travel

Why I Am Taking A Travel Break

The first day my father went into hospice.
January 14, 2026
There are some kinds of grief that do not arrive in one devastating moment. Some grief comes slowly—quietly—over months and years. It comes in phone calls. In medical updates. In symptoms that worsen. In “this might be the end” moments that somehow… are not. I never knew this kind of...
family

The Last Dance I Did Not Know Was The Last

January 30, 2026
There are moments in life that feel big while they are happening — weddings, first kisses, babies being born. And then there are moments that only reveal their true weight years later. My father–daughter dance lives in both places. That autumn evening in Buenos Aires, under soft lights and a...
life

Eleven: A Love Letter To My Joaquín

Joaquín at 11 smiling with birthday candles.
February 5, 2026
There are birthdays that feel simple — candles, cake, balloons, photos. And then there are birthdays that stop you in your tracks. Birthdays that make you look at your child and think: How is this possible? How has time moved this fast? Joaquín turning 11 feels like that. Because this...
style

A Unique Scandi Meteorite Gift For Any Women From AWNL

AWNL necklace
September 21, 2021
"Swedish talisman jewelry with a modern touch." I have always been a fan of unique jewelry, especially if it comes from another country. Recently, I had been on the lookout for a new necklace to add to my collection, but in rose gold, since that is mostly what I wear....
home

Origin LumbarCloud Mattress Review: Is It Worth It? (Our Honest Experience)

Origin LumbarCloud Mattress
January 15, 2026
As a mom, I have learned something important over the years: sleep changes everything. It affects mood, focus, growth, energy, school performance, and honestly, even confidence. When your child sleeps well, their whole world feels easier. Thus, when we were gifted the Origin LumbarCloud Mattress for Joaquín, I did not...
charlotte

The Storm That Gave Me Stillness: Finding Peace In A Historic Snowfall

Charlotte, NC snowstorm 2026
February 4, 2026
When the forecast first warned us, everyone talked about danger. Historic snowfall. Power outages. Do not drive. Stock up. Prepare. But when the snow finally came, it did not feel like fear. It felt like quiet. Outside our windows, the world softened. The usual hum of cars, schedules, errands, and...