I'd share a little bit about the experience. Concert was fantastic, though a tiny bit overly loud for the first few songs. Once my ears adjusted, I could hear that the band sounded wonderful, and I loved seeing the passion they all had after all these years.

Food was fantastic, and company was even better. Had so much fun playing the slots, even if they were more down than up. Really want to go back in the beginning of March to see Rod Stewart. Fingers crossed.