What's going on?

What's going on?

Do you sometimes have conflicting thoughts in your mind as to what you want to do and what you should do? What about the fact that sometimes the idea of something sounds great but you may not actually want to pursue it? Which voice do you listen to? Your gut instinct or your logical reasoning? HHMMM ... God are you listening? I know you are, but can you show me clearer direction? I will pray. Feeling a lonely feeling inside ... I need to pray.

Future Plans

I have joy to share with you! The leaves are even more beautiful now as they turn more different colors.

Halloween is almost upon us, we're having a costume contest at work tomorrow and I have a great costume idea. I will not reveal it until tomorrow.

 

I hope it works out - exciting!

 

On another note, I've been thinking about my future and I think I have a plan! As soon as it's definite I will post it here. I know that the career that I'm in is just for now and I've been trying to figure out what I want to do as my full time job. I feel that my calling is in Healthcare so that's the route that I'm taking and it feels right. This will take a few more years of school to complete, but it will be worth it. Thank you God in showing me the direction in which I'm meant to go.

 

More on Future Plans soon...

 

 

 

Make Happy ~ Be Happy!

I called Grandma today to let her and grandpa know that we purchased our tickets to go over there for the holidays! She was so happy to hear that! She's such a happy woman...sometimes I just think of her and call her...she gets so happy.  

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If you think of someone - call them

If you love someone - tell them

If you miss someone - hug them

If you love someone - show it

Be there for your loved ones ... they will be there for you...

Life is short, don't let it pass you by... take a minute to relax and appreciate each and every thing around you big or small - watch and see how time slows down for you to enjoy it a bit.

Every person counts, how will you let them know that they are a special part of your life? It doesn't matter if they even notice - you will know the difference and that should make all the difference.

How do you feel about yourself as a person standing here on Earth? Only you can make yourself the person you would like to be - so don't just stand there and do it. No one is going to do it for you. Are you happy? Let it shine through and spread your joy.

Wake up happy, go to bed content, Thank God for all the gifts he has given you. Pray for the answers that you seek and they shall be revealed by the Lord. 

Have your goals, plan the steps to get there, and act on starting on your path. Research, Plan, Execute.

Well, that's all for today!

Do you know me?

The leaves are beautifully changing as they make the sunrise and sunset that much more breath-taking. I am reminded that my favorite holidays are close by; Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's. It will be a special one this year - its been about 4-5 years since I've spent the holidays with my immediate family and I'm looking forward to it for Christmas and New Year's.

Every minute is special - make it count. Thank you lord for the family in my life. Just wanted to give a special shout-out to hubby today. He's my number 1 and knows me in and out. He makes me stronger and is there with input when I need it. He's my best friend, my soul mate - he gets me... always and everyday. He knows what I like, what I dislike, what I love... when I'm blue I don't even have to say anything - he just knows and knows what to do. Like Ying and Yang...like the piece that completes my puzzle. I'm happy and content to share this with you and wish the same for everyone.

How well do you really know me?

I consider myself a strong, confident, and independent woman...

Loving, Caring, expecting the same in return.

Family First always is what I learned from my mother.

True love has been proven by my soul mate who is my husband and best friend.

A mother can be a friend, in fact she is also my best friend...my role model from youth as well.

My brother and sister need to know how much I love them - they are a part of me and who I am.

You can count on me for guidance, advice, support, and unconditional love.

Mis Abuelitos - que dios me los cuide por siempre. Tienen que saber como de especial son. Siempre feliz, carinosos y llenos de allegria - los quiero mucho.

My Dad - I've forgiven you and love you and will continue to build our bond.

Abuelos (paternal)- Penas que no los llegue a conocer mas, espero que esten en paz en el cielo con Dios...los amo. 

Hermana Mayor - Ojala que nos mantenemos en contacto por siempre ahora y por siempre. Te amo.

Sobrinas - Las quiero mucho, son buenas, hermosas y que siempre tenga lo que es necesario en la vida: dios, familia, amor y salud.

My mother and father-in-law - they show me unconditional love and for that I am thankful, thank you for treating me like your own. I love you guys always!

Titi - I can't forget about you! My Godmother and aunt - you also 'get' me. We do have a special connection that I can't deny. Love you!

Cousins, Brother-in-law, sisters-in-law - Remember you hold a special place in my heart always.

