Executive Checkup Medellín: What’s Included, Cost & My Experience
I’d been putting off a proper physical exam for nearly two years after we moved to Medellín. Between pregnancies, adjusting to a new country, and managing the kids and household… my own health kept sliding down the list. Sound familiar? When we heard about the Executive Checkup at Clínica El Rosario, the thing that sold us
Colombian Registro Civil Copy: Step-by-Step Guide (Consulate-Registered)
For context: I am an American-born citizen with dual citizenship in Colombia. In Colombia, I have both a Colombian passport and cédula de ciudadanía. I registered my registro civil de nacimiento at the Colombian Consulate in Orlando, Florida and, after an atrocious experience there, decided to apply for my passport, register my marriage, and the
Cartagena with Kids: Our 4-Day Family Itinerary
Cartagena, Colombia is full of rich history, colorful colonial architecture, and beautiful beaches. But can you actually enjoy Cartagena with kids? Absolutely. I’ve done it not once but twice! Once for a babymoon with our firstborn while pregnant with our second, and again with all three kids under 5. I’m here to tell you exactly
Hiring an Empleada in Medellín: 2026 Salary Guide
Hiring your first empleada can feel intimidating. The process is culturally specific, legally complex, and wrapped in a thousand unspoken expectations you don’t even know exist yet. You want to do right by everyone involved, but there’s no clear manual. When we moved to Medellín three years ago with one baby, I never imagined I’d
Moving to Medellín with Kids: Complete First-Year Checklist (2026)
When we decided to move our family to Medellín, I scoured the internet for any kind of guide. What I found were scattered blog posts, outdated Reddit threads, and generic expat advice that didn’t address the reality of relocating with children. So I’m writing the guide I wish I’d had: a practical, month-by-month roadmap based
Where to Brunch in Medellín: Coffee, Cafés & Breakfast Guide with Map
This post is a work in progress! Over time I’ve been saving recommendations I’ve heard through word of mouth, WhatsApp groups, and my own brunch adventures around Medellín. I wanted a way to put them all in one place—so I created this map. Whether you’re living in Medellín or just passing through, brunch here is
Meet Sarah
Welcome! I’m Sarah. I started this blog to be a resource for others around a few of my favorite things: living in Colombia, DIY projects, places traveled, and day-to-day life. My hope is that it can a place of inspiration and encouragement to help you plan the next project or adventure of your own!
