In my first Instagram post of the year, I said that my plan for 2019 was to keep exploring. Little did I know then that would include leaving Atlanta for good the next month. It’s been 8 months since I moved to Miami because of a job opportunity and I think it’s about time I share with everyone the best about this experience so far. Here’s a short list of those things, in no particular order.
Read MoreON AIRPORTS AND AIRPLANES
Throughout my life I’ve traveled so much, for both work and pleasure, that I’ve developed this strange love-hate relationship with airports and airplanes. I mainly think they’re a necessary evil…they’re the gateway to the world, although often times they’re simply not fun. I, however, liked focusing on the positive they bring to people’s lives…not only they have made the world a much smaller place but they have helped us connect on a much deeper level. That, by itself, is just remarkable.
Read MoreLOVE, MEXICAN-STYLE
A Mexican colleague was telling me the other day that her parents were about to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary so she and her siblings were thinking of planning a big celebration, and one of her brothers was even considering a reenactment of the “kidnapping”. As I looked puzzled when she said that, she proceeded to tell me one of the most epic and fascinating love stories I’ve ever heard!
Read MoreSENSE AND SENSITIVITY
I have been living away from my family for quite some time now but I have remained very close to them even if I’m not the type of person that calls, texts or writes them all the time. I need my space and I like to live life at my own rhythm, which they respect and understand. Nevertheless, our connection definitely goes way beyond how frequently we communicate with each other and they know that, when needed, I am there for them and vice versa.
Read MoreFRIENDS & FAMILY
I just returned from a trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico where two good friends tied the knot, surrounded by friends and relatives from everywhere. It was a true celebration of love, family and friendship, in the most perfect setting. To top it off, we couldn’t have asked for better weather and all of us really had an enjoyable time.
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