22 Years Ago, I Had No Idea…

As I write this, I’m halfway across the world in Japan, still deep in the adventure — exploring with the loves of my life.

We’re making memories one step, one bite, and one awe-filled moment at a time. And through it all, I keep thinking about how it all began… 22 years ago, when I met Mark.

Back then, I had no idea we’d build something this beautiful. I couldn’t have imagined the journey we’d take — together.

Mark is the most optimistic, loyal, fair, kind-hearted, and hardworking man I know. He’s also my very best friend. He believes in me more than anyone ever has, and every single day, I get to witness him raising our daughters to be strong, fearless, deeply loved, and unapologetically themselves.

Watching him with them, exploring the world together… It's humbling. It’s magical. It’s everything.

I just wanted to share this love with you today; not to make it look perfect, but to show you what’s possible. This life, this connection, this kind of love — it’s real. And I hope, in some way, you feel a little of it right now. In your breath. In your heart. In the way you keep showing up.

Wherever you are in your journey, may you feel the strength of being supported. May you feel the warmth of being seen. And may you know that a life full of love, depth, and delight is absolutely within reach.

Sending you love from across the globe,

Ali