It’s the first time in a while that I decided to stay at home and not plan anything for August. I was “travelled out”. April and May were spent in Bali, then June in Spain, and July in the US and Canada. My body felt exhausted, out of sync, and out of place. My body was signalling that something was not working anymore, so I stayed home to rest and connect my body with my mind and spirit.

I have always dreamt about creating perfumes. I am in love with the fusion of creativity, science, body and mind. I love the unexpected scents and I believe theres no bigger compliment than someone telling you that they love the way you smell, and if they dare, they will go ahead and ask for the perfume you are wearing.

Was it Bali or just this moment in my life? I guess both. It was the quiet Bali, the breathtaking one that happens when no cameras are available, the one that chooses when and who to reveal Mount Agung to, the one that echoes music and prayers from a distant temple through the fog of the jungle. That side of Bali, the magical one, definitely helped to heal things that felt stuck inside of me for years.

Kevin and I are expecting a baby boy! Our baby is due towards the end of September this year and we are so excited and intrigued to meet our little one.

After our clean- up experience, the days start to blend in. We meet Natalie and her friend Lalo for a snorkel and we find out about new beaches that we wouldn’t have found on our own.

The first couple of nights in Bangkok have been spent at night, escaping the heat and sleeping off the jet lag. We still haven’t seen the city during the day but we surely have enjoyed its nights.