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Stay updated with our latest articles, covering a wide range of topics from family travel tips to spiritual reflections. Here, you'll find valuable insights and creative ideas to enhance your family's journey.

Introducing Cool Travel Mom: Where Family Adventures Begin

Welcome to Cool Travel Mom! Our story began with a simple question:

"What can I give my kids while they're young?" The answer was clear—adventures, experiences, and cherished memories..READ MORE

Sunday Reflections: Guiding Our Journey with Faith and Love

Sundays hold a special place in our family’s week—a moment to pause, reflect, and give thanks to God for all the blessings and adventures we’ve been given. As a mom, I feel a deep responsibility to guide our family not just on the road..READ MORE

The Cool Travel Mom Lifestyle: Cherishing Life Through Healthy Choices

Life is a beautiful journey, and as a mom who thrives on adventure, I’ve come to realize something important: without taking care of myself, how can I continue to enjoy these experiences with my loved ones? Lifestyle isn’t just about..READ MORE

Mom Life Unfiltered: Connecting with Our Kids Through Understanding

As moms, let’s be real—we’re not perfect. We have our moments, especially when the kids start hitting those transitional stages like puberty. You know, when one kid notices something, like a mustache, and suddenly it’s a family..READ MORE

Brick by Brick: The Cool Travel Mom Journey & The Gifts of the Holy Ghost

Motherhood changed me, but it didn’t redefine me. It added layers—of love, of resilience, and of faith. The birth of my first child wasn’t just a new chapter; it was the foundation of a journey that would shape me in ways I never expected..READ MORE

Monday - Cool Travel Mom Journey Blog - Humility (Holy Rosary)

Nineteen years. That’s how long I dedicated myself to the same company, working my way up from the bottom, adapting to multiple transitions, and embracing growth. I truly believed that despite the company’s restructuring phase, my..READ MORE

Tuesday - Sorrow for Sins (Holy Rosary) - From Guilt to Growth: A Mother’s Journey of Patience, Presence, and Prayer

Current Read: How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber & Elaine Mazlish

Moms, let’s be real—we’re all works in progress. 🙋‍♀️ Who else finds themselves stuck in the endless cycle of yelling matches..READ MORE

Wednesday: Faith & Hope (Holy Rosary) – How Faith Pulled Me Through a Health Scare

Wednesday: Faith & Hope – How Faith Pulled Me Through a Health ScareMoms, have you ever found yourself in a situation where everything you thought you knew about life, about control, was turned upside down in an instant? That’s what..READ MORE

Thursday: Fraternal Charity - The Gift of Giving: How Volunteering Changed My Heart

There was a time in my life when I thought
giving back meant simply donating money, sending supplies, or signing up for a one-time charity event. But I never truly felt...READ MORE

Friday: Cool Travel Mom Journey – Mortification of the Senses

It was an early morning, and my mom and I found ourselves in a situation we never could have anticipated. The weather had turned brutal overnight, covering everything in a thick, unforgiving layer of ice. We had parked the car, ready...READ MORE

Saturday: Cool Travel Mom Journey – Desire of Heaven

Some people come into our lives like a bright, passing light—brief, yet powerful enough to leave a mark that never fades. Even at a young age, our niece carried a presence that felt bigger than life itself. She wasn’t just a child; she was a ...READ MORE

Marriage Unfiltered: Embracing Our Roles as Wives with Love and Faith

Let’s get real, ladies—marriage isn’t always the fairytale we imagined when we said, “I do.” We vowed to love, honor, and cherish, through better or worse, and promised to be submissive to our husbands, but let’s be honest: how many...READ MORE

Grace in the Face of Rudeness: Turning Negativity into Strength

Life isn’t always smooth sailing. Some days, we’re met with unexpected challenges—disrespectful words, rude gestures, or actions that seem designed to rattle us. While our natural instinct might be to react, sometimes the best thing...READ MORE

Hearts Full, Bags Packed: Showing Up When Family Needs Us

There’s no hesitation when family calls—we just show up.

This past week, our family received heartbreaking news: a beloved family member had taken his wings. In less than 48...READ MORE

Monday: Faith in Every Step - A Surprising Spiritual Journey to the Miraculous Staircase

The final destination was California, but the path we took held a surprising detour that added a profound layer of meaning to our travels. Our journey to the West Coast was more than just a road trip — it was a surprising spiritual adventure...READ MORE

Tuesday: Love of Humiliations

Rain-soaked and Grateful: An Outing That Humbled Us All

Our recent trip to Kiamba, Sarangani in the Philippines was meant to be an exciting day of water tubing — our truck packed...READ MORE

Wednesday: Perseverance in Every Punch

Our Family’s Journey with UFC Gym

Moving to a new area is always a blend of excitement and uncertainty, especially when you have three kids eager to stay active. One of our first quests as a family was to find a place where not only my husband and I could work out, but...READ MORE

Thursday: The Purity of Braving the Cold

A Polar Plunge Lesson in Courage and Obedience

It all started when my husband had finished reading a book titled, The Wim Hof Method: Activate Your Full Human Potential. Once reading the book, my husband slowly started applying the process—from taking cold showers in the...READ MORE

Friday: Bearing the Trials

Our Unshaken Journey to Mount Rushmore

There’s something uniquely special about road trips—the freedom of the open road, the excitement of discovering new places, and the unpredictable moments that make the journey unforgettable. Our trip to Mount Rushmore was a...READ MORE

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