Welcome to Her Rooted Life: Finding Grace in the Juggle

Hi there, I’m so glad you’re here.

If we haven’t met yet, I’m a 39-year-old entrepreneur, wife, and mom of three wildly different, equally amazing little humans. I’ve spent my entire adult life in sales, from the high-stakes, high-energy world of professional sports to the ever-evolving landscape of travel, tourism, and hospitality. Now, I run my own consulting business. Some days I feel like I’m crushing it. Other days, I wonder how I’m even staying afloat.

And that’s what this space is really about, the beautiful, chaotic, deeply fulfilling mess of trying to do it all, and still doing your best to stay rooted in who you are.

Why I Started Her Rooted Life

I created Her Rooted Life because I needed it. I needed a place to reflect, connect, and simplify. A place where I could share what’s worked for me, and what absolutely hasn’t,  in this juggling act of motherhood, marriage, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.

This blog is my way of pulling the curtain back on the myth of having it “all together.” Because honestly? That version of life doesn’t exist. I’ve tried so many times, and I’m finally comfortable admitting that “having it all together” really doesn’t exist. But I do know a lot of women who are showing up anyway. Who are multitasking, navigating identity (and hormonal) shifts, building careers, folding laundry, answering emails during gymnastics practice, and trying to hold onto a piece of themselves in the process.

That’s what I want to write about. Real life. Real lessons. And ways we can make this journey a little more manageable, and even joyful, without losing ourselves.

My Story (In a Nutshell)

I grew up in a Cuban household with a military father, a younger brother, boy cousins, and a whole crew of neighborhood boys who treated the street like our playground. I was a full-on tomboy, always outside, playing sports, climbing something, or chasing someone. I was also the neighborhood nurse, peroxide and band aids always handy. There wasn’t a lot of sugar-coating in our house; things were direct, disciplined, and built on tough love. My upbringing gave me thick skin, street smarts, and a strong sense of self. I learned how to be scrappy, how to speak up, and how to hold my own in rooms full of men, lessons that shaped the way I’ve moved through the world ever since.

With that foundation, competitive roles in sales and business development felt like a natural fit. I thrived in environments where results mattered, where hustle was rewarded, and where I could connect with people and close deals on my terms.

That path took me from cold calls and courtside seats in the NBA, to international partnerships in the travel and entertainment industry, and eventually to running my own business. But somewhere along the way, life got… full.

Marriage. Three kids. Miscarriages. Career growth. Identity shifts. Burnout. Rediscovery. Rinse and repeat.

Motherhood cracked me open in ways I didn’t expect. It softened me. It slowed me down. And in the stillness, between client calls and spilled milk, I started asking deeper questions about purpose, self-worth, and what it really means to “do it all.”

I’ve learned hard lessons about relationships, boundaries, mental health, burnout, and spirituality. I’ve had to let go of perfectionism and embrace grace. I’ve cried at 2 a.m. over sleep regressions and at 2 p.m. over failed deals. But I’ve also laughed, danced in the kitchen, launched projects I’m proud of, and seen my kids become these beautiful, independent souls that make it all worth it.

Who I Am Today

I’m someone who believes deeply in kindness, humility, and empathy. I’m emotional- I feel things hard and deeply. Having grown up thinking this was a weakness, I have learned this can be a strength. I value honest conversations over highlight reels (I let go of social media almost a decade ago) and small, meaningful moments over big, performative ones.

I’m also someone who tries new things even when I’m nervous. Interior design? Love it. Baking bundt cakes and bread from scratch? Lets do it. Getting into romantasy and thrillers after a lifetime of historical fiction? Why not. Creating organizational systems in a house of five people? It’s chaos, but I keep trying.

These little things-  the experiments, the hobbies, the mundane moments- are where I’ve found pockets of joy and identity. They remind me that I’m more than the roles I play.

What You’ll Find Here

This blog is a mix of the practical and the personal. I’ll be sharing:

• Life hacks for managing work, home, and everything in between

• Organizational tips that make daily chaos a little smoother

• Reflections on entrepreneurship as a woman, mother, and leader

• Thoughts on self-preservation because "balance" isn’t always the goal, but wholeness is

• Books I love, meals I’ve actually pulled off (and ones I haven’t), and things that help make life a little easier or more meaningful

Some days it’ll be a how-to. Other days, it might be more like a journal entry. But my promise is that it will always be honest, useful, and hopefully a little comforting — like a warm cup of coffee during nap time, or a deep breath before the next meeting.

Staying Rooted

The name Her Rooted Life came to me during a season when I felt like I was being pulled in a hundred directions. I realized that even in the busiest times, when everything feels like it’s moving too fast, I can still choose to stay grounded in who I am and what I value.

Being “rooted” doesn’t mean having everything figured out. It means knowing who you are, even when the storm hits. It means learning how to pivot, rest, ask for help, and try again. It means prioritizing yourself without guilt, setting boundaries with love, and finding ways to feel whole even when life feels fragmented.

A Note to You

If you’ve made it this far, thank you. Truly. I know your time and energy are limited. I live that life too. I hope this space becomes a place you can come to for helpful ideas, relatable stories, or just a moment to exhale and feel less alone.

Whether you’re here as a fellow mom, a business owner, a woman in transition, or someone who just needs a little pick-me-up, you’re welcome here.

I’m rooting for you (pun intended), and I’m so glad we’re doing this together.

Now, go reheat that coffee, and let’s dive in.

With love and realness,

Christina