About Me

Hello everyone and welcome to my blog!

I have been shooting and writing for as long as I can remember. A reserved, quiet, and reflective introvert by nature, I’ve always best expressed myself through writing. After thinking about it for quite some time, I’ve finally decided to start sharing my writings, along with the photos that help tell the story.

I was born in New York City, raised in Miami, then lived in Fort Lauderdale for ten years where I built a life and career for myself. I had it “all” but also had an incredible hunger for life, travelling, and gaining new experiences. Then one day in 2014, I finally packed it all in and followed my heart to Italy. I wasn’t sure how long I was coming for at the time, and every year I would say “I’ll stay one more year.” Well, I’ve been living in Rome ever since, teaching English for a living and travelling through Italy and Europe in my spare time. I’ve collected so many photos and stories along the way, and I wanted a place to put it all together and share it with others.

I am a dreamer and a romantic. I find the beauty in whatever I come across and try to bring out the details, the mood it creates, the emotions they bring out, and the traces they leave. Thus, this is a glimpse into my inner world, my experiences, and the beautiful places I’m fortunate enough to visit along the way. I hope you enjoy the photos and that this serves as motivation and inspiration for some to book that ticket, pack your bags, or make that change you’ve been longing for.

-Monica

For more photos, visit my Flickr page!