I’m a kid of the 80s so I have many memories of the fanny back! They now have an upgraded look and I need a way to carry important items while keeping my hands free. I might just get this same one in multiple colors!

I’ve been really leaning into packing light, so when I found this backpack I was excited because the inside has the same sections as any carry-on luggage piece. I love the color and that it can slide onto my carry-on luggage.

I already knew this was a powerful charger because my friends have this brand, so it’s been on my list to purchase for a while. I finally bought it because these days my phone dies so quickly.

To find an insect repellent that’s actually unscented and keeps the bugs away is like finding a needle in a hay stack. This stuff is the needle! Note: It only ships in the USA so grab it before you leave the states.

This was the first toy for both of my dogs. It comes with a heartbeat (battery included) and a heating pad so your dog feels like they have a real puppy friend. My Max Galito plays with it every day and he looks adorable when he sleeps with it.

I’ve been struggling to brush Max Galito’s teeth so having natural products that keep his attention and help remove plaque from his teeth is a double win!

When I transitioned my dog to a raw food diet, he was so happy at meal time he ate his food in under 10 seconds. This bowl helps slow him down and it’s an enrichment activity that makes feeing time fun.

Max Galito had a really bad ear infection that required his vet to do a house call. That’s when I learned the importance of having a regimen for dog ear cleaning. Even though my dog doesn’t enjoy getting his ears cleaned, I enjoy knowing what’s going inside his ears is all natural.

The first toothpaste I tried was minty fresh and Max Galito ran away. He loves this poultry flavor and I can easily get my hand in his mouth to brush his teeth now!

I love supporting small businesses, and when I saw the story behind this product on Instagram, I wanted to buy it. Not only that, I see how it gets the dirt that cleaning wipes leave behind. Note: this item only ships in USA so be sure to order it before you go abroad.

My dog spent the first 5-6 years of his life homeless and malnourished, so I want to make sure he has everything he needs to thrive in his new chapter of life with me. This one container lasts 60 days (varies by dog size) so I plan on grabbing more the next time I visit the states because this product does not ship outside the USA.

There are so many street dogs here, and I never want Max Galito to be mistaken for one of them. This can only be purchased in the USA, so be sure to order before you leave the states.

Max Galtio has a few different collars, and each one needs an ID tag. Since WhatsAPP is very popular in Mexico, I wanted to create some tags that had specific details based on our current location so people could easily contact me if he ever gets lost.

My Max Galito has walked the streets of Mexico for years, and his little paws show it. I use this to help heal his cracked paws.

It starts to get dark pretty early here, so having a reflective collar is important to me. I also notice most dog collars in Mexico are the belted style, not clip which is what I prefer.

There are no dog parks where I live, so having this long leash helps give Max Galito more freedom on our daily walks.

Until you’ve had bully sticks that make your entire home smell like outside, you don’t fully appreciate that these are odor free. This is the brand I purchased when I lived in the states. I noticed all the natural pet stores carried it. I like that it’s an alternative to rawhide.

I use one per day to give Max Galito a nice wipe down before he jumps on my furniture for the night.

This is #1 of 5 products that’s part of my skincare routine which was recommended by an aesthetician during my visit with her. I love the way it lathers and how my skins feels after I use it.

This is #2 of 5 products part of my skincare routine recommended by an aesthetician. It helps hydrate my skin which is necessary since I now live in a tropical climate.

This is #3 of 5 products part of my skincare routine recommended by an aesthetician. She recommended I move to SPF 50+ because of how hot and humid it is in my current city.

This is #4 of 5 products part of my skincare routine recommended by an aesthetician. This helps with sun damage and premature wrinkles. I am OK with wrinkles, but I want to avoid sun damage and any potential for skin cancer.

My braiding stylist in my hometown uses this on my hair, and I like that it isn’t flaky plus lasts a long time.

My previous combs lasted many, many years and actually broke before I moved abroad. I decided it was time to replace them.

I’ve only had to replace this once in my adult life. And even with the first one I think I dropped it, so that doesn’t really count.

The sheets the came with the house I rent were hard and itchy. These sheets work very well for tropical weather because they’re comfortable and soft but not thick.

My bed frame is made of wood and without the mattress gripper the mattress would continue to slide in every direction.

I knew Mexico had hard water issues, but I had no idea how soft water could be until I had this shower head installed. With the old shower head, I couldn’t wash my hair because the shampoo would stick and make my hair tangle. And my face always felt dry. But now I am in heaven! I also notice the water pressure is much better.

I have a small living room space with french doors that lead into the shotgun style home. This daybed is great for me to have a separate place to watch TV and for visitors to sleep. I also like the storage space underneath.

I have a fabulous dog sitter who comes to the house to house and dog sit. This lock helps me have more freedom in my schedule and gives the dog sitter access to Max Galito. I also used this same brand in the states when I kept locking myself out of my apartment.

I kept missing my deliveries because they were unable to knock directly on my door. Placing this outside my gate has been a game changer.

I must sleep with pillows, and the ones that came with the home were so flimsy I had to purchase more. Honestly, these are not as firm as like (my previous pillow was Tempurpedic) but it is way better than what I had.

The home I’m renting has lots of shelf space and I needed a way to organize all my things. I love the way these look and now realize I need to order at least two more sets!

I have tile floors and this mop makes them look new and shiny.

Why I love it? Until my dog can start taking photos for me, I need a way to capture my living abroad journey on my own. I connect this to my tripod for all my photos and videos.

When I transitioned from an elementary school leadership role to entrepreneurship, this kit was gifted to me and I’ve used it for so many things! I brought the tripod with me to Mexico and it’s the gift that keeps on giving.

Growing up in the Black Baptist church and as the granddaughter and daughter of preachers, I have a deep desire to learn more about what’s happening to our Black community, specifically our churches.

As a coach and workshop facilitator, and as someone on my own journey discovering why I am the way I am, this book is helping me uncover realities that have existed under my radar for far too long. The storytelling makes it an easy read even though you’re learning about technical concepts.

Danté Stewart is the first author I’ve read who tells his full truth about connections between being Black, Christian and American. Often those identities feel at war, and I appreciate this book for breaking through mindset barriers to show it is possible to be authentically you, love Jesus and be Black in America.