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One Year on YouTube Reflection

It’s been quite a year! Not even the one that I was expecting, but reflecting on this past year, I’d like to share my schedule, how long it takes to make one video, the support that I have had, and earnings. I feel like I’ve grown a lot over the past year, and have gained a lot of insight into the people that I surround myself with (in a good way - thank goodness).

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Bike Skills Balance | Riding With No Hands

This bike skill is something that you may need so that you can put on a jacket at the same time, drink some water, or eat a full meal, or maybe you just think it looks cool and it’s been on your bucket list of things to do for a while. In any case, learn how to balance with no hands while riding your bike.

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Habits of Highly Effective People | The Independent Ones

After reading the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, there are some main takeaways, from the first 3 habits (the independence-focused once), that I wanted to share for those who would rather a cliff notes version or people who would rather do something else than read, but would still like to be highly effective, or more so. Reading is my jam, so I happily share the main takeaways I learned about habits from Stephen Covey.

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I Passed the Pilot Institute TRUST Test. You Can Too!

I had no idea that I needed to pass an FAA test to obtain a license in order to fly a drone. Seemed like an awful lot of trouble to just fly a little drone around for fun. As I flew one over the tennis courts, my opponent mentioned it off-handedly, and I freaked out. I had to pass the test, but I hadn’t taken an actual test in ages.

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Yoga Crow Pose | Stretches and Warmup

If you’re looking to learn how to do the yoga crow pose, and you're a beginner, then look no further! I don’t typically practice yoga, but there are some yoga poses that just seem a little more fun and challenging than others. One of these is the crow pose. I found a yoga instructor that shares her advice and warm up tips, so let’s do this!

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The Slow Living Movement

Slow Living, for the win! Okay, I'll try to be more chill, but my personality type seems to be the opposite of slow living. My aunt sent me an article about slow living, and after a lot of research, here are some beginner steps you can take towards a slower lifestyle because busy is not always better.

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2021 Travel Thoughts

It's complicated because there are so many factors to consider. Already I've gone to Portland and Mexico (pre vaccine during COVID). I'm not done traveling yet though. I think.

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Scuba Diving with Discover Manzanillo

If you don't want to deal with the super expedited US passport renewal process, then check your passport now! I do not recommend this method to renew your US passport, but if you have to do it, then here is all the information you will need. Good luck!

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Super Expedited US Passport Renewal

If you don't want to deal with the super expedited US passport renewal process, then check your passport now! I do not recommend this method to renew your US passport, but if you have to do it, then here is all the information you will need. Good luck!

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Tom McCall Waterfront Park's Cherry Blossoms

I missed cherry blossoms the last time I went to Japan, but found out quickly that there are cherry blossoms in Portland Oregon, which is where my sister lives. I don’t know what I love about cherry blossoms but I wanted to share my experience in case you would also like to visit.

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Wahclella Falls Trail

Have you ever hiked the Wahclella Falls Trail? Have you even heard of the Wahclella Falls Trail? Well we just did this easy waterfall hike, and would like to tell you all about it. On the list of the things you’ll need: shoes and a car, but also to be near the Portland area. That would help.

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Austin to Portland

I'm going from Austin to Portland, this 2021 flight will be one for the books since this is my first trip in the pandemic times. I live in Austin, my sister's in Portland and I'm going for a visit. I've heard flight travel has been quite safe, but we'll see.

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