Hello! I am Cristina. I was adopted from the Azores, grew up an Air Force brat and got to create a ‘new me’ every place we moved to. I’ve been married to my honey for 32 years! When I am not reading a good mystery, I binge watch true crime documentaries. I have a great love for my Savior, Jesus Christ and am an enthusiast of life’s deeper meanings.

My journey to self-love began in the wake of personal challenges, including confronting and overcoming life’s unexpected turns.

I discovered the term ‘saudade’ when trying to describe the ache I felt losing my father at a young age. Recently, I’ve learned it also applies to the longing I have to be reunited with the person I once was and the person I am becoming.

Saudade - Wikipedia

Saudade de Si Mesmo is a space dedicated to exploring the deep longing for self-reconnection and growth. Here, we delve into the heart of what it means to truly love and understand oneself through the lens of saudade.

Join me as we navigate through personal stories, actionable insights, and reflective practices designed to empower and inspire. Each post aims to support you on your journey towards a more fulfilled and self-aware life.

Proverbs 19:8 - To acquire wisdom is to love yourself; people who cherish understanding will prosper.