Inspiration at its finest...

So Christmas is over... a month of hustle and bustle for one day that ends as quick as it begins. Now don't get me wrong I love Christmas, it is the one time of the year that encourages giving more than recieving (for the most part). Well Christmas has changed for me since I have gotten older. First of all, I no longer make a list of things I "gotta have", now it is just things that I need (of course there are some wants here and there). Second, now I enjoy the things around the holidays that are more intangible (family, friends, "the small things"). Third I have a better understanding of the phrase it is better to give than to receive. I guess I am beginning to learn again the "true meaning of Christmas"( no matter how cliche it sounds).
So I am a sucker for giving gifts and this year I felt "inspired" to give picture frames with pictures in them. For me it was like giving memories in a decorative frame. Well it was a good idea at the time so I thought but my gift didn't go over to well with some people. At first I thought it was because they didn't like the gift but that was not the case. Although the picture frames and pictures were a nice gesture; everyone is not me and they might not like the reminence on the "memories" as much as I do (I love pictures and picture frames). This helped me learn when you give you have to think about the person you are giving the gift to. Since it is something that is for them it must fit their style. In the past years I have picked some gifts out and they went over very well, why? Because I catered to the needs/wants of that particular person. So what does this tell me, while it is the thought that counts, make sure you are thinking about what really counts.
Sometimes it is the small things in life that make the best gifts. Don't just limit your gift-giving to a certain day in the year, all year around is a good time. And sometimes your presence is more valuable than any present. ;-]

Home for the Holidays!

While talking to my friend for two hours I realized that Christmas is a time for friends and family. Although sometimes these are the people that annoy you the most, they are also the people who will be there for you the most. They shape and mold you into the ulimate person that you will become. So enjoy ( and cherish) them this Christmas!

Fighter for Love...(and everything else)

It has come to my attention that I am not a fighter when it comes to love (or even “like”) it seems like it is one of those impossible task that will never happen (even though I have the Ultimate Fighter on my team). It’s like I take no as the answer and go on my way but I have changed my mind when it comes to this philosophy. Just think if everyone in the world took on this philosophy when it came to love (or “like”), to just give up when they heard no. Oh what a world that would be. I think that half the time it is our own fear that keeps us from being a fighter for love (and "like"). Fear of what you might ask? Well for me (and almost everyone else), rejection. Fear that the person just might not feel the same way and we might have put ourselves out there just to get hurt or so it seems. So what’s a girl (and guy) to do? Be a fighter! Go get what you want and keep fighting until you get it. Those who take a backseat to love (or potential "love"), take a backseat to life.
So don’t be afraid to “Take it to the Head” when it comes to love (or well you know) because it is okay to want a “Strong Man (or woman)”. “And I am telling you” take on the persistent attitude, they’ll appreciate it. And if that is too much for them to handle then they’ll soon learn their lesson: “How does it feel”. I say all this to say if you are “Interested” then don’t be afraid. Just remember “Love will be Waiting at Home”.

Those who take a backseat to love (or potential "love"), take a backseat to life; you will always be watching others drive. Drivers wanted. :-D

Talent...What is yours?

A while ago I had a problem I couldn't figure out what my talents were. I mean I knew I had some but I just couldn't express exactly what they were. Well after much thought (and I guess a bit of soul searching) I am started to realize what they really were. They include writing, advicing and one of my favorites, cooking. So you can guess that tonight when I got the opportunity to cater a party for my mom I was delighted. I love to cook with a passion and I am so blessed to have the ability to do it.

Tonight's Menu:
Spinach and Artichoke dip with tortilla chips
Broccoli Quiche
Chicken Salad with assorted crackers
Fresh fruit salad
Mini cheesecakes
Little individual cakes with different fillings and toppings
Stuffed mushrooms
Apple cider
Sparkling Punch

Someday I may open a restaurant with my friend Mellena (who is going to culinary school, I am so proud). But until then... what is your talent? Think. Learn. Lead. ;-)

Oh so wise...

