I thought I did this every year. Looking through my old posts, apparently I don't. In light of recent events, I was compelled to really reflect on what I'm thankful for this year.
1. Family - Even though I always have drama w/family (extended, that is), I am grateful to have my mom, dad, sister and brothers. I love them all immensely, and no matter what they're mine :) My sister puts up with my daily antics and my parents have really started to support me in my new job.
2. The people I claim as Family - I have family friends who I can honestly say are my family. These are the people that just have taken me into their households and pretty much adopted me into their lives. The Wada and the Perez families are both my 2nd family. They have always accepted me for who I am without reserve, and I can not express my never ending gratitude for all they have done for me. It has been far too long since I have visited, and I promise to get up there soon!
3. Friends, both new and old - People come in and out of your life everyday. Some are just meant to just hang around for a while and then leave, while others have a permanent spot in your life. Others just take without giving and others give without ever asking for a thing in return. At the end of the day, a friend is a friend. I love the ones I have. I am very particular about the company I keep, and I must say, the company that is around me right now is awesome! This is my thank you to the people who put up with me and just accept and love my for who I am. You can't pick your family;but my frieds - y'all CHOOSE to be around me, and for that I am grateful.
4. My Job - For those who know (and those who don't) I am now a full time make up artist. This job means so much to me because it came at such a perfect time. I was not happy where I was in so many different ways, and this job just presented itself like it was fate - it was just made to happen. I have one of those jobs where I am glad to go in (most days) and I am truly happy to be there. i LOVE what i do. I have amazing co - workers, some of which have become awesome friends. Also, I feel like I have found something I am really passionate about. Don't get me wrong, music will always be one of my many loves, but right now this is just where I need to be, and I can't wait to see where this job will lead me.
5. The Basics - I have a roof over my head, in more than one location. I have people in my life that I love and love me in return. I'm healthy. I love my pets, and I think they love me back, haha. I have a job that pays the bills and I am happy. These are the little things people can forget that I am thankful to have.
So there it is, a couple of things that I am thankful for. To all, I hope this day is full of love and happiness. What are some of the things you are thankful for?
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Friday, April 8, 2011
Living my life in 30 days..
If March 2011 was your last month to live, how would you live it?
I would just try to spend it with the people I love. There would be lots of travelling, and I would quit my job. I would say my goodbyes in VA, and then I would spend sometime in NJ/NY. being around the people I grew up with. Then I would probably spend the last two weeks exploring London. I turned 18 in London, and always vowed to come back. Also when I went at 18, it was a bittersweet trip. Too much drama tainted the trip and strained a lot of the friendships I had at the time. So this time I would try to get as many people that I loved to London with me and enjoy it the way I was supposed to back when I was a teenager.
I would just try to spend it with the people I love. There would be lots of travelling, and I would quit my job. I would say my goodbyes in VA, and then I would spend sometime in NJ/NY. being around the people I grew up with. Then I would probably spend the last two weeks exploring London. I turned 18 in London, and always vowed to come back. Also when I went at 18, it was a bittersweet trip. Too much drama tainted the trip and strained a lot of the friendships I had at the time. So this time I would try to get as many people that I loved to London with me and enjoy it the way I was supposed to back when I was a teenager.
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Two Months In...
One month into 2011, what question(s) are you living? Are there any prompts/questions that arose during #reverb10 that are still resonating in your life? Are you living new questions?
What questions am I living... I guess whats next, or when will i catch a break? It has been a struggle with a couple of things in my life when it came to work, but I feel that things will finally be looking up soon.
What questions am I living... I guess whats next, or when will i catch a break? It has been a struggle with a couple of things in my life when it came to work, but I feel that things will finally be looking up soon.
Monday, January 3, 2011
Don't call it a resolution.
I have always believe that one should not carry baggage into the new year. I am not thinking that 201 is going to be better than 2010 or anything like that; I just like a clean slate. There's no clutter when there's nothing there quite yet to clutter your path to the end of the year. Do I have resolutions? Not exactly. There are things I want to improve, but one I put a label such as resolution, its just reason for me to break it. I simply put it as something I need to do. So here are some of the things I would like to work on during the upcoming year.
