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EXPECTATION VS. REALITY

Although “Expectation vs. Reality” is a funny meme on the internet, there is a lot to learn from the principle. My “Expectation vs Reality” journal entries discuss daily life realities that are often romanticized. Despite this, reality is always better and lower in stakes.

Expectation vs. Reality: Procrastination and Crafting
Julia Child’s Kitchen: Visiting the Workspace of a Legend
Staying in the United States
A New Home
I Lived a “Cottagecore” Lifestyle for Three Years. Here’s What I Learned: Part 3
I Lived a “Cottagecore” Lifestyle for Three Years. Here’s What I Learned: Part 4
I Lived a “Cottagecore” Lifestyle for Three Years. Here’s What I Learned: Part One
I Lived a “Cottagecore” Lifestyle for Three Years. Here’s What I Learned: Part 2

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Lord Chase Constantine by me, Acrylic/Canvas. His posture and dress are inspired by Alexander Hamilton. A Christmas present for the family.
Sir Hunter Alexander by me, Acrylic/Canvas. His posture and dress are inspired by Chevalier de Saint-Georges. A Christmas present for the family.
I went overboard with the edible glitter, but I wanted to share my holiday cheesecake! It’s iced in whipped cream and decorated with leftover Swiss Meringue Buttercream from another cake. The crust is cherry pecan shortbread. Merry Christmas, Everyone!🎄 🎉🎂🎅🏾
“America ships tons of sugar cookies to Denmark and Denmark ships tons of sugar cookies to America. Wouldn’t it be more efficient just to swap recipes?” ― Michael Pollan
Just a recap of some of the things I’ve sewn and knitted this year. Pretty proud of my slow fashion endeavors! Happy New Year! 🎆
I’m being a little too dramatic, but how else are you supposed to act after sewing a pirate shirt? 🫣😉

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