Hello, and welcome.

If you’ve just discovered this blog, welcome. I didn’t set out with the goal of exploring every country in the world—not at first. What began as a break from a long career in science and intellectual property management gradually turned into a deeper journey of healing, rediscovery, and ultimately, transformation. Over time, one step led to another, and I found myself walking a path that spanned continents—and reshaped my life in ways I never expected.

This site is where I bring together three strands of my life’s work:

My memoir

My mission

And a movement I’m proud to be part of

The Memoir: The World Is My Mirror

After years of walking unfamiliar roads and navigating inner crossroads, I’m thrilled to finally share my story in full. The World Is My Mirror is a deeply personal memoir about midlife reinvention through travel. It follows my journey around the world—not just as a record of places, but as a reflection of a woman transforming from within.

This book is for anyone who has ever wondered, “Is it too late to change?”

Anyone who has felt stuck in life.

Anyone quietly longing for more meaning, freedom, or a renewed sense of self.

I’ll be sharing updates here as we approach the launch later this year, along with exclusive behind-the-scenes moments and stories that didn’t make it into the final pages.

The Mission: Reinvention Through Travel

This platform was born from the belief that travel can be a profound tool for personal transformation—and for social change.

I don’t mean luxury vacations or escape itineraries.

I mean the kind of travel that slows you down, strips away your assumptions, and lets you see the world—and yourself—with new eyes.

Here, I’ll be writing about what I’ve learned from the road, how I rebuilt my life after letting go of an old one, and how you, too, can use travel as a path to rediscover who you are and what you’re here to do.

Whether you’re navigating a transition, rebuilding after burnout, or simply feeling the stirrings of change—I hope you’ll find wisdom, encouragement, and real tools here.

The Movement: From Solo Journey to Global Community

One of the most unexpected gifts of my travels was discovering that I wasn’t alone. That there were others—Filipinos and global citizens—seeking not just adventure, but purpose.

That’s what led to the creation of the Philippine Global Explorers, now the largest national travel club in the world. What began as a casual gathering of like-minded travelers has evolved into a community committed to giving back—supporting education, environmental conservation, heritage, and culture in local communities across the Philippines.

In time, I’ll share more about this movement, and what it means to lead with impact—whether in your hometown or halfway across the globe.

What to Expect From This Blog

Every few weeks, I’ll be sharing:

• Personal stories from my global journey
• Lessons on reinvention, resilience, and finding meaning through change
• Reflections on leading with purpose and creating impact in local communities

If any of this speaks to you, I hope you’ll stay connected – and sign up to Journey With Me for occasional updates on the book launch and upcoming events and travels. 

You can also follow along on social media, where I’ll be posting reflections from the road, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and thoughts on living a life of meaning beyond borders.

This is more than the start of a new chapter.

It’s the unfolding of a shared journey.

Let’s take it one step at a time—honestly, openly, and with a willingness to grow.