When I initially scheduled our trip to Italy early spring, we did some research around the prospect of hopping on the train and visiting another city. Our goal was to visit a coastal city, however, we couldn’t settle on where and how we would manage all the in between with a toddler. About one month prior to our departure we settled on Genoa where I was able to find a beautiful Airbnb in Recco with spectacular oceanside views. In retrospect,…
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To celebrate a few family milestones we booked our first international trip with a toddler. The planner in me watched and read a total of 30 resources preparing for long flights with toddlers, packing minimal…
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As a new moma, I’ve had to give myself a lot of room to reevaluate my priorities, learn a whole new identity and routine as a mom, and revisit goals as many got pushed back…
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How is it May! Honestly this month feels like it flew before my eyes. I don’t know how to feel about how quickly each week goes by. For April, I set specific goals for myself…
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I have reached an important milestone in my motherhood journey, Baby girl turns 6 months and we’re halfway through a year that has transformed my life forever. Celebrating this milestone alongside close family was such…
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How is it that I am writing my March monthly reflections half-way into April! It’s taken me nearly two weeks to process that we’re in a new month. Throughout March, I have been trying to…
About Me
Hi, I'm Marivel. This blog seeks to create an uplifting space centered around building an authentic life. With each endeavor, my hope is to intentionally create a life that aligns with my values, mission, and life's joy.
