My Poolside Office Day

Some days are just made for inspiration and this one delivered in the most unexpected and generous way.

A friend asked if I could check in on her cat while she was away, and I was genuinely happy to say yes. No need for anything in return, I told her. All I asked for was access to her beautiful, peaceful backyard. She agreed, and that's exactly what I received.

So one afternoon this week, I packed my bag like I was heading to a private retreat: journal, pen, earbuds, and my phone. I set up poolside. I turned on a Mel Robbins podcast, sipped on cold water and let the day unfold.

This backyard oasis became my office for the day. Not just any office but a space that sparked fresh ideas, calm reflection, and creative energy. I jotted down business ideas, goals, and a few dreams I've been quietly nurturing. Something about being surrounded by water, stillness, and sky gave those ideas room to breathe.

It reminded me how sometimes, when you offer help with no strings attached, the return gift is more soul-nourishing than you ever could've expected. I borrowed a little slice of someone's square footage and in exchange, I received peace, beauty, and clarity.

Where you work matters. What surrounds you matters. And sometimes, the most productive days happen when you step away from your desk and step into a different kind of space entirely.

Here's to more days like that. 💙