BALANCING LOVE, BUSINESS & ADVENTURE

Meet Esmeralda Chavez and Juan Acevedo

In a nutshell:

• How long have you been together?

Nine years

• Do you have kids?

No

• Where do you live?

Between Venezuela and USA

• What do you do for work?

We are entrepreneurs

• A fun fact about you as a couple:

We have a code name in case of an emergency

• What dynamics or rituals do you have that make you unique as a couple, and that you would recommend to others?

We sit together almost every night in the kitchen with a snack and a bottle of wine to talk and listen to music.

• What is the best way for our readers to follow or reach you?

Instagram: @decograss and @crystaldustdesigns

 

 

In today’s fast-paced world, couples often find themselves juggling personal ambitions, professional pursuits, and the challenges of staying connected. For Esmeralda Chavez and Juan Acevedo, navigating these intricacies has become an art form. Esmeralda, a vibrant jewelry designer and entrepreneur, and Juan, a nature-loving extreme sports enthusiast and businessman, share a relationship that thrives on creativity, mutual respect, and a shared love for adventure. In this candid conversation, the couple offers insights into their love story, the challenges they’ve overcome, and how they’ve managed to build a strong bond while excelling in their respective fields.

Q: Can you tell us how you first met and what first attracted you to each other?

Juan: On Esmeralda's birthday, I came uninvited with a friend of hers. I thought she was very cute, then I wrote to her on IG, and she gave me her phone number. On WhatsApp, we started talking and getting to know each other.

Sometimes the most unexpected plans come with the best surprises!

Q: We understand you met while living in different cities. How did you manage to have a long-distance relationship at the beginning?

At first it was difficult because since we didn't know each other much, we felt insecurities, but everything flowed quickly. When we finally managed to be together, we realized how good it felt.

That is the perfect description of how the time was worth the wait...

Q: What advice would you give couples facing the same circumstances?

Try to keep things as calm as possible, and if you embark on a long-distance relationship, the challenge and the key to success is to trust the other person and give your partner confidence with communication.

We love how you express your advice by considering how your partner feels rather than how you feel...

Q: We understand you both have creative passions in different fields; how does creativity fuel your relationship?

Creativity is one of our greatest bonds. We love brainstorming and giving ourselves ideas on how to improve our projects. We are both very creative but very different, so that mix makes a good combination.

You guys must have some very fun conversations…

Q: Both of you have personal brands and businesses that could benefit differently based on your location. What compromises have you made to ensure mutual success? 

Although we have several businesses, we believe that we have learned to let each other make the necessary decisions without imposing our own. We like to share ideas, but we respect the decisions that each one makes about their business.

We love how you tackle things together but still respect each other’s personal space.

Q: So, Esmeralda, what do you think makes Juan unique?

Esmeralda: Besides he is super hot, haha... His values and beliefs, his personal principles, and convictions.

Q: and Juan, what do you think makes Esmeralda unique?

Juan: Her sense of humor, she is always cheerful, and her positivism.

Q: What do you think makes your relationship unique? 

Being each other’s biggest cheerleaders and providing unwavering support through thick and thin.

Those are some beautiful #couplegoals

Q: Now, on a different note… Esmeralda, we know Juan has extreme hobbies that would make others pee their pants. How do you not freak out every time he has a new idea?

Esmeralda: At first, I lived in fear, then I saw how happy he was every time he fulfilled one of his extreme dreams. Although I still have a little fear, it is more the satisfaction of seeing him happy that fills me.

It sounds like a mantra we should all repeat to one another…

Q: Nowadays we see more couples deciding not to have kids. What do you think are the benefits of having a relationship without kids?

We believe that it is a personal decision and should be respected by others. In our case, we do want to have children, but it hasn't happened yet. In the meantime, we have two cats that we love and enjoy. Not having children until now has given us much more freedom to do more things, but if things changed, we are sure that we would travel and continue having fun with our children.

Making the most out of any experience…

Q: What values do you share, and are the foundation of your relationship?

Respect, trust, and passion.

Q: What advice or lessons have you learned from your relationship that you think could help other couples?

Patience is a fundamental virtue for relationships and achieving long-term goals.

Q: If you wanted to change the world one happy couple at a time, how would you complete the following phrase:

 

Why don’t we turn our dreams into plans?

Esmeralda and Juan’s story is one of passion, respect, and creativity. Their ability to balance their individual ambitions with a shared sense of purpose is an inspiration to any couple trying to navigate life’s many complexities. Through their candid insights and advice, they offer a fresh perspective on modern love—one that is built on mutual support, trust, and an unwavering commitment to each other’s happiness.