My diary blog: Smiling woman sharing a real moment.

My Diary Blog: Real Life, One Moment at a Time

Welcome to my diary blog. Here I share my real life as it happens. Short videos, spontaneous reflections, raw moments, and little joys. This is where I document my journey, one honest day at a time.

  • A Day Out with My Daughter: Sun, Swings, and Simple Joys

    Just a regular day out with my daughter — but one worth remembering.This weekend, we didn’t go walking as we usually do. I had some shopping to take care of, and Felisberta is the best shopping partner you could ask for:“Mommy, you buy what's on the list, hurry up — I don’t like spending too much time in the supermarket.”And that’s exactly how it goes… EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. [...]

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  • Birthday Message for My Sister Dainete | A Heartfelt Tribute

    ⭐️ A Heartfelt Birthday Message for My Sister Today is about another woman in my life: my sister. She’s special, and of course, on a day like this, gym can wait. According to my parents, I was supposed to be an only child. My mother, who only wanted one baby, hesitated… but ended up giving me the best gift she could ever offer: my sister. My Mana. Dainete [...]

  • Felisberta’s Gym Visit: A Small Win, A Proud Moment, and Real Life Parenting

    Felisberta’s gym visit today was nothing short of amazing! We just got back from her swimming class, and I must say: ’m one proud mom! Felisberta usually goes to the pool with Bruna, her babysitter. While Bruna is enjoying her well-deserved vacation, I’ve taken over a few pool trips. Of course, I also love being there to watch her progress, and she absolutely loves having me around! [...]

  • The Les Mills Passport Challenge: What I Actually Won Wasn’t the T-Shirt

    The prize was a t-shirt. The real win was proving I could keep a promise to myself, one Les Mills class at a time.