God Bless the Kiddies - Joshua, Sebastian, Jessie, Jayden, and all!!

These are my most intimate thoughts that go through my mind day and night I hope that my love for everyone around me shines through.

I'm not perfect, I have my doubts an insecurities - but this blog post today is not about that at all. XOXO

Spread love, Hope for peace, let yourself be heard...

Yes, You Can Direct Your Life

'Direct' your life as you want it to play out.

I'm not always as direct as I know I can be - I don't know if it's because I want to avoid any chance of conflict or because I assume that someone's on the same page as me - but I want to try to always be direct and receive the same in return. This is the only way to see things clearly and know more or less that the outcome will be clear. I can sometimes be spontaneous, but I am a planner at heart with everything that I do. I plan "empty" slots to leave room for spontaneity sometimes - LMAO - even I find this funny! But when I'm on a planned mission - there's no stopping me. I believe that's a positive asset; to be goal-oriented almost always. I like having long-term and short-term goals and re-evaluate them every now and then if necessary. Before, when I didn't plan, I felt like I was just taking a stroll, going through the motions and watching the time go by. Ever since I started directing my life, I've stopped to smell the 'coffee', enjoyed family-quality time and just the little things in life that I used to take for granted. I do feel like I live my life to the fullest and I will keep pushing myself to do anything that I set my mind to!

In writing this and in my life (in general), I hope to only motivate others and be a positive influence. Ask if you want to know.

Just a few things that I don't like to get caught up in - not that I don't do it - but I try not to and don't enjoy the feeling it leaves me with afterwards... gossip, heavy mockery to myself or others, out casting, asinine arguing, dishonesty ... anything negative. I try to stay away from negative energy. I'm also a very defensive person and need to learn how to knock down my wall - I need to let things go and not let things get to me. I think its that I get overwhelmed and don't know how to respond. I must practice trying to ignore it and just let it roll off my back. When I respond, its because I feel negative energy coming at me - I'll practice ducking and not let it penetrate my positive energy bubble. :)

As I've mentioned before =  POSITIVITY : POWER ... I truly believe in this.


I AM ME :) - Take me as I am, Love me as I am - I do.

I've been reading "The Alchemist" and it's about a shepherd boy on his mission to finding what his "Personal Legend" is - what he's meant to do in life. The author discusses "omens" (signs) that will lead the boy to finding the answer to his life's quest. I'm three-quarters of the way done with the book and I'm really enjoying it. It's synonymous to my quest in life. I would recommend it. Can't wait to see how the story ends!




Future Topic: Budgeting is for Everyone

Una Experencia Maravillosa

Going to Puerto Rico was wonderful. Some of my favorite events were outdoors with nature - especially El Yunque Rainforest as well as swimming in the Mosquito Bioluminescent Bay at Vieques Island. What a trip! My ideal vacation includes awaking early enough to enjoy each and everyday to the fullest - it just makes the days seem longer which is the best feeling when on vacation. Starting off the mornings with PR's finest Yaucono espresso-blend coffee, mmm... looking up into the sky to the bright blue and white sky hovering over the green scenery rich in fields of mountains, palm trees, and the ocean. Then breathing in the fresh clear air of the Caribbean. This experience brings an overflowing feeling of peacefullness and joy; it feels so good and so right. We enjoyed some time with my cousins and cousin's husband as they joined us in PR from NY. It was great seeing my older sister that lives in PR as well as my 2 nieces there. I was also able to meet my husband's grandfather, aunts, uncles, and cousins for the first time and got to see his grandmother and aunt again. I enjoyed visiting family from our homeland. I will miss them and I will miss Puerto Rico ... I hope to go back soon...Te amo Puerto Rico.

Seek Answers from Within

Don’t take things for granted, be thankful for every little thing in life and realize that every little event counts. Your small decisions can affect your ‘big picture’ as well. Think things through logically or at least try. Emotions may get in the way of decision making - but try to think outside the box as if you were on the outside looking into a situation – what does it look like? What should be done? What’s the right thing to do? Go with your gut feeling and ask God to guide you. Do you walk in the light of God? I will continue to try as best I can.

