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February's invitation to reflect asks us to revisit our own childhood. For more context, check out the month's Surface Tension at the link in bio.

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Hola February!

This month I'm drawing inspiration from the many courageous people who are pushing back against authoritarianism and holding each other with love. There are so many to learn from, past and present.

In a world shaped by power, fear, and division, love is not soft.
It’s disciplined.
It’s practiced.
It's courageous.
It’s learned at home and carried into the streets.

Let's practice together. Join me here and on Substack for more.

Con cariño,
Melina

Some NYC holiday traditions that we’re growing as a family, some of which I remember from my own childhood. ❄️

Some NYC winter holiday traditions that we’re growing as a family, some of which I remember from my own childhood. ❄️

Heading into the end of year chaos with a full heart and a full schedule. 😬 But also eager to hear from you. Slide into my dms and let me know what you’d like to see more of here or in my newsletter. I’m all ears.

Feliz cumpleaños to the most loving, generous, and quietly impressive person I know: my mami!! Wish this lady a wonderful year, because she truly deserves it. 💖

When your ‘normal’ isn’t their ‘normal.’

10 years married, 16 together. Wouldn’t have it any other way. 🩷🩷

Happy birthday to the one who holds us together with so much love, care, and fun. I love you 🩷 Here’s to another year of adventure, family time, us time, studio time, and learning new life skills like how to floss.