Hello, fabulous!

Got your coffee? Tea? Lanikai Margarita? Perfect, let's chat!

Welcome! I’m Sandra, a 40+ Puerto Rican soccer mom who’s been hitched to the #besthusbandever since the late 1900. My life is a mega whirlwind of keeping up with a teen Snarkashian and managing two yappy Poms who think they run the house (they do).

With my besties an ocean away and my German language skills still in hiding, I found myself seriously hankering for a creative outlet with some feel-good adult connection thrown in. Voilà, Sandrapop was born!

Sandrapop is the fun-filled “blog” I wanted to build for years, but didn’t know how until Substack came along. It’s my way to bring more joy, camaraderie, and fun into our lives and, hopefully, the weekly burst of positivity and community that you’ll soon wonder how you ever lived without!

I’ll be serving up a mix of colorful curated content, (mostly) happy stories, super helpful tips, and plenty of lighthearted fun—always with side of sass and a cheeky little wink.

Topics will range wildly.

• Are you obsessed with the color turquoise? I have a post for that.

• Do you want to cry reading an email I sent to my third-grade teacher in 2011? I have a post for that.

• Would you like gift idea recommendations for Mother’s Day that real people can actually afford? I have a post for that too.

Sandrapop is also the spot to connect with some seriously awesome people.

When you subscribe to Sandrapop, you’re not just subscribing to another newsletter—you’re joining an amazing, uplifting community that will:

• help you find your perfect shade of red lipstick

• share recipes so good, your family will be begging for more

• write poems that speak to your soul and find a place in your journal

• show you how to make a “ta-da list” that will cheer you up

• reach out when you’re MIA to let you know you’re missed

• celebrate with you that you have the #besthusbandever

• send you love and support when you’re missing someone special

I’m a BIG believer that you don’t always need gravitas to make an impact—lifting people up and building connections is just as powerful.

So whether you’re looking to escape the daily grind, grab a bit of colorful inspiration, or share a laugh with people who actually get your sense of humor, well, guess what!?

You’re in the right place and I’m soooooo glad you’re here!

For now, all content is free, to include any digital downloads I make. Designing on Canva is a relaxing hobby for me, so if inspiration hits then you luck out!

In the future, I may add affiliate links to product recommendations because if I’m going to share and you’re going to shop ANYWAY, then why not make it mutually beneficial!? If I go this route, I’ll make sure affiliate posts are clear.

For now, if you want to be a part of building the Sandrapop community, the subscription is $30 annual (the lowest price Substack let’s me set) and comes with my undying love and gratitude!

So are you ready to add some major feel-good vibes to your day? Go ahead and smash that subscribe button. You deserve it.

🎁 Bonus: You’ll also get five super sassy coffee recipe cards that are guaranteed to make you smile when you wake up looking like the Crypt Keeper at 5am on a Monday morning. Frame them, laminate them, give them to a friend. You’re welcome.

I would describe myself as a “curious chameleon”. You know, the one who describes herself as multi-passionate because she loves ALL the things and gets along with pretty much everyone!? Yeah. That’s me.

I’m most myself when I’m hanging out with my closest friends, laughing until our sides are screaming in pain. The calorie burn is fantastic and so are the memories.

I’m most known for my “bubbly” personality. A long time ago, someone mentioned to a friend of mine that my bubbly nature wasn't their cup of tea. I’ve always thought how sad for them—they missed out on a great friendship!

My family and friends would say I’m a social butterfly. I'm all about lifting people up, shining a light on their best qualities—stuff they often overlook themselves. Giving out compliments makes MY day.

My idea of a perfect day would be any day I can hug my mom. I left home at 18 and haven't lived close by since, but our weekend phone chats? Those are sacred.

When I’m not working, you can find me lost in a book, falling down the Instagram travel hole, Netflixing with my #besthusbandever or trying to convince my 18-year-old son that I am, in fact, cool enough to hang out with.

Notes My Heart Wrote

Embarking on Eudaimonia; with Sandra Serrano, author of Sandrapop

Sandra writes Sandrapop, ‘a place that's less like a newsletter and more like a slumber party for those of us who love coffee, creativity and connection.’ On top of the joyful conversation she generously gives away coffee and shares her Canva creations…

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7 months ago · 4 likes · 5 comments · Ta Hiron and Sandra Serrano

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I bet you’re dying to know where the name “Sandrapop” came from, aren’t you? Well, back in the olden days of the late 20th century, my then-boyfriend/now husband used to lovingly call me his “piece of paradise”.

In typical 90s man fashion, he shortened it to “pop”, slapped it onto the back of my name and creatively created my very first email handle. The secret superhero identity I never knew I needed was born, and my virtual life has never been the same.