Finally home! And I couldn’t be happier. After a week soaking up the sun in Cuba, I’m back in my own space, feeling refreshed and alive. There’s something comforting about being back in my familiar surroundings, even if it’s just me and the walls of this quiet house.

This morning, I’m embracing that vacation spirit, moving through my kitchen in nothing but my underwear. The cool tile feels good against my bare feet as I reach for the eggs and start cracking them into the pan. The scent of coffee brewing fills the air, mixing with the memories of ocean breezes and warm sand still clinging to my skin.

As I stand at the stove, I catch a glimpse of myself in the reflection of the microwave door. My body, still bronzed from days on the beach, is a reminder that 47 is just a number. I’ve worked hard to keep myself in shape, and I feel as confident as ever—maybe even more so after a week of letting loose and enjoying life.

There’s a sense of freedom in this moment, knowing that my daughters are grown and living their own lives, giving me the space to rediscover my own. The quiet of the house isn’t loneliness; it’s peace. It’s the sound of independence, of a woman who’s learned to cherish her own company and live life on her terms.

As the eggs sizzle and pop in the pan, I think back to the Cuban nights, the music, the laughter, the way I felt like I could be anyone and anything in those moments. But here, in my kitchen, I’m exactly who I want to be—a woman who knows what she wants, who loves her life, and who isn’t afraid to enjoy the simple pleasure of making breakfast in her underwear.

With a final flip of the spatula, I slide the eggs onto a plate, pour myself a cup of coffee, and take a seat at the kitchen table. The world may be waiting outside, but for now, it’s just me, my breakfast, and the lingering warmth of a Cuban vacation that has only deepened my appreciation for the life I’ve built.

Here’s to being home, to being free, and to savoring every moment, whether in the sunshine of a far-off beach or in the quiet comfort of my own kitchen.