Being born eldest, I am the breadwinner of our family. Since I started working at 19 years old, I've never spent in extravagance because I would feel guilty everytime I do so, thinking that I should prioritize my family's needs over my wants. If I would be given $1000 to spend for myself, I would want to give myself my much needed restー a Self-care Weekend in Winter Wonderland.

To Hokkaido! ✈️

Experiencing Winter in Hokkaido is written in my bucketlist but it costs a lot to go there, that's why I've never traveled there despite living in Japan for 4 years now. They have the best Winter Festival, featuring huge Snow Sculptures! My eyes would feast in that view and my feet would ache as I stroll around museums and tourist spots!

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Stay in a Ryokan 🏯

These traditional Japanese hostels might not have the softest beds, but the experience and the food that they offer are an absolute delight.

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Dip in an Onsen 💦

I would close my eyes as I dip in that hot water of the Onsen. The warmth would definitely calm my nerves and mind. It would seem my problems and anxiety are gone.

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Snowboard and Ski my Heart Out 🏂

They said that the adrenaline rush of snowboarding is in a different levelー it excites and it also calms. It would be my first time! I would slide and fall all around the Ski Resort for a whole day, I wouldn't care!

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Dog Sled in Delight 🐶

I love dogs very much and it would be a merry as they pull me around the pine trees on the thick snow.

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I was born underprivileged. I don't dream for material things. I only long for wonderful experiences that I can always reminisce in my memories as I go back to the hustle and bustle of my daily life. A weekend in the Winter Wonderland Hokkaido would definitely be one for the books!

All love,
ダナ