Serena's BlogThoughts, stories, and ideas.https://turtlep.github.io/en-usAlways Sunnyhttps://turtlep.github.io/blog/2025-03-25-always-sunny/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2025-03-25-always-sunny/March was a financial reset, and picking up DoorDash gave me hope. With extra income, I’m working toward stability.Updates on Lifehttps://turtlep.github.io/blog/2024-12-29-updates-on-life/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2024-12-29-updates-on-life/Well, here we go again. A new blog theme and more information about how life has been going.Fixes, Features, and a Little LÖVEhttps://turtlep.github.io/blog/2024-11-15-love-potion-upgrades/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2024-11-15-love-potion-upgrades/Announcing the latest iteration of LÖVE Potion, version 3.1.0, with exciting new changes and numerous fixes. A complete overhaul for better stability™ and enhancements.Exciting Updates on LÖVE Potion 3.0 Pre-Release 5https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2023-09-12-turtle-tuesday/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2023-09-12-turtle-tuesday/Improvements to overall application stability™ and performance.Late Night Turtle Tuesdayhttps://turtlep.github.io/blog/2023-08-15-late-night-tutel-time/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2023-08-15-late-night-tutel-time/Introducing a new blog theme, sharing updates on life, including a new job and VRChat memories.Good News, Everyone!https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2022-12-18-the-almost-good-news/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2022-12-18-the-almost-good-news/Updating the blog after almost seven months. Sharing progress on streaming, gaming, and maintaining a positive outlook despite challenges.Things On My Mindhttps://turtlep.github.io/blog/2022-05-02-things-on-my-mind/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2022-05-02-things-on-my-mind/Reflecting on the past seven months, dealing with both good and bad experiences. Sharing updates and personal thoughts on friendships and challenges.The Trouble of Sleephttps://turtlep.github.io/blog/2021-10-12-the-trouble-of-sleep/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2021-10-12-the-trouble-of-sleep/Reflecting on recent visits with friends and family, and the emotional challenges of reconnecting with my mother while maintaining distance from my father.A Fresh Starthttps://turtlep.github.io/blog/2021-04-06-a-fresh-start/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2021-04-06-a-fresh-start/Starting fresh with a new approach to my blog and novel. Planning to share specific passions and summaries at the end of each month.Runaway 2 Electric Boogaloohttps://turtlep.github.io/blog/2021-03-23-runaway-two/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2021-03-23-runaway-two/Reflecting on the past year, dealing with personal challenges, and the decision to leave home again. Busy with work and personal projects, hoping to write more frequently.The October Updatehttps://turtlep.github.io/blog/2020-05-27-the-october-update/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2020-05-27-the-october-update/Updating the blog after a long hiatus. Work has kept me busy, but I'm planning to post more frequently. Also, exciting updates for LÖVE Potion with a complete overhaul and new features.Making a Movehttps://turtlep.github.io/blog/2019-10-01-making-a-move/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2019-10-01-making-a-move/Moved back home with my parents in New Jersey, but things haven't gone as expected. Dealing with misunderstandings and the challenges of living with family again.Writing a Storyhttps://turtlep.github.io/blog/2019-04-16-writing-a-story/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2019-04-16-writing-a-story/Reflecting on the progress of my novel and dealing with writer's block. Letting the story flow naturally and adding bits of humor to show the humanity of characters is always the hardest part.Squashing Bugshttps://turtlep.github.io/blog/2019-03-15-squashing-bugs/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2019-03-15-squashing-bugs/Work has kept me busy, but things with my father have improved. Progress on LÖVE Potion has slowed due to work, and I'm trying to move on from past issues with old friends.LÖVE-ly Upgradehttps://turtlep.github.io/blog/2018-10-04-lovely-upgrade/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2018-10-04-lovely-upgrade/I'm excited about the latest updates to LÖVE Potion, enhancing features and fixing bugs. It's been a rewarding experience working on this project.Progress Reporthttps://turtlep.github.io/blog/2018-07-14-progress-report/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2018-07-14-progress-report/Adjusting to life on my own, renting an apartment near work. Progress on my novel is slow but steady, and I'm enjoying the process.New State Of Mindhttps://turtlep.github.io/blog/2018-06-19-new-state-of-mind/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2018-06-19-new-state-of-mind/I recently relocated for a job, moving from New Jersey to Maryland. It's a bittersweet experience, offering both relief and a long healing process. I'm enjoying my time in Maryland, but the future remains uncertain.First Post!https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2018-06-13-first-post/https://turtlep.github.io/blog/2018-06-13-first-post/Revamping the blog for a more professional look and getting back into writing. Excited to work on my novel again.