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One Year Ago
Just a year ago, I was sitting in a very similar seat on the metro, finishing my first blog to be posted on simplifiedhomemaking.com. I was scared, but I was determined to take this step. To put all my possessions into a storage facility in Maryland (and hire a friend who would supervise movers while…
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Girlhood dreams
Tram reflects on her month filled with meaningful experiences and transitions as she embraces adulthood at 25. She cherishes her girlhood memories while acknowledging her growth and newfound desires. Amidst busy schedules, friendships, and revisiting cherished literature, she remains grateful for the support of loved ones and the beauty of life’s seasons.
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A moment of gratitude
In a reflective blog post, Tram shares insights on personal growth and gratitude as she navigates a transitional phase in life. While preparing for graduation, she prioritizes meaningful activities and relationships, focusing on self-care despite anxiety. Tram expresses appreciation for her experiences, family, and faith, encouraging readers to embrace new beginnings and dreams.
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Let all creatures
The author reflects on the rapid passage of time, transitioning from a laid-back lifestyle to a busy routine filled with work, school, and social activities. They express gratitude for community friendships, enriching experiences, and a simple life filled with small joys, while also anticipating future plans with faith and excitement.
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Budding Plants
Tran reflects on the transition from winter to spring, noting a busy schedule with school and an internship at World Vision. She expresses gratitude for realizing her dreams and the importance of faith, community, and personal growth. Embracing change while appreciating familiar comforts, she seeks guidance and fulfillment in her journey ahead.
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Looking at the Snow: A brief moment waiting for change
The blog reflects Tram’s journey of returning home after living abroad. She expresses vulnerability about leaving her comforting life and reconnecting with family. Emphasizing lessons learned about overconsumption, she plans an “underconsumption year.” Embracing uncertainty, Tram cherishes her community, the changing seasons, and the adventures that shaped her perspective on life.
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The end of my 8-month journey!
Tram describes a tumultuous New Year’s Day filled with exhaustion and irritability due to travel and family dynamics. Seeking peace, she reflects on the significance of serving others as a path to joy. Embracing growth and change, she looks forward to a year of personal goals, gratitude, and spiritual exploration.
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6 months of Simply Homemaker – thank you friends!
Tram reflects on her recent vacation with family, celebrating six months of blogging and her journey toward trilingualism. She expresses gratitude for emotional support from friends and faith, shares cherished memories from her beach trip, and looks forward to culinary adventures in the coming year, emphasizing growth and peace.
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A New Season
Last year, the author enjoyed a memorable Christmas with family and friends in the U.S. This year, back in Vietnam, she reflects on personal growth, gratitude, and a new season. Embracing change and faith, she looks forward to living with the Ruffin family, graduating, and serving the Lord, finding joy in the mundane.
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Rhythms of Grace: Small Things with Great Love
Tram shares reflections on her transformative return home after college, filled with unmet expectations regarding spiritual growth and productivity. She grapples with her workaholic nature, challenges in familial relationships, and reorganizing her parents’ home. Tram also reconnects with friends and seeks a church community, embracing small acts of service and love.
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