Today begins with one of Lara’s least favorite activities — a trip to the groomer. She has the sweetest groomer, someone who always takes such great care of her, but Lara doesn’t love the process itself. The closer we get, the more nervous she becomes. I drive slowly through the

Hello there, how are you doing today? I’ve had one of those busy, slightly overwhelming days of work where my brain feels like it’s been running a marathon. And now that the sun is setting and the heat of the day is finally softening, it feels so good to be

Living a dream life in Portugal often comes down to the little things — the warm sun, the cobblestone streets, and the joy of having time to slow down. On this particular day, Joen and I both had time off, so we decided to spend it in Funchal, the capital

There are days when life in Portugal feels perfectly aligned — where the rhythm of my routine, the sunshine, and the small joys all come together in the most beautiful way. This was one of those days, and I’d love to take you along with me. Early Morning Energy at

Some weeks are busier than others, and when work takes over, my home often gets neglected. After a hectic stretch, I love dedicating a full day to resetting my home. It’s not just about cleaning — it’s about restoring balance, creating a fresh atmosphere, and bringing back that cozy feeling

Life in Portugal has its own rhythm — a mix of sunshine, slow living, and everyday routines that somehow feel special. In today’s post, I’ll take you through a full summer day in my life here on Madeira Island. From morning workouts and coffee rituals with Lara, to cooking, scooter

Hello everyone, how have you been? Today I had planned to be productive, but life had other plans. Lara, our sweet toy poodle, woke up with a paw infection and a bit of a fever, so the whole day quickly shifted. That’s the reality of being a pet parent —

Hello everyone, I hope you’re doing well. Today, I want to share how I get our home ready whenever we have friends staying overnight. Hosting is something I truly love — not because everything has to be perfect, but because I enjoy creating a space that feels welcoming and special.

Hello everyone, how have you been? Today I want to bring you along for a special day that captures the essence of summer on Madeira Island. Even after living here for five years, I still find myself in awe of the beauty and rhythm of this place — especially during

Hello everyone, how have you been? Today I want to take you along for a cozy day in the life in Portugal. It’s Friday, and for once I don’t have any work planned. That means I get to lean into a slower rhythm — enjoying simple rituals, cooking something nourishing,