That I am!

"On the Real" (Honesty...the best policy)

Is honesty really the best policy? This semester has led me to believe that it is. I have always thought of myself as an honest person when it comes to things in general. Unfornately when it comes to my true feelings, being able to fully express what I need, I have not been completely honest with myself or others. I know what I want and sometimes I expect others to know what I want to but that is impossible unless I speak up. So now is the time for me to speak up because if I don't...well who knows but I just want to get this off my chest. I always thought that I could keep my feelings trapped inside and turn them on and off as I please but I have quickly learned that this is not the case. Keeping feelings bottled up inside only makes you want to explode. And even if those feelings aren't reciprocated at least you can rest easy knowing that you did your part. All I feel is regret everytime I have the chance to say (or do) something but I don't so from now on honesty will be my policy. ;-D

Here is the song to go along with this blog entry (I almost forgot about this song):
"Time" by: Musiq Soulchild
[Verse 1]I'd like to take a minute to apologizeFor not taking advantage of you
Through all the years you've passed me by
Honestly I really wanted to be mad at you, yes
For so many hours waiting, yeahI finally know what it means to be patient
And everything has its place, yeahAnd reason and I've learned that
[Chorus]Time waits for nothing
And everything is gonna take its time for it to happen
Time waits for nothing
And everything is gonna take its time
Time waits for nothing and no one
Cause everything has its time
[Verse 2]I used to think that if I tried
Then maybe I could change the things thatI regretted in my past life
But through all the lessons that you taught me
I have learned my experiences enhanced my character, yes
Now as I look back with what I know nowI can say that I wouldn't change a thing
Cause I love who I became, yeah
And when it's all said and doneI can only live for today
Cause I've learned that
[Bridge]I used to find it hard to believe
And almost impossible to conceive, yeah
Everything I do revolves around you
And knowing that, its kind crazy to me
Now if I had a dollar for every moment
That I spent watching my days go by
Doing, doing, doing nothingI probably never be penniless or hopeless.
[Verse 3]So for a while now, I've kept in mind
Cause what they say is trueThat you are of the essence
Down to the very last secondAnd I'm so glad that I've grown to
Respect you

"On the Real"

I am emotional and physical drained and very ready to go home. I like gaining all this knowledge but I need a break. Only 8 days until a little rest and relaxation. Talk about thankful. School is the least of my concern, I know the Lord will help me. But it is the other things in life that I keep dragging myself into that is taking the biggest toll on me. Well as long as God is with me who can be against me. NO ONE!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KELLIE!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU! HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAREST REQUEL! HAPPY BIRHDAY TO YOU!

HOW OLD ARE YOU? HOW OLD ARE YOU? HOW OLD ARE YOU? HOW OLD ARE YOU!

CUMPLEANOS FELIZ! CUMPLEANOS FELIZ! CUMPLEANOS FELIZ! CUMPLEANOS MI ENCANTA! CUMPLEANOS FELIZ! (Please excuse broken and incorrect spanish, I am a beginner)

WISH YOU ALL THE BEST GIRL!

Pondering on Love

" Love begins with a smile, grows with a kiss, and ends with a teardrop. "- Anonymous

"An ounce of emotion is equal to a ton of facts." - John Junor

"Love is not always black and white, it is those gray areas that make all the difference." -Jailyn Stone

"We love because it's the only true adventure." - Nikki Giovanni

" We come to love not by finding a perfect person, but by learning to see an imperfect person perfectly. "- Anonymous

" You can never give too much love" -Jailyn Stone

" There is only one kind of love, but there are a thousand imitations. "- Francois de La Rouchefoucauld

"We cease loving ourselves if no one loves us." - Mme de Stael

"Hatred paralyzes life; love releases it. Hatred confuses life; love harmonizes it. Hatred darkens life; love illumines it." - Martin Luther King, Jr. (1929-1968)

Spread more love it is the only thing that there is just too little of. Nite.