Happy Trails

Are you looking for something that will make you happier? Running is my go to for a happy boost.
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I’m Not In The Mood

If you’ve let your running routine go and lost your running mojo, then you’re in the right place.

Happy trails took me on a circular, river, trail route. I’d had a good week of training. I was starting to feel the benefits of my runs. The first and overwhelming benefit was how much happier I’ve been feeling in all aspects of my life. Before each run, I wasn’t in the mood but pushed through. Within 100m of starting a run, I could already feel my mood lifting.

Losing Your Mind

In happy trails I lose my mind (in a good way). My head was free of thoughts and I was able to just let my body do the work. Once my mind joined my body I realised I was completely out of breath and had completed the planned circuit.

Keri’s Running Vlog Week 2

Week 2 Takeaways

  • Circular routes are fun
  • Running makes you happy
  • Run even when you’re not in the mood
  • Warning: You may lose your mind!

Running is all about exploring!

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Aguadulce, Spain: Holidays, Family Travel and Long Stay

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The Ultimate Family Travel Checklist Before Long-Term Travel

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That feeling of “I’m sure we’ve forgotten something…” is so real. We’ve just walked this ourselves, and honestly? It’s been one of the most head-boggling, emotional, overwhelming and exciting seasons all at once.

So this post is for you — whether you’re planning long term family travel or heading off on a shorter adventure. I wanted a clear, simple list. No overwhelm. No spiral of what-ifs. Just practical steps from someone who has very recently stood in an empty house thinking, “Right… what now?”

Here’s our family travel checklist before long term travel — with the bits I wish someone had simplified for me.

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Belief: Why are you on your current path?
Adventure: What would your life include?
Education: How will you learn?
Earning: Can you earn on your terms?
Action: When will you start?

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