Some days it just hits out of nowhere.

The day was good. I got things done. I laughed. Nothing went wrong. Yet somehow, here I am, feeling emotionally drained, carrying a weight I can’t even explain…

It’s strange how your mind can turn on one without asking

Maybe that’s okay, though. Not pretending everything is fine all the time, but accepting that some days are just heavier than others.

Tomorrow will come. And hopefully, so will a lighter version of me. >.<

Amazing day today. Got so much done. Spent 3–4 hours working on the deck, and it’s finally looking brand new and ready for oiling. Also got some weeding done! 👍

After that I was completely exhausted (and starving), so I called mom. she was up for a little adventure. We took the dog to our favorite swimming spot, but right as i hit the water.. the weather had other plans. The wind picked up out of nowhere, and then the rain started pouring.

So we changed plans, grabbed a pizza, headed back to her place and watched a movie instead. wouldn’t have changed a thing. Just relaxing, eating pizza, cuddling with the dog and enjoying the evening…. 🤭

I woke up feeling skeptical, but I’m berry glad I went.

The weather turned out amazing on todays hike, the sun showed up, I found the perfect spot for a swim, and of course… I somehow wandered home with another bag of raspberries. Funny how that keeps happening..🤭

I meant to save more of them, but quality control got the better of me. Let’s just say I thoroughly tested the harvest on the way home. 🍓

I still have about half a mason jar left from my last raspberry jam batch, but there were enough berries left over to make 3little jars today. They didn’t set quite as perfectly as the big batch, but they still tasted berry good. Since i got alot left, i will be giving them away to family 😌

As if that wasn’t enough, I’m very lucky to have a couple of cherry trees in my garden too, so I picked some cherries while I was at it. The sweet cherries are absolutely delicious.

There are also regular cherries, so I get the best of both worlds. A little bit of everything, and I’m definitely not complaining. 🍒

I’ve been seeing a lot of people on Tumblr trying fermentation lately, and it’s got me abit inspired. With all the berries and cherries growing around me, maybe it’s time to try making some cherry wine or cider . It could be a fun little project.. 🤷‍♂️Tumblr really is full of lovely people and great inspiration.

I’m ending the day feeling genuinely happy. Time to kick back with some snacks, a little treat and a movie.. Tonight’s pick is The Death of Robin Hood. It has a 6.1 on IMDb, so I’m curious to see how it holds up.

Some days are just the cherry on top. 🍒

Since I love foraging for free food, I figured it was time to grow a little of my own. While mowing the lawn today, I decided to bring my old strawberry patch back to life after years of weeds and overgrowth.

It’s far from perfect, and there’s still more weeding to do, but it’s a good start. If all goes to plan, this little corner will soon be full of potatoes. or something else… 🤷😌

Today’s mission was all about bringing a little life back to things that had been neglected.

I was planning change the impeller on the engine. Then I found out I should move the lawn. But I should maybe do something with the garden as well. But then I should maybe do something about the wooden deck where I got my boats. But also, what about the other deck.. door?

The plan didn’t exactly go as planned. Wrestling a heavy outboard engine out by myself was enough to make me question every decision I’d made today, so I packed my bag, went for a hike, and finished with a swim to clear my head.

Back home, I grabbed a Red Bull, mowed the lawn, found the pressure washer… started on the first deck with the boats… and five minutes later it tripped the breaker and killed the power to the whole house. Perfect. 😂

Luckily, Mom came to the rescue and let me borrow hers. A few hours later, the first section of the deck is looking brand new, and it’s incredibly satisfying seeing years of dirt disappear.

There’s still more to do tomorrow before I can oil the deck, Throw out the tent, get some outdoor sofas going, and the grill I got in my shed. Summer is almost over, but it's better late than never, isn't it? but for today, that’s enough. Cold feet, dirty clothes, and Homemade fries and some sausages are calling… Overall a good sunday 🤘

There’s something special about finding food instead of buying it. Free potatoes, dug up with a bit of time and effort, somehow taste better than anything from a store. Maybe it’s because every meal carries the memory of the walk, the fresh air, and the little adventure that came with it.