1) Read more and educate myself. - I was walking in a bookstore pointing out books about topics I used to know. Another day I was talking to a volunteer at work about one of my favorite books, but couldn't recall certain events. I miss learning. I haven't really educated myself for fun in a really long time. Now's the time to start.
2) Being on time for work EVERY TIME - thats a work in progress
3) Spend more time with the people I love - I need to stop being a hermit so much.
4) Work even more on myself - This means a bunch of things, but you get the gist. I want to work on all of me. Emotionally & Physically.
5) Develop my intuition more - who wants card readings? :)
6) HAVE AN AWESOME TIME IN VEGAS.
7) Write more. - Not just on here, just write to write.
Those are a few things. Above all else, I just want to be happy and heading towards the goals I have for myself. Heres to a clean slate. Now I must get ready to go to the airport. Sends lots of positive energy so I can win big! Happy New Year everyone!
1) Read more and educate myself. - I was walking in a bookstore pointing out books about topics I used to know. Another day I was talking to a volunteer at work about one of my favorite books, but couldn't recall certain events. I miss learning. I haven't really educated myself for fun in a really long time. Now's the time to start.
2) Being on time for work EVERY TIME - thats a work in progress
3) Spend more time with the people I love - I need to stop being a hermit so much.
4) Work even more on myself - This means a bunch of things, but you get the gist. I want to work on all of me. Emotionally & Physically.
5) Develop my intuition more - who wants card readings? :)
6) HAVE AN AWESOME TIME IN VEGAS.
7) Write more. - Not just on here, just write to write.
Those are a few things. Above all else, I just want to be happy and heading towards the goals I have for myself. Heres to a clean slate. Now I must get ready to go to the airport. Sends lots of positive energy so I can win big! Happy New Year everyone!
Friday, December 31, 2010
So what am I trying to say?
December 31 – Core Story What central story is at the core of you, and how do you share it with the world? (Bonus: Consider your reflections from this month. Look through them to discover a thread you may not have noticed until today.)
When I first saw this prompt, I thought it would be really difficult to really find out what my core story is. I was thinking "oh, I'm only 23, I don't have one yet. I'm still trying to find out what I still want out of life." Then I thought about all my posts from the last month and my core story became clear.
My central story is about knowing yourself. This year has been full of learning about the person who should mean the most to me: me. No matter how many people come in and out of your life, you go to bed with yourself every night. Who would want to share a bed with a stranger? I feel that getting to know yourself and discovering who you are brings out a whole other side to you. A new self confidence takes over because you are more in tune with your wants and needs. A new awareness of yourself worth allows you to never settle for less and strut the streets like you know what you're doing - even though you may not have a clue. You leave your baggage and hang ups at the door and just step into a new you.
Working on who you are has been something that I have been doing since 2010 started and it really has made me into the person I want to be. I mean, we all have times where our self confidence is not exceptionally high, but knowing YOU allows to become a lot more resilient in my opinion. I purposefully stopped being interested in a romantic relationship to really gain a better sense of self and to learn that I don't need a relationship or a significant other in order to feel complete; all I need is myself and the support of my friends and family.
How do I share this with the world? By simply loving myself and being confident. When you respect yourself and carry yourself in a way that makes you happy, people notice. You may not think so, but they do. I was talking to a friend the other day and she stated that I can look good in just about anything because I have the confidence to pull it off. I disagreed, but maybe she has a point. If you think you look good, you DO look good (unless you're in jeggings; just kidding). Also giving advice when people ask for it. I tell them the story of my journey and how its really put a spin on my life for the better.
So the moral of the story is as follow: Know thyself. Get to know yourself, but also remember there is ALWAYS room for improvement. It'll make you happier, but if it doesn't, change it; make it for the better, and the new year is the perfect time to do so.
So hats off to 2010, and here's to whats to come in 2011.
Happy New Year.
When I first saw this prompt, I thought it would be really difficult to really find out what my core story is. I was thinking "oh, I'm only 23, I don't have one yet. I'm still trying to find out what I still want out of life." Then I thought about all my posts from the last month and my core story became clear.
