So this is the new year

New year, fresh post. I explain why Symbolic Forest fell quiet for a year and narrate a hectic 2025 of work trips, medical appointments, museums, lavender picking, steam trains and sea swims. I met a partner, we play board games, and I'm planning a blogging comeback after hiatus with a personal update 2026 about board games and romance.

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Rolly's Take

This blog resonates with souls who cherish the delicate interplay of life's chaos and connection, those who find beauty amid the bustle of existence. You might be the type who values candid reflections on the everyday, appreciating the moments that make up a life — from the quiet joy of board games with a partner to the thrill of spontaneous adventures. Here, the author embraces the complexities of love, creativity, and the passage of time, inviting readers to ponder their own narratives as the new year unfolds. It’s a space where the rhythm of life, with all its ups and downs, is celebrated, revealing the profound in the ordinary.