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Finding Solitude, Support, and a New Passion: Our Family’s Journey Beyond Alcoholism

For many years, peace and solitude felt just out of reach. Escaping the grip of alcoholism has been a long and winding journey—marked by setbacks, moments of self-discovery, and, above all, the unwavering support of my family. After hitting rock bottom in January, it became clear that our last, best chance was for me (Terry) to enter rehab and finally regain control of my physical and, more importantly, my mental health. Together, we’ve weathered some of life’s toughest storms, but through it all, we've stayed strong and united as a family.
Along this path, we’ve tried countless hobbies—always searching for activities that could bring us joy, healing, and togetherness. Not every hobby stuck (and some were outright disasters!), but camping in our travel trailer always offers us a special way to reconnect. Out in nature, away from the day-to-day noise, we find moments of real calm and connection. Still, we longed for something to enjoy together at home—a fun, ongoing pursuit to keep us busy and bring us even closer.
That’s when we stumbled upon a surprising new passion: 3D printing and bargain hunting for everything related! What started as simple curiosity quickly turned into weekend adventures at thrift stores and online marketplaces, searching for deeply discounted products, filaments, gizmos, and gadgets. The thrill of the hunt, the excitement of watching our ideas come to life layer by layer, and the laughter over trial-and-error projects have brought our family even closer.
This blog is our way of sharing these new adventures: our journey through 3D printing, finding deals, creative crafting, and—most importantly—our ongoing search for peace, one project and one small victory at a time. We welcome anyone in search of hobby inspiration, encouragement in recovery, or simply a bit of family fun to follow along, connect, and share your own stories.
Here’s to new beginnings, the strength of supportive families, and the endless possibilities of creative exploration. We can’t wait to see where this journey leads us—and we hope you’ll join us along the way.