hey,
It’s been a while, and I’ve missed you. Life has taken me on so many twists and turns lately, and I wanted to share a little about where I’m at and what’s been on my heart.
One year ago, I made the wild decision to pack my whole life into a carry-on and move to Mexico. At the time, I was in Chicago, trying to piece myself back together after a divorce and still confused about why I had been let go from my salon job. Everything felt heavy, and the only thing I knew for sure was that I needed change. I remember crying, praying, and reminding myself every single day that maybe these challenges were just preparing me for something better.
So when the morning came for my 5:15 a.m. one-way flight, I had this deep gut feeling: this is what I’m supposed to do. And I haven’t looked back since.
I didn’t know anyone. I didn’t know the language. But I fell in love, with the people, the culture, and most of all, with life again. Mexico gave me the freedom to start fresh and be who I wanted to be, not who my past said I was.
Fast forward ten months, I got the chance to move to South Florida. I said yes, but wow… leaving Mexico was the hardest goodbye. Leaving my marriage felt like freedom, but leaving Mexico felt like leaving home. After three months in Miami, I couldn’t hold it in anymore, I found myself crying almost every day because it felt like part of my soul was missing.
When I finally went back to Mexico for a visit, I instantly felt like myself again. Being there lights me up in a way nothing else can.
And here’s a little funny thing: somewhere along this journey, I picked up a love for instant coffee. I know, not everyone’s favorite, but hear me out. I’m hooked. My go-to is Fabula instant coffee with their collagen creamer, it’s clean, organic, and TSA-friendly, which makes it perfect for me as I bounce between places. It’s become this tiny but comforting ritual that makes me feel grounded wherever I am.
Life lately has been a mix of messy and magical, hard goodbyes and beautiful hellos, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything.
Hugs,
Aneta
“if you have the opportunity to move, take it. you just might like your new life better”
I am proud of your for following your gut and returning to Mexico. I can tell it really feeds your inner fire.