What a long, strange trip it’s been….
February 14, 2021Welcome to Soula Mama! My name is Zina. I’d like to tell you a bit more about myself and why I am creating this space. How did I become a Soula Mama? Seven and a half years ago, I gave birth to the beautiful, bright and shiny being known as Ayla Raven, and she has forever changed my world. Never did I ever imagine my life would be the way that I am living it today…. It was never my intention to become a solo parent, but through a series of extremely challenging and heartbreaking events, I began raising my…
Moving to Costa Rica-Musings From The Jungle Seventeen Days In
I love the sounds of the jungle. They seem to have been calling me the past few months, creeping into my dreams, my meditations, and transporting me from the arid yet rich landscape of the Soquel Hills where I lived…
30 Days in Costa Rica: Post-Journey Reflections and Reintegration
Home after an extended adventure in Costa Rica with my daughter and wearing more clothing than I have in the last 30 days, I am slowly reintegrating, and reflecting on my journey and what I have learned. I prefer the…
Sweet Dreams Are Made of This
Reintegration and Reflection We stepped into the Trader Joe’s after more than 30 days, post-Costa Rica adventure, and breathed a sigh of heavenly excitement and anticipation. So many choices! Oh how we had missed the California conveniences of widespread access…
Don’t Hide the Santa Wrap Under the Bed!
Soooo….here is some parenting advice. Don’t Leave The Santa Wrap Under The Bed. I ruined Santa for my seven year old this year. I mean, that sounds pretty dramatic, but there’s a big part of my mom heart that wants…
Pacing Yourself When You Have a lot on Your Plate
Lately, I’ve had a zillion projects all in the air at once. Despite being home with my daughter during the pandemic and on leave, I found that there is always plenty to do. You all know what I mean. We’ve…
Reflections on a Year of Distance Learning and Pandemic Living
Good morning friends! The sun is shining over here this morning as I sit here at 8:45am in my pajamas, with my coffee, and wearing headphones to drown out the sounds of my daughter’s second grade zoom. It’s Friday, March…
The Universe Has Your Back
The Universe has your back. Always. And if you listen, you may be surprised at the amazing things that can happen if you let them. Hi friends! It’s super late right now, and I really ought to be practicing good…