I just opened a (mini) bible of Psalms and Proverbs that I have on my desk (New Testament). Here’s what I saw first:

“By faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that the things which are seen were not made of things which are visible.” Hebrews 11:3

Communication:

It’s always good to talk things through…yelling, confusion or miscommunication can lead to arguments and disappointment. Ask questions to get to the root of what the issue is, then try to think first… even if you need a few minutes, it’s ok say that. Then come back and ask the other person if it’s ok to discuss the issue again. Ask the right questions to gain clarity. Try not to be quick to judge. Try to reverse the situation and ask yourself this – are you acting rationally?  Let the other person explain. This is not easy, it must be practiced over and over until you get better.

“…to the moon and back…” 10/6/2010

I love you to the moon and back…that’s what we say (mom, bro, sis) – we’ve said it to my little sister since she was a toddler and now we still say it to each other (she’s 15). I heard it in a movie about years ago and it stuck. I say it to hubby too! I love this saying – it truly means a lot to me. My sun, my moon, and my stars that’s what my loved ones mean to me; they will always be there through the brightness and darkness and can help you navigate through the right path with encouragement and support.

XOXO

Part II - 10/5/2010

Motivate!

Sometimes I feel down because of trivial things. I do consider myself a positive person most times, but with myself I’m not always a positive motivator. I need to remind myself of a few things when I’m feeling low - here they are:

I AM important enough to matter, so I will make sure that I’m heard.

I AM surrounded by people who love, care and support me.

I DO love myself as the way God created me. (I LOVE ME : I LOVE GOD!)

I AM a strong woman

I AM different

I CAN make a difference

And if someone in my life doesn’t feel this way about me than I may need to cut them out of my life. I know this sounds drastic, but it’s not worth the energy it takes to become stressed. I have distanced myself from negativity in my life and will continue to do so as needed. I will continue to try to help people see the positive in things, in life – I will try – so help me God. They are important enough to matter – they are worth it too.

Feel free to apply the above motivators to yourself as well because you ARE worth it!

Armor - 10/5/2010

Mom sent me her notes today from Sunday service and they discussed our armor; how to recognize evil and shield yourself from it and overcome it by looking to God. “Be aware that temptation leads to battle to do something wrong as well as distraction and doubts [open the bible and read].” It’s funny because this morning I was going to say something that I shouldn’t ... and I just started sneezing out of no where! I took that as a sign. It made me second think was I was about to say, thought about the armor discussion, and I wound up not saying anything. It felt like the right thing to do – which is great! Deep down in side I knew that I shouldn’t but I was ‘tempted’ to.

Interested things and new discoveries happen everyday – look within you and look to God.

 Looking forward to starting to pack for PR and revise my checklist of things to take and things to do! 3 day countdown!

CRAZY Weekend! - 10/4/2010

So excited for our vacation on Friday to Puerto Rico – Can’t wait! Hope can don’t get sick, I feel a cold coming on. I will fight it until the end. I feel like this weekend flew by and I didn’t even get any of my personal things accomplished. I have 3 days to get ready and the fourth (Thursday) to finalize packing. Looking forward to the breath-taking views and being one with my land of ancestry. Also, being reunited with my nieces and sister. It’s been 9 years since I’ve seen my nieces – I do miss them – I still feel like they are little girls. They’re now (almost) 21 & 22…

Hubby & I were in NJ all day Saturday visiting my in-laws, nieces and nephews, we ran errands, and briefly (very briefly) stopped in Brooklyn to drop off some learning books for my intelligent & adorable nephew. Got home around 10:30pm. I wanted to attend service yesterday, but had 2 hair appointments that took all day. I would like to catch it tonight online (or tomorrow) – it will feel good, I know it! Please lord bless us on this journey, keep us safe, healthy and happy.

My brother got his 1^st apartment on Saturday – OH SO PROUD!! Now he’s a full blown independent adult! Independence is great, also a big responsibility that I know he can take on. I was so happy to hear and I know that he’s extremely happy about it too! Love you bro!

It’s a little chilly out now, the air is dry, Fall is upon us!

Misc 10/1/2010

Had my guitar lesson last night and I'm learning a lot! Can't wait to get better! Also, today - TGIF! One more week until VACATION! I sure can use it. I also took time today to put together some great information and a tentative itinerary for PR. This weekend will consist of cleaning up, a few errands, and some family time. Taking our lovebirds; Cocoa & Pebbles to the in-laws until we get back from PR so that they're not lonely while we're away. Will miss them! XOXO

He will endure as long as the sun, as long as the moon, through all generations. -Psalm 72:5