I use the lemmy-easy-deploy script on a hetzner vps - they have servers in ashburn which is the location im using - cant recommend lemmy easy deploy enough - here is a link: https://github.com/ubergeek77/Lemmy-Easy-Deploy
The best balance is to run your own instance like I do
Smart lady! I’ve made it a tradition to watch all three on Christmas Eve and day with my partner, my own little holiday tradition :3