Happy Independence Day

It's been a while since I've written something...life seems to get busier and busier no matter how proactive I try to be in my daily doings. Today is extra special because we reflect upon the sacrifices that were made by those who went before us. God Bless the USA is absolutely right. God Bless those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. As Christians we celebrate our freedom through the blood that was shared on the cross. We may not be perfect but we carry a hope within our heart that nobody can comprehend unless they too carry his love in their heart too. Today I thank the men and women who have sacrificed to make this country great...and I thank my sweet Lord for loving me...all of me...unconditionally.

Reflections

Driving up to LA today reminds me of growing up in this beautiful city of angels... We lived in Chinatown very close to Echo Park. The hill in front of our apartment over looked Dodger Stadium. They also filmed scenes from The Little Rascals there. I have such a love for this city... We did not have much back then but our little apartment overflowed with love. Now I live in the South Bay...it's cool, but it's not LA. Ive noticed that folks that have grown up in the South Bay love it. It's in there heart...they love that they live close to the beach and the cool weather. I get cold so easily, it's not ideal for me, lol. Nevertheless, the same love they have for the South Bay, is the same kinda love and loyalty I feel towards Los Angeles. It's one of a kind and I'm thankful to spend the day here today.

Memory Lane

So the last couple of weeks I have been thinking a lot about my grandparents. I miss them dearly. They left us to soon. I began to reminisce about all the great memories I had with them. I kinda tortured myself by watching old videos of what my family used to look like and then cried when the reality set back in that it would never be that way again. My grandparents were alive in my heart and their physical bodies forever gone from this earth. Yes, it is a hard pill to swallow even ten years later. But they had our sweet Lord in their hearts and I know that one day I will see them again. Till then I want to make memories that will bring a smile to their faces. Do stuff that will make them proud. I always wonder if they are proud of me? One day I will have my own kids and I will show them the videos and tell them stories of my abuelito's and what a gift they were in our life...

First Quarter

So I'm just about to complete the first quarter of the semester... Wow, it has not been an easy feat. Nevertheless, I'm enjoying the adventure. I keep reminding myself that the Lord said he won't send us more then we can handle. He must think real highly of me, lol. That was a joke.... Life is such a fun ride, today we are here, tomorrow we are over there ... I've always said I don't want to look back and say ' I should have- could have, enjoy the moment, dare to dream and run towards the dream.... You may just be pleasantly surprised

My mutts

So I have 3 rescue dogs as part of my little family. Ginger, my chihuahua, I rescued from sav-on. Astro, chow mix, I took from a family who did not understand that spaying their dog would keep her from having unwanted litters. Lastly, Dooley, puggle mix, who is on Prozac because he was abused. Last night I was all alone in the house but I felt so safe. These pups might not be the first to be picked out in a line-up of other dogs, but I'm SO thankful they are mine! They are my faithful guardians, lol. Kinda like my father in heaven. I'm not perfect, I have some bruises and scars, I deal with things just like everybody else. But he loves me regardless....

Pre game show

Today I woke up before anybody else did. I took the time to marvel at God's goodness and all he has created . Life is such an amazing journey. It's a ride that I never want to disembark from...in less than 2 weeks I start a new semester...I'm on too make new memories! Technically, my senior year at DH! I'm now scrambling around buying back to school clothes and supplies! Kick off time is in exactly 12 days!!!

It was a wacky weekend

I love being on winter break from school, gives me a lot of time to goof off