Life right now is sweet.
I’m in a season that feels incredibly grounding yet expansive. With a 19-year-old daughter and an 18-year-old son, both blossoming into young adults, I’m embracing the joy (and the disbelief!) of having raised two grown children. My husband and I are approaching our 20-year anniversary, and it feels like such a blessing to have built this life together through the highs, the lessons, and the laughter.
I’m in a sweet spot.
I’m grateful for health, for growth, for wisdom. I often reflect on where I’ve come from and where I am now, my heart fills with gratitude. I’ve come to realize that the sky truly is the limit for me, and that awareness fuels my optimism every single day.
One of my proudest full-circle moments is having my daughter attend San Diego State University and soon, my son will be joining her there. Watching them both step into this next chapter in a city that holds such deep personal meaning for me is surreal.
San Diego was the first city I landed in when I came to the United States at nearly 14 years old. It’s where my journey in this country began. Eventually, we moved to Pasadena, but San Diego always held a piece of my heart. And now, decades later, my children are creating their own experiences there. Talk about coming full circle.
We’ve always loved taking little family getaways to San Diego, even before the college years began. There’s something about the city that nourishes me emotionally and spiritually. Whether it’s the sound of the waves or the gentle energy of the coast, San Diego has always felt like a place where I can simply be.
Some of my favorite spots?
George’s at the Cove in La Jolla is a new favorite. This restaurant offers the most stunning terrace views of the ocean—it’s breathtaking. The food? Equally impressive. It’s the kind of place that reminds you to pause, breathe, and take it all in.
I also love staying at the Hyatt Regency La Jolla, which gives me everything I need when it comes to comfort, amenities, and proximity to some of my favorite local gems.
Over the years, we’ve done it all, from the San Diego Zoo to SeaWorld (yes, that’s where Shamu lives!). These are memories engraved in our family timeline, from when my kids were little to now, as they prepare to walk the campus together as young adults.
This city has watched me grow and now, it’s watching my children do the same.
A Piece of my world 🇧🇪 