Woke up today with a pretty bad earache, and one ear feels completely blocked, like I’m stuck underwater. It’s such a weird and annoying feeling. Hopefully it’ll clear up on its own soon.

Because of it, I’m taking things a little slower today. No usual morning hike, no swim.. just listening to what my body is telling me for once.

Some people wait for the first snowfall. My mom starts preparing long before that.

Today’s mission: firewood….

Once a year we stock up both our houses for the winter, because nothing beats the crackle of a warm fire when it’s freezing outside. At my place it’s easy.. I just stack everything in the wood cellar. At my mom’s, though, it all goes into the woodshed, which means carrying every single log and stacking it neatly. Four pallets later, our backs definitely felt it.

It took a while, but it’s finally done. One less thing to think about when winter comes knocking.

Along the way I met a couple of kids selling their old toys to earn money for new ones. It was such a wholesome little reminder that one person’s old treasures can become someone else’s new adventures.

Now it’s time to cool off with a swim after a productive morning. Hard work always feels a little better when you can look back and say, that’s finished.

A view that’s peaceful, calm, and true.

For nature paints a perfect view..

But none compares to loving you

The new trail led me to a beautiful little swimming spot I had never seen before. It was peaceful, quiet, and almost felt untouched. I ended up staying there for a couple of hours swimming, relaxing on the warm rocks, and eventually drifting off for a short nap under the summer sky.

One thing that really stood out was the wind. It suddenly picked up, and dozens of feathers came floating through the water all around me.. It instantly reminded me of a moomin I watched as a kid, with the Hattifnatts sailing around in their tiny boats. Funny how little moments like that can bring back memories you haven’t thought about in years.

The walk home was much busier. The trails were full of people enjoying the weather, and there were even big machines working the nearby fields, adding a different kind of soundtrack to the hike.

On my way home, I got a phone call.. inviting me over for dinner, which honestly was the perfect way to end the day. Chicken, rice, a movie and some cuddles with Ronja. I really couldn’t have asked for a better finish.

Forgot to post yesterday, but honestly, not much happened. I did make some really tasty homemade chips from the potatoes I foraged on my hike, though. 🥔

Then I headed over to Mom’s, made us some delicious burgers, spent some time with Ronja, and just enjoyed a relaxed evening with lots of cuddles 🥰

Today has been just as easygoing. I woke up early, knocked out my daily sit-ups. I’m on day 5 of 30 now. After doing a few things around the house, I decided not to rush anything and just enjoy the day. with some movies and popcorn 🍿

Later, I went down to the beach for a swim, did a few jumps into the water, and spent some time snorkeling. There wasn’t much to see underwater today, just some small fish and some i didnt capture >.< but it was still nice to be out.

On the way home, I picked a few more berries the usual.. now I’m back home, relaxing and enjoying the rest of the evening with homemade jam and berries 🤗🤭

can't complain. It's been some nice days. Hope everyone’s day has been as good as mine :3 Later! 🙋‍♂️

Today was a first.

For the first time in a long while, I woke up feeling cold. It was only 12°C outside, and honestly… it felt refreshing. A nice break from all the warm mornings.

I dragged myself downstairs, made some breakfast, finished Day 4 of my sit-up challenge, threw on a pair of shorts and a thin hoodie, and headed out for my usual hike.

About halfway down the trail, the skies opened up.

I checked the forecast, and sure enough, rain for the next couple of hours. The funny part is, I almost ignored it. They’ve been predicting thunderstorms the last two days that never showed up, so I figured this would be another false alarm.

Not this time.

So today’s hike is getting cut a little short. I’ll head home, stay warm and dry, and finish the rest of today’s workout indoors.

And don’t get me wrong.. I don’t mind the rain at all. In fact, I hope we get plenty of it. The last few weeks have come with water restrictions, assigned watering days, and reservoirs sitting far lower than they should be. This rain is exactly what we need. Sometimes a rainy day is good news.