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Five Simple Things (October 8)

Hello.

Here are five things this week.

1. This Run.

Didn't feel like doing anything this week as far as a workout, but glad I went on this run. It's been a bit challenging and I get headaches easier since our car wreck, but going slow and getting back into a routine helps with, not only making me feel better, but also my mental health.

2. This Crash.


A lot of the popular social media apps took a crap this week on October 4. It was almost a relief to see a lot of people not being able to access their "addictions." The crash was definitely a reminder to a lot of people to not depend on those sites as much, or at all, really. Social media is killing people's social skills/ques, and respect for each other. Unfollow, unsubscribe, step away, and stop relying on platforms online. It isn't healthy.

3. This Music.

I never take these people for granted. This was in downtown Corvallis and the talent behind these people that play like this is incredible to me. You should never take someone's talent lightly. There is effort put into setting up and playing an instrument, or displaying another talent. Always give them some credit.

4. This Pie.

Our local food co-op always has the best desserts, and sometimes you have to treat yourself. This was peanut butter cheesecake and it was delicious! 

5. This Log.


It's located in the Columbia River off Marine Drive in Portland, Oregon. The log is pushed into the ground by the undertow and someone took it upon themselves to swim out and paint it as a crocodile head. Clearly the water fowl aren't fazed by it. 

Did you catch the Moon near the Regulus start cluster this week (2), or Cygnus the Swan (6)?



  

Positive affirmations this week:

If you look up "assuming is..." on the internet a lot of different reasons to NOT assume pop up. Whatever your reasoning for assuming something, the best way to avoid disappointment, or overthinking is not to assume anything. Even assuming the best will sometimes lead to disappointment in the end. Not assuming anything with any situation and allowing the situation to play out as it does is a good way to help with healthy mental health. It takes practice, constant practice, but it can be done.

Have a nice weekend.

Autumn I see you...

Seasonal changes are always something I don't take lightly. With the change of the season you can literally make changes within yourself. I like to look back on the season before and see how far I've come with everything. My physical health, my mental health, as well as my personal self. I've gotten better with the seasonal changes on looking at all of the positives that have made me healthier all the way around. I am ready to embrace this season with a few more seasonal changes with myself and see where and have far I've come when the winter season comes. 




Twilight Saga: Forks, Washington

This past weekend we decided to make the short trip to Forks, Washington, and Port Angeles, Washington, to check out some of the Twilight Saga movie perks of the area. Of course, these two actual locations weren't used in the movie filming, but there were a few things that were used. The Forks High School sign, the Welcome to Forks sign, and a few random things in and around both areas. We also enjoyed spending a lot of time on the Quileute Indian Reservation and the beach at La Push. The beach at La Push had a lot of surfers and it's definitely a place we will have to add to our surfing bucket list. 

Forks Visitors' Center:



Our entire trip was a day trip and it covered almost 750 miles round trip. 











The Swan Home in Forks. An Airbnb that you can actually stay in and get the complete feel of Twilight:


The sign at Forks High School used in the movie:


Twilight fan signs on the way to La Push:



Tribute to Stephenie Meyer:


On the way to the Quileute Indian Reservation and La Push:



The view from La Push was amazing, especially as the sun went down. Absolutely will be giving this area another trip to check out the swells and surf a bit in the waters here.











Coming down along the bayfront in Port Angeles, Washington: 


Along the jetty separating Washington and Canada. This view is of the Washington side.


View of the Canada side from the jetty.

This area in Forks, Washington, has a Forever Twilight in Forks Festival. The festival falls on September 8-11, 2022. You can purchase tickets starting on January 1, 2022.