RLC Roundup: The Year In Review

Reflections on 2025 as a year of loss and anticipates significant changes in 2026. The author shares experiences of packing away holiday decorations, while highlighting a passion for collecting die-cast cars, showcasing new acquisitions and their attributes while lamenting issues with scale and pricing. Collecting remains a cherished activity.

Merry X-Mas ’25 Pt 2: CO

After returning home from a trip, the author experiences a contrasting calm before tackling the familiar chaos of post-holiday tasks. Reconnecting with Rob leads to creative projects and last-minute gift-wrapping. Visiting Jason fosters a cozy celebration filled with vintage entertainment, good food, and meaningful gift exchanges. A hint of New Year’s excitement concludes the reflection.

Merry X-Mas ’25 Pt 1: AZ

After months of stress and work, the author embarks on a well-deserved vacation to Phoenix and Prescott, reconnecting with family and revisiting cherished memories. The trip is marked by festive celebrations, new experiences, and reflections on future challenges. Ultimately, the journey balances city chaos with familial warmth, highlighting the importance of loved ones.

Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes

The author reflects on personal changes during a quiet period leading to Christmas vacation, emphasizing the positive outcomes of unwanted adjustments. Acknowledgments are given to a friend for assistance. New projects are anticipated after the holidays.

What Keeps You Up At Night?

The author reflects on their recent experiences where cold nights sparked feelings of loss and fear of being forgotten. They express how documenting memories, through writing and hobbies like building a miniature raceway, serves as a counter to the inevitability of time and erasure, emphasizing the importance of preserving personal history.