I began using R+F skincare June 2017. I had tried numerous products to clear up the dark pigmentation aka melasma I had developed during pregnancy with my daughter. Boy do I regret not taking a “before” picture to show you how bad it was. My final resort was to visit my dermatologist. After examining my … Continue reading My R+F Story
Category: INSPIRE
Own It
Day two of vacation and I quickly realized my body does not bounce back after a day of enjoying a few cocktails. In my 20’s the day after some drinks I would wake up feeling slender and tight (mostly because of dehydration). Haha—not now. Nope. It’s called bloated and puffy. Oh lord. But here’s the … Continue reading Own It
Authenticity
It’s been a while since I’ve posted. Primarily because I made the decision to take this blog to the next level. I opened up a separate IG account (specifically related to the blog), started following many other bloggers and then became paralyzed in my approach with a writing block. I know I can’t possibly be … Continue reading Authenticity
Love the Journey
Pitfalls and triumphs—we all have them. We all have experiences propelling us towards our biggest dreams and ones that keep us doubting who we are, and what we are capable of. I kicked off the year by opening the pages of a new book. Not by choice though. In recent months, I’ve fallen victim to … Continue reading Love the Journey
2018 DETOX
It’s that time again! You know, the time where we all make some sort of promise to ourselves in efforts to change our future. What’s it called again? Oh yes, New Year’s Resolutions. To be frank, I hate NYR’s. Let’s be honest, it feels good to sit and ponder about ways to improve our lives, … Continue reading 2018 DETOX
How Would You Feel?
How would you feel if I told you how much I not only love but appreciate you? It’s been 12 years since we met as young 21 year old, adventure seeking people. Back then we were, young, wild, and free. Not a worry in the world. Made travel plans to other countries on a whim. … Continue reading How Would You Feel?
33rd Birthday
What the day meant... I woke up to my daughter sleeping on my chest, my best friends daughter, Miah tip toeing into my room to sneak on the bed and snuggle. My husband then coming in from cleaning the kitchen (from the festivities the night before) while singing happy birthday at the top of his … Continue reading 33rd Birthday
Life Shattering. Praying for all involved.
The last 24 hours have been quite somber for me. Waking up yesterday morning to learn about the mass shooting that occurred in Las Vegas October 1, 2017 truly shattered me. A 60+ year old man, checked into the Mandalay Bay hotel, specifically requested a room facing towards a venue where a music festival was … Continue reading Life Shattering. Praying for all involved.
Being Unapologetic-ally, ME
So my husband is really big into listening to podcasts aka talk radio. I have always found podcasts really boring and annoying. Seriously, when I am in the car, especially by myself, that is defined as (ME) time. The last thing I want to do, is crawl inside my own head, because that happens every … Continue reading Being Unapologetic-ally, ME
Why I Blog?
I find blogging therapeutic. I started before getting married in 2014. It was an outlet for me to express my thoughts about the frustrations of planning a wedding. I kept my site private for some time. The plan was to keep it that way. Then a few family members and friends found out about … Continue reading Why I Blog?
*Repost* in Honor of Anyone Who Has Lost Before–Moving Forward
May 15, 2015 will always be the hardest day I have experienced in life. After the loss of a child (at any stage in pregnancy) one may feel guilty feeling happy again but I didn't. I have cried and mourned the loss of our first child for days on end but to be honest I knew that the tough … Continue reading *Repost* in Honor of Anyone Who Has Lost Before–Moving Forward
Wait to Worry
Someday is not on the calendar. Figure out what you are dying to do, today, not some day. Powerful, no? That affirmation hit me like a ton of bricks when I first read it. Everyone alike suffers with this in my opinion. What are we truly placed on this earth for? Most will never know. I … Continue reading Wait to Worry
Can I give you a hug?
Today as I was rushing to get errands done while my mom watched Giuliana at home, I stopped at Trader Joes for a little grocery shopping. As I was walking into the store, I noticed a mom struggling to walk in with a heavy car seat and oversized diaper bag. As she got closer, I … Continue reading Can I give you a hug?
It’s Really Happening…
After the loss of our baby girl last May, my husband and I took some time to heal and enjoy us. After a much needed vacation in August, we agreed it was time to start trying again. Once we returned in September we had a go at it not knowing how long it would take … Continue reading It’s Really Happening…
Cartagena a Week of Love
How or where do I start? This was the most magical week I've had with my husband in the longest time. Don't get me wrong, every week is wonderful but this week was the most absolute bliss I have experienced since our wedding. We walked new streets together. In a different country and we rocked … Continue reading Cartagena a Week of Love
Michelle Cardoso 