Hello and welcome! I’m Charmaine, and I’m so glad you’ve found your way here. This blog is a celebration of all the things that bring me joy, from the peaceful simplicity of country living to the tactile pleasure of beautiful stationery and my never-ending love for travel.
I’ve always believed in the power of simple pleasures, and that’s exactly what this blog is about — celebrating the things that make life a bit more colorful, meaningful, and fulfilling. Whether it’s the crisp feel of fresh paper under my pen, the vibrant colors of a fresh garden, or the excitement of exploring new destinations, these are the things that light up my world. Here, I share my experiences and passions with the hope of inspiring others to slow down, appreciate life’s simple pleasures, and seek beauty in the everyday.
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If you ask me about my happy place, it’s probably sitting down with a beautiful notebook, a fine pen, and a cup of coffee. There’s something magical about the act of writing, and I’ve always been drawn to the aesthetic of quality stationery. From journaling to hand-lettering, I’ll share my favorite tools, tips, and creative projects that keep my love for writing alive.
Living in the countryside has been a dream come true for me. There’s something incredibly grounding about being surrounded by open fields, fresh air, and nature. I’m lucky enough to have a garden that serves as both a peaceful retreat and a creative outlet. Gardening has taught me patience, the joy of growth, and the beauty of nature’s small miracles. Country living has taught me the art of slowing down and appreciating the beauty of simplicity. Through this blog, I’ll share my adventures in country living, gardening journey, and how I’ve learned to find happiness in life’s simplest moments.
Travel is where my heart feels most alive. I love venturing into new places, experiencing different cultures, and tasting the flavors of the world. Every trip is an opportunity to connect with people, learn something new, and make memories that last a lifetime. Whether it’s a weekend road trip or a grand international journey, I’ll be sharing my travel experiences, tips, and insights on how to travel with joy, curiosity, and a sense of wonder.
This blog is my creative outlet — a place where I can document the things that light up my life and share them with you. I hope that in reading my posts, you’ll find inspiration to live with intention, savor the little moments, and pursue what makes you happiest. My goal is to create a community of kindred spirits who share a love for life’s beautiful details.
Thank you for being here. I hope you find joy, inspiration, and a little bit of wanderlust in every post. Feel free to reach out, share your thoughts, or simply say hello — I’d love to hear from you!
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Charmaine Dulak
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So I left it to Tom to fully plan out Animal Kingdom and I questioned him getting lightning for the DINOSAUR —only because I totally forgot what the ride was. Liam was telling me the ending was scary and I was like, “no it’s not scary.” —OKAY, for a little kid, I can see how this is scary. This was Liam’s second time, he wasn’t a fan (swipe to see our ride photo lol). He’s fine but wasn’t totally happy, I carried him off the ride because he wanted a hug 🤣😭 It was fun though, definitely recommend not wearing ears because it jerks you around so much, I was holding onto mine the entire time.
Anyways, explored Pandora after the river ride. That was pretty cool. The boys love it, but me? Let’s just say I could nap on it 😬 And YES, more photos pass pics and I can’t even tell you how many lizards the boys spotted.
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So many fun photos 🥹 I’m telling you, Memory Maker is so worth it! We never have this many family photos from a trip and I just love it 😭 — Photos from the Kilimanjaro Safaris. Definitely a must when at Animal Kingdom. Today, Liam and I bought bracelets haha. He’s really excited about it. Yes, he loves Stitch ✨ Oh and for lunch, we ate at Yak and Yeti. So so so good! Highly recommend 🤌🏼
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Animal Kingdom day 😍 We had a late start since the Hubbs wasn’t feeling well, so no rope-drop, but he’s pretty cool and got us lightning passes, so we were still able to do the things 😬 —We took it pretty easy that morning. Browsed shops, photos, snacks… then… “It’s Tough to be a Bug,” 3D Show. Glad we got to see it one last time before they closed it on the 17th (“Zootopia: Better Zoogether!” show will be replacing it.) Such a cute show, Liam loved it until the spiders came out and your seat moved! 🤣💀 He got frightened and asked what touched him 🤣😭 — Of course, Mickey ice cream to beat the heat 😮💨
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A day of relaxation with the boys and “journaling” with friends 🥹✨ How fun! Spotted a large table at the lounge and was just perfect 🤣😍 I didn’t really get to journal haha, but I was able to play with all the pens, trying out different nibs and all, thanks to Marylyn @teaandpinejournals & Fiona @disneydiversion 🫶🏼 I got to see the legendary chonkers too! Omg amazing 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 —Followed by dinner and a movie. Liam was very excited to meet and hang out with my friends haha. Goodness, what a fun day 🥹 My heart is so full, truly! — Thanks ladies for the photos! I barely took any that day 😮💨
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A 14hr day at @waltdisneyworld Magic Kingdom 🏰✨
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Ending our magical day with shopping, pasta, fireworks and a special friend 🤌🏼✨ — After 3 years, Marylyn @teaandpinejournals and I finally met 🥹 Not gonna lie, I was a bit nervous because I was tired, as it’s been a long day, so I wasn’t sure how my mood will be. Thankfully, she’s as lovely in real life and it was all good vibes. 😭😍 Liam adores her too! My heart is so so happy 🫶🏼✨ — some videos, courtesy of Marylyn 🥰
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