My central story is about knowing yourself. This year has been full of learning about the person who should mean the most to me: me. No matter how many people come in and out of your life, you go to bed with yourself every night. Who would want to share a bed with a stranger? I feel that getting to know yourself and discovering who you are brings out a whole other side to you. A new self confidence takes over because you are more in tune with your wants and needs. A new awareness of yourself worth allows you to never settle for less and strut the streets like you know what you're doing - even though you may not have a clue. You leave your baggage and hang ups at the door and just step into a new you.
Working on who you are has been something that I have been doing since 2010 started and it really has made me into the person I want to be. I mean, we all have times where our self confidence is not exceptionally high, but knowing YOU allows to become a lot more resilient in my opinion. I purposefully stopped being interested in a romantic relationship to really gain a better sense of self and to learn that I don't need a relationship or a significant other in order to feel complete; all I need is myself and the support of my friends and family.
How do I share this with the world? By simply loving myself and being confident. When you respect yourself and carry yourself in a way that makes you happy, people notice. You may not think so, but they do. I was talking to a friend the other day and she stated that I can look good in just about anything because I have the confidence to pull it off. I disagreed, but maybe she has a point. If you think you look good, you DO look good (unless you're in jeggings; just kidding). Also giving advice when people ask for it. I tell them the story of my journey and how its really put a spin on my life for the better.
So the moral of the story is as follow: Know thyself. Get to know yourself, but also remember there is ALWAYS room for improvement. It'll make you happier, but if it doesn't, change it; make it for the better, and the new year is the perfect time to do so.
So hats off to 2010, and here's to whats to come in 2011.
Happy New Year.
Gifts.
December 30 – Gift Prompt: Gift. This month, gifts and gift-giving can seem inescapable. What’s the most memorable gift, tangible or emotional, you received this year?
The funny thing is, my most memorable gift that I have been given this year I have not yet experienced. A couple days after the new year, my family and I will be taking a family vacation to Las Vegas. This will be our first time ever to be in Vegas and also our first real family vacation in almost 10 years. Mom and dad were nice enough to book the trip in honor of my graduation and my sisters 21st birthday. We have been talking about this trip since we booked it back in August, and have been growing more and more excited as it gets closer. I have plans to take my sister to a karaoke bar for the first time, actually drink with my parents, and gamble for the first time. I know that this trip will bring us closer together as a family and will be a trip to remember.
...I really guess parents do give their kids the best gifts.
The funny thing is, my most memorable gift that I have been given this year I have not yet experienced. A couple days after the new year, my family and I will be taking a family vacation to Las Vegas. This will be our first time ever to be in Vegas and also our first real family vacation in almost 10 years. Mom and dad were nice enough to book the trip in honor of my graduation and my sisters 21st birthday. We have been talking about this trip since we booked it back in August, and have been growing more and more excited as it gets closer. I have plans to take my sister to a karaoke bar for the first time, actually drink with my parents, and gamble for the first time. I know that this trip will bring us closer together as a family and will be a trip to remember.
...I really guess parents do give their kids the best gifts.
Defining defining moments
December 29 – Defining Moment Describe a defining moment or series of events that has affected your life this year. (Author: Kathryn Fitzmaurice)
I graduated college. It took long enough, but it feels pretty good.
When I learned that I could actually read Tarot cards. Learning about my intuition has really helped me this year.
I was on the radio and on the local news in one summer. This made me want to get into voice over.
My fraternity received the most improved chapter within our district. This was the first district award that we had ever received.
My best friend left the country to go to school. It was difficult at first, but I have learned a lot about friendship through this experience.
I met some people that I know are going to be a part of my life for a very long time and I am very grateful for that.
There have been some moments during 2010 that I'll never forget. These are the ones that have helped shape who I am.
I graduated college. It took long enough, but it feels pretty good.
When I learned that I could actually read Tarot cards. Learning about my intuition has really helped me this year.
I was on the radio and on the local news in one summer. This made me want to get into voice over.
My fraternity received the most improved chapter within our district. This was the first district award that we had ever received.
My best friend left the country to go to school. It was difficult at first, but I have learned a lot about friendship through this experience.
I met some people that I know are going to be a part of my life for a very long time and I am very grateful for that.
There have been some moments during 2010 that I'll never forget. These are the ones that have helped shape who I am.
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