Maya Angelou once said, “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” Her words inspire me to share my own journey — the triumphs, the struggles, and the lessons — through this blog.

Hi, I’m Mirchaye (some call me Nina). I was born and raised in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, before moving to the U.S. at 17 to pursue a career in Communications and Digital Media. Writing has been my companion for as long as I can remember — starting with my first journal in eighth grade, where I poured out my thoughts every day.

Motherhood deepened my love for storytelling. After my son Adam was born, I found myself searching for guidance, often with few places to turn. That’s when I realized I wanted to create a space — not just to share what I’ve learned about breastfeeding, fitness, nutrition, and self-care — but to connect with other moms navigating the same beautiful, chaotic road.

Travel has also been woven into my life from a young age. I was bitten by the travel bug as a child, when my parents introduced me to the world through trips near and far. I once read that the greatest gift you can give your children is the gift of travel — it opens their eyes, shapes their worldview, and makes them more culturally aware. That’s exactly how I’m raising my two boys today. They say traveling with kids isn’t easy — and it isn’t — but I’m here to show you that it’s absolutely doable. Through this blog, I’ll help you discover the best family-friendly trips, tips, and deals to make travel memories that will last a lifetime.

My passion for clean eating began after I had my first son and struggled with postpartum weight gain. As a busy mom, I know firsthand how hard it can be to prioritize healthy meals. That’s why I focus on sharing 20-30 minute recipes that are healthy, delicious, and practical for real life.

Through One Peel at a Time, I hope to inspire and support others by sharing my three greatest passions: motherhood, travel, and clean eating.

The name “One Peel at a Time” reflects my view of life: a continuous journey of growth and learning, one layer at a time.

I’m so grateful you’re here. Let’s peel back the layers of life — together.

Yours,
Mirchaye