Category: Blog
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Best Books I’ve Read in 2025 (So Far!)
Here’s a list of the best books I’ve read in 2025 so far that I couldn’t put down, and felt a little sad to leave behind when they ended.
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Where I Go in Helsinki for a No-Plan Midsummer
Not sure what to do in Helsinki on Midsummer’s Eve? Explore my low-budget, no-plan day filled with markets, coffee spots, and seaside walks.
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Where to Eat in Ghent, Belgium Like a Local
in BlogWhere to eat, what to try, and the spots you shouldn’t miss from someone who once called Ghent, Belgium as city home.
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Konepaja Festival: A Free Day Out in Helsinki
I spent a sunny Saturday at Konepaja Festival in Helsinki: free entry, local flea markets, and live music in the Vallila train factory area.
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The Perfect Cinema for a Wes Anderson Movie in Helsinki
This Helsinki cinema felt like a Wes Anderson film. I chose it for The Phoenician Scheme before it was even announced.
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The Hour of the Star: My Gateway to Classics Fiction
Clarice Lispector’s The Hour of the Star is the book that first pulled me into the classic fiction. The beauty of its quotes lingers with me.
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Breaking the Rules and Finding My Creative Flow on Bookstagram
I turned my Bookstagram from polished content into a creative space. Letting go of the rules helped me enjoy sharing again in my own way.
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Spring in Helsinki: A Season So Full, I Almost Missed It
Spring in Helsinki flew by so fast, I almost missed it. Here’s a look at the fun events, what I joined, what I missed.
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How My Hobbies Transformed the Way I Travel
I used to dread planning holidays until hobbies gave me a new way to enjoy it. Now, every trip feels more personal and exciting.
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Fast or Slow Travel: Choose Your Pace, But Don’t Rush to Judge
Your travel pace is personal, but quick trips can lead to snap judgments. Slow your perspective as much as your itinerary.
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Journaling Is Easy, Until It Isn’t
Five months into daily journaling, writing feels easy until big emotions hit. I’m learning to sit with them and return when I’m ready.
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A Beginner’s Bouquet Care: Personal Note
Personal notes on beginner flower bouquet care, with simple tips that helped fresh flowers last up to 2 weeks.
