My Beautiful Adventures

Fourteen years ago today, I was floating in the crystal-clear waters of Thailand—surrounded by fish, sunlight dancing on the surface, and a version of myself that felt completely free. I know this, because today, I came across this photo… and for a moment, I felt an ache in my chest....

I visited my dad today. As always, I talked to him. I told him that his beloved New York Knicks had finally done the unthinkable and won the NBA championship — their first since 1973. He would have loved that. When I was growing up, he used to tell my...

There are some changes that happen quietly, almost without us realizing they are happening. This is one of them. For so many years, My Beautiful Adventures has been the place where I have shared my life with you. The beautiful parts. The messy parts. The adventures, motherhood, travel, love, loss, and all...

There is something about a cardinal that makes you stop. Maybe it is the brilliant flash of red against an otherwise ordinary day. Maybe it is the way they seem to appear at exactly the right moment. Or maybe it is because, for so many people who are grieving someone...

There have been seasons in my life when happiness felt effortless. And then there have been seasons—like this past year—when I had to intentionally seek it out. Losing my dad, navigating major surgery, caring for my family, and balancing work have all reminded me that taking care of my mental...

As a travel writer, I am always searching for unique experiences that bring families together. When I heard that Sloomoo Institute had opened in Charlotte, I knew Joaquín and I had to see what all the excitement was about. The vibrant exterior mural welcomes families to Sloomoo Institute Charlotte, one of...