Joe and I are back from our 4-day trip to sunny San Diego. I had a work conference out there, and Joe joined me as it was nice to have some help with traveling during my third trimester. This was the last time we’re traveling before the baby! The conference was 3 days, and we … More One day in San Diego + my birthday
After a peaceful retreat in the mountains, we headed to the beach for the second part of our babymoon in Puerto Rico. We stayed in the Condado Beach area in San Juan, which is the most popular area for tourists with its lively atmosphere and nice hotels. I was excited to transition from the mountains … More Puerto Rico days 3-7: Beach time + Old San Juan + boat trip to Icacos
Joe and I spent one week in Puerto Rico for our babymoon, and I have a lot to share! This was one of my favorite trips we ever took together. By now, we know our “recipe” for a great trip, and we stuck to it to create the perfect mix of activity and relaxation. It … More Puerto Rico days 1-2: Our babymoon! + mountain retreat + waterfall hike + relaxing with cats and peacocks
Things have been looking bright lately. My pregnancy nausea is completely gone, and I’m starting to feel like myself again for the first time in months. It’s allowed me to fill my calendar with travel, home-related projects, and other fun things. It’s been quite a transformation from being a sick couch potato to a busy … More Brother visit to NC + learning the banjo + pet frog updates
Over Memorial Day Weekend, Joe and I had a few days off from work, so we took advantage of the long weekend and headed to Wilmington, NC, a beach town 2 hours from our home. There are a lot of beach town options in NC, but we were looking for someplace convenient, so we chose … More Long weekend in Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach, NC
Hello blogging friends! Summer is officially here in North Carolina. Coming out of a long Spring with comfortable temperatures every day, we’re now in the famous hot and humid summers of North Carolina. I was warned by locals about the heat of the summer, and it’s no joke! I’m adjusting to the climate, trying not … More Art museum + farmer’s market + adjusting to summer
After a wonderful start to Portugal in Lisbon, our friends also attending the wedding this weekend made it to town! We decided to do a day trip to Sintra as our first group activity. Sintra is a town in the foothills of Portugal’s Sintra Mountains, known for its forested terrain, historic castles, and small town … More Portugal day 4: day trip to Sintra
We are in Portugal!! Joe and I are here for Chrit and Rene’s wedding this weekend, and we decided to extend our stay in Portugal for 2 weeks. It’s our first international trip together since Mexico last year, and boy were we looking forward to it. I’m enjoying my time here immensely, and it’s wonderful … More Portugal days 1-3: Olá from Lisbon!
Buckle up because this is a long one. 🙂 Last week, Joe and I flew to Pittsburgh to visit my brother and sister. My parents also drove in from New York, and it turned out to be the most wonderful family reunion! Our 5 days in Pittsburgh were jam-packed with fun activities and making new … More Family reunion in Pittsburgh
As I look back on my phone pictures from the last two weeks, there haven’t been any major events, but rather several small memories that added up to a happy two weeks. The weather is starting to turn from rainy winter to sunny spring, and I’ve been taking advantage of it with daily walks outside, … More Outdoorsy and foodie adventures
I Run Like A Girl 