Chipi-chipi on Tenerife chipi-chipi meaning and origin This morning started with light drizzle, or as our neighbour calls it: chipi-chipi.It’s not an official Spanish word you learn in school, but local slang from the Canary Islands and Latin America. It sounds far more cheerful than the standard...
An ocean of tasks and to-do’s Every entrepreneur knows the feeling: overflowing inboxes, invoices waiting to be handled, tasks you keep postponing. It often feels like an ocean of to-do’s you need to navigate. One small detail can tip the balance between clarity and chaos. Virtual Assistant tasks...
As a child, we had a babysitter, Annemie, who came to read us stories on weekends.I hung on her every word. When I learned to read myself, I devoured books. Each story felt like a window to a world beyond my own little circle. When I later moved abroad, it wasn’t the furniture or clothes that were...
Freelancer As an entrepreneur you probably know the feeling: endless to-do lists, limited time and a business that demands your constant attention. Yet hiring a full-time employee can feel like a big leap, both financially and practically. That’s where a Virtual Assistant (VA) comes in: flexible,...
Small cars, big love Big SUV Have you noticed? Cars are getting bigger and wider every year.So big that they barely fit into parking spots anymore. And don’t even get me started on underground garages, you practically need acrobatic skills to get out without scratching the doors. I couldn’t help...
Tranquila, señora life in Tenerife Yesterday it happened… I missed my dentist appointment.Fifteen minutes before the appointment, completely stressed out, I sent a message saying I wouldn’t make it. Instant panic mode: “Help! A missed appointment! Will I get a fine? Can I even book another one?” I...