Level up, level up with an upgrade! I find a difference between a routine and a practice and a common denominator between the two. This blog is about how the art and science of repetition can restore or disrupt our mornings. Today, I get to share what I've learned from being in home transition and how it has enriched my morning flow.

n part 1, we started exploring finding joy by taking a short walk or detour nearby your home, and part 2 was at home, your mind. Today is about exploring an activity you love.

This blog is part 3 of a 3-part series on the exploration and adventure of Finding Joy. This exploration is a hands-on application to our quest for daily joy.

I was born in Peru and have lived in over 25 homes in the USA during my life. I thought I was afraid of traveling alone until I realized - I’m an Outlander! Yes, a foreign stranger because my home is the world. This blog is about taking the courage to start traveling alone, even after fearing the idea of solo activities. It turns out I’m brave, and I know that you’re ready to take the plunge.

In part 1, we started exploring finding joy by taking a short walk and/or detour nearby your home. Today’s invitation is at your home! This blog is part 2 of a 3-part series on the exploration and adventure of Finding Joy. This exploration is a hands-on application to our quest for daily joy.

It's been more than two years since rediscovering the meaning of "Heaven and Earth" in the Bible. And without geeking out, I want to share how I approach life these days as I shift into my present. This blog is about maintaining gratitude for today, right now, and around you, particularly in your very own home. Let's open some curtains and windows to be more content in your space, now.

Do you have a cool hat and some glasses at hand? It may get hot or cold, and it’s also time for some new prescriptions for our glasses on Finding Joy. This blog is in a 3-part series on the exploration and adventure of Finding Joy. This exploration is a hands-on application to finding joy.

To be more precise, I mean journaling as reflecting, taking two steps back to go forward, and planning as setting intentions for life to the full during my current season in life. This blog is about the practice of journaling and planning that has impacted my marriage and business.

It's time for Weekend Bucket List adventures now instead of waiting for when we retire or when we are financially independent. This blog is about taking our dreams on a test. I want to be a pilot in the near future, so Jimmy surprised me with an introductory flight to experience the skies.

The one space I called my haven and my private room turned into a place for my husband, puppy, and me. This blog is about our story of scarifying a one-bedroom apartment for a tiny office. This month has tested minimalism, organization, character, and imagination!

Spas are where Jimmy and I like to have our finance meetings, and they can get heated; therefore, we get to cool off with the benefits of attending a spa. This blog is about the benefits of getting into a monthly/bi-monthly ritual of visiting a spa with a loved one.

Love is the foundation of any encouragement; it is a selfless love that can speak louder than words and actions. Are you genuinely excited about your next guest?

This blog is about ways to encourage from the heart of hospitality; I believe it is to share your space, life, and yourself with them.

Jimmy and I have been experimenting with different methods of cleaning our Air BnB apartment. We want to create systems for when we hire a cleaning team. So far, with our four guests' experiences, the game changer is in the title of this blog! This blog is about one aspect of minimalism that makes it very practical for me. The fewer things we own, the less cleaning, and the less stress.

Imagine standing in front of your house next to a loved one, the movers are loading up the truck, and you're sharing funny memories about your time in your old home, gratitude filling your soul. This blog is about my top tips to stay sane before, during, and after your move. These are my lessons from moving more than 20 times in my lifetime.

“Are they going to like it? Was it clean enough, cozy enough? Ahhh!” those were the running thoughts from Jimmy and me last week when the clock turned to 12 pm. Our first guests checked out and it was time to look at our apartment. Even though we decided to only go with guests with excellent reviews, the anticipation was real! This blog is about our first experience as Air BnB hosts and all the wisdom we learned that came from reassessing our three lessons and wins.

“Hey! I can dance!” were the thoughts rushing through my head as I was feeling so proud to take a dance class at Broadway Dance Studio in Manhattan. “I’m doing it, in my late 20’s! Here I am taking a risk to sign up for a class, and I’m on point!” Then the instructor said, “alright! it’s time for solo freestyle across the dance studio!” I froze…This blog is about the ways I am growing and evolving in opening myself up to myself first, and then to the world.

Can you control other people? How about the weather? And what about your children? If your answers to all those questions are “no,” “negative,” or “nope.” Let’s be friends! This blog is about the root behind our reactive and proactive responses. Yes, yes, most of us have reactive responses at least in 1 or 2 areas of our life. Let’s explore how we can shift into more proactive responses to life, circumstances, and people.

Do you love trains? Want to experience a cool historic town, yummy restaurants, and a railroad that goes along the river? Wondering if your pup can ride with you? Then Jim Thorpe in Pennsylvania is your place to visit. This blog gives you all the details from our 1-day trip from NYC through beautiful PA. This trip is a 2-hour trip each way. All aboard! Choo choo!

Do you have a “Junk” Drawer(s)? My mom used to call it “Varios” (various in English) and of course, I thought it was the norm! Everyone has a junk drawer, right? Wrong, and when my drawers lack maintenance, it brings more stress into my life. This blog is about maintaining neat and clear drawers by having a home for your items. The time you spend looking for items and buying new ones will cut your time & money by more than half.

Have you ever experienced staying with a family or friend who made you feel as if you were Jesus visiting their home? I mean, making sure you were taken care of from the time you step out of the airport until they drove you back to the departure lane? This blog is about some ways, ideas, and benefits that we can apply to welcome our next guest in town.

Most of my trips that I’ve overpacked with books I never opened, and clothes I never wore have left me feeling as if I had wasted so much time last-minute packing, and guilty for leaving them idle in my bag. This blog article is about all types of trips; from get-away weekends, overnight business trips, and 2 weeks + vacations.