So, it was our 15th Wedding Anniversary, and I received some amazing presents. One of them was a getaway to a cozy cabin in the woods, completely internet-free. I can't decide which part I love the most—the enchanting woods, the charming cabin, or the absence of internet. Oh my, it's simply perfect!
Of course, with the perfect company, any place would be delightful. But this time, I had it all.
We packed a few things for ourselves and Ophelia. However, while gathering my books and watercolors, I realized I didn't have a sketchbook. I know, it doesn't make sense for an artist, but hey, life happens.
So I opened my Michael's app and discovered that I had a few coupons saved there. I ended up paying only around 3 USD for a lovely watercolor sketchbook. I grabbed it, and off we went on our adventurous getaway.
See what else I packed for the creativity in the woods, by clicking here.
The entire path was brimming with beauty, peace, and love. It's absolutely incredible how nature can connect us to the unseen realm, to those things that elude our eyes but touch our very essence.
As we journeyed, we sang, chatted, and captured moments through photographs... we were filled with immense joy.
We arrived at the most adorable cabin, and the staff left us a lovely handwritten note to celebrate our anniversary. They also prepared a special pup package for Ophelia, complete with S'mores dog cookies! She absolutely adored them.
The three of us were utterly amazed by the beauty and coziness—it was like love personified through trees, heartfelt notes, and a snug bed. Everything was simply perfect.
I received more presents during our stay, and one of them happened to be a couples' card game. I must admit, I'm not exactly a fan of such games. I've always found them a bit cheesy and lacking true insight, but these
left me with no words but gallons of tears and a fluffy happy heart.
Hubby and I are overjoyed, and I can confidently say we have a the perfect relationship (for us). We've learnt and keep learning the art communication so that it's genuinely rare for us to have a disagreement. I honestly can't recall the last time we had a fight, and we feel deeply connected and free. I could talk about this endlessly, but don't worry, I won't bore you with that, haha. The main point I want to make is that our relationship feels whole and abundant. However, this card game we played was a game-changer! Our bond delved even deeper, and the honesty and love that unfolded while playing were indescribable.
Our stay was absolutely incredible. It was adorned with twinkling stars at night, the enchanting hoot of an owl, the gentle rustling of trees and leaves dancing in the breeze (one of my favorite sounds on this planet), the aroma of coffee permeating the cabin, the crispness of the air, the awe-inspiring view of Mount Adams (and the invigorating hike—I don't even have enough breath to begin describing it lol), and, if I may indulge in a bit of singing while writing, the soothing: sound of silence.
I loved it all.
ALL.
We were completely offline throughout the entire trip, yet I felt a profound sense of connection. Connected with what truly matters, those precious intangible things that often go unnoticed. It was a deep bond with authentic love, pure awareness, and consciousness. And let me tell you, that connection is still alive within me. It hasn't vanished or been left behind in the woods—it has become a part of my very essence.
I had the opportunity to read and begin my little sketchbook during my time in the woods. Here's a glimpse of what I captured in those serene surroundings.
Since then, I haven't been online much. And you know what? I absolutely love it.
This is me, once again choosing life over social media. I mean, I need to, for the sake of my work, after all, art, among other things, deserves to be seen. But hey, that's a whole different topic for another day.
Right now, I've significantly reduced my phone usage. No push notifications to distract me. I've stuck to my no-scrolling policy. Ever since the getaway, I've been so alive in the present moment that I wanted to share this feeling with you.
I understand that not many people stumble upon this little corner of the internet, but if just one person reads this and gets inspired to escape the illusion and embrace the beauty of the present moment, I would be more than grateful.
For now,
Love & Sparkles!