Category: LIFE

What I Learned on My First Car Camping Trip

What I Learned on My First Car Camping Trip

Posted on by Tressie

I recently went on my first solo car camping trip. Just me, a car full of chaos, my trusty travel buddy (a stuffed donkey sasshole obviously), and the wide open road. I had ideas about what this trip would be like—peaceful, empowering, maybe a little Instagram-worthy (I failed).

And while there were peaceful and empowering moments, there were also a lot of “WTF am I doing?” moments. So here’s the honest recap. What I learned, what I liked and hated, and how I’m adjusting for next time.

This post may contain affiliate links. If you use these links to purchase something I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. You can read my full disclaimer here.

Continue reading “What I Learned on My First Car Camping Trip” →
F*ck It, I Went Alone: A Solo Trip to Find My True Self (with Alpacas, Dinosaurs & Nature)

F*ck It, I Went Alone: A Solo Trip to Find My True Self (with Alpacas, Dinosaurs & Nature)

Posted on by Tressie

Sometimes you hit a wall. Life, with all its chaos and expectations, just feels like a never-ending loop of “WTF am I even doing?” That is me these days. Burnt out, stretched thin, and craving some kind of sign from the universe and trying to find my true self.

So, I said “f*ck it” and packed my bags. Just me, a few too many snacks, and a vague plan to drive until I felt something again. Spoiler alert: I found a hell of a lot more than I expected.

This post may contain affiliate links. If you use these links to purchase something I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. You can read my full disclaimer here.

Continue reading “F*ck It, I Went Alone: A Solo Trip to Find My True Self (with Alpacas, Dinosaurs & Nature)” →
How I Chose My Word of the Year for 2025

How I Chose My Word of the Year for 2025

Posted on by Tressie

As things continue to change in my life, I struggle more and more with how to move forward. As my kids get older and are living their own lives it becomes even more complicated. I know so many people can relate. I have plans and goals for myself, but how do I keep my brain on track? That is the difficult part for me because…..squirrel!!!

This post may contain affiliate links. If you use these links to purchase something I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. You can read my full disclaimer here.

Continue reading “How I Chose My Word of the Year for 2025” →
Funny (and another F) Gift Ideas for the “Special” People in Your Life

Funny (and another F) Gift Ideas for the “Special” People in Your Life

Posted on by Tressie

While I ponder how I want to move forward with my blog, I figured this is a good time of year to post some random sh*t. Funny (and another F) gift ideas it is. What could be more authentic for me than that? Asking for a friend.

If you are tired of the same old boring presents that get unwrapped and quickly forgotten, why not embrace your mischievous side this year? Below are a list of things that I have either purchased, or contemplated purchasing – they all align with my snarky humorous self. In addition to giving to friends, family and coworkers would make good white elephant gift ideas too!

This post may contain affiliate links. If you use these links to purchase something I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. You can read my full disclaimer here.

Continue reading “Funny (and another F) Gift Ideas for the “Special” People in Your Life” →