📝 Episode Description:What happens when two college roommates reunite in Portugal after thirty years of friendship? You get sangria under sombreros, dance floors on Pink Street, and a little wisdom wrapped in gin and nostalgia.

In this episode, I take you through five unforgettable days with my friend Kristina — from the castles of Sintra to the karaoke bars of Albufeira — and reflect on friendship, memory, and the absurd beauty of showing up for each other across time and distance.

This one’s for anyone who’s ever needed a lifeline, a laugh, or just a good margarita recipe (without Triple Sec).

Mentioned in this episode:– Pena Palace and the mystery cafeteria– The stag at Pensão Amor– Graceland, The Cranberries, and why Zombie is stuck in our heads– What thirty years of friendship can teach you about life, laughter, and letting go

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