Looking for a cozy weekend without a packed schedule? From gaming and movie nights to reading, hobbies, good food, little adventures, and making your space feel extra cozy, this ultimate cozy weekend checklist has plenty of ideas to mix and match. Pick a few side quests, make yourself comfortable, and enjoy a weekend that actually feels like a break.

A personal life update about buying our first home, adjusting to new routines, getting back into photography and gaming, and finding time for the creative hobbies I love. After a busy summer of moving and major life changes, I’m sharing what I’ve learned, what I’m enjoying, and what’s next for One Big Side Quest.

Photography has been one of my most meaningful hobbies, but life, comparison, and pressure pulled me away. Recently, I’ve started reconnecting by revisiting old photos, editing them, and sharing them again. This post explores how I’m falling back in love with photography and how you can gently rediscover a creative hobby you once loved too.