Tag Archives: Charlotte

As my hometown of Charlotte, North Carolina continues to exponentially grow, the more fun, family experiences become available. For the first time ever, The Piedmont & Northern Railway in Belmont -- a 20 minute drive from the Queen City -- began service onboard The Train To Christmas Town this past week and I had to...

I have never been so excited for an upcoming holiday season in my entire life! I get to experience so many "firsts" with my son Joaquín -- culminating with his first Birthday right after New Year's. After I gave birth to him last year, I did not think I would make...

Has someone ever walked past you and left a beautiful scent in their wake? Has anyone ever asked you, “What perfume are you wearing?” Have you ever smelled a scent or perfume that immediately brought back wonderful memories or just made you feel instantly better? Having a signature perfume is...

Since the day Joaquín was born, I have been longing for the perfect family photo, except either Lucas or I was not in the shot or our son was crying. However, a determined Mother never lets anything stand in her way and when my favorite photographer, Brittany Lauren Photography, offered...

Today my husband becomes a citizen of the United States of America on our son's 10 month Birthday. This is such a huge moment in our life story together! What a process this has been over the last decade. I have not really talked about it here on My Beautiful Adventures,...