Day in the Life of One Woman

Recently I have been contemplating the status of relationships and how uncertainty can damage the stability and trust within the foundation.  I see it all of the time, boyfriends calling girlfriends "bitch" as if it were a nickname. The lack of respect shown between the two people make others wonder are they really "together"? How do you know you are in a committed relationship?  How do you know that you are in it together? Many times one person may feel more strongly than the other, and often times this is displayed through the lack of respect that others see. I know when my husband speaks of me he doesn't use the term bitch because we have a mutual understanding and respect for one another. Don't get me wrong in the heart of an argument we have said a thing or two that we've regretted later...but we don't call each other by those names. I just find it wrong, do these things really hurt a relationship? When a relationship is undefined it is left o...

As a busy mom with a lot on my plate, I find it hard to do my daughters long hair in cute ways.  I got tired of the simple ponytail, braid, or bun.  So I went on YouTube and found a channel called Cutegirlhairstyles.  I absolutely love the ideas that Mindy gives.  I have actually accomplished some of them...granted they don't come out exactly like hers but I am practicing anyway!  Here are some of the pics that I have of Mi Linda's hair.  I did try the waterfall braid but I'm still working on that one, it is hard to make it look right.  I have pictures but I just didn't like the way it came out.  Be on the lookout though I have more ideas that I want to try including the Rapunzel braid with flowers, and the Katniss Braid from the movie Hunger Games!!  When I "perfect" those looks I will be posting them!!  Thanks for reading and please feel free to leave a comment!! This is a 4 strand braid of braids Fishtail Braid  ...

The time to vote is coming soon, please think carefully about your decision because America's future depends on it!  I just watched the Interview with the President  on Google+ Hangouts and I must say that he is not only  handsome and debonair he is also well composed and answers all questions informatively.  I enjoyed listening to his views on foreign aid, small businesses, education and the cost of higher education, and I especially agree with his views on financial literacy for children.  Please check out the video below, arm yourself with knowledge and empower your choices for our future. Are there any issues you feel were not addressed?  Do you have any concerns with Obama's views or acts during his current term as President?  Please post comments below and let me know what you think...I too want to stay informed.

Day in the Life of One Woman: Still learning the ropes :     I am still trying to figure out how to work this blog and get it out there for the world to see!!  I am able to post links in my soc...

    I am still trying to figure out how to work this blog and get it out there for the world to see!!  I am able to post links in my social media pages like Facebook, Twitter, and Tumblr.  This is all so new to me and it is so confusing and overwhelming!!  Bear with me though...I know I'll get through this.  My tumblr blog is full of pics of my kids and family, and of all the fashion and makeup I wish I had!!  I also like to include links to interesting webpages such as the one I found today at Sassybella.com .  This website has interesting articles such as the homemade facial scrubs that I know I can afford.  I also love to read fashion mags like InStyle, they give such helpful hints and beauty tips that I wouldn't even have thought of such as: Q: How do I de-sag leather pants?  A:  Lay them flat and hold a hairdryer about 4 inches away from the baggy sections for about a minute or until you see the leather shrink.  Talk ...

I realize that I've been gone for quite sometime...but I'm back!  I have been through some experiences since I've been gone, but nothing too noteworthy.  What I want to get into now is my passion for fashion!!  I have been posting pics of my daughter and the pretty hairstyles that I've learned to create.  I have also been reblogging images of fashion and make up in my tumblr account.  I will eventually learn how to link all of my accounts (Instagram, Facebook, Tumblr, & Twitter).  Here are some of the pics you may have missed:      

Lately when I write I noticed that I have been writing about my lack of sleep and non existent energy levels.  This is starting to affect my performance in school and my everyday routine of actitvities.  So I have decided to make some small subtle changes to my diet and sleeping rhythms.  First & foremost my husband and I are (once again) giving up soda!  We are also incorporating more fresh fruits & vegetables in our meals.  We are also replacing our whites (bread, rice, pastas) with whole grain wheats (or brown rice).  My husband is limiting his tortilla consumption, which will be hard to do for him!  We are going to do everything possible to set a schedule & stick to it!  This will organize our hectic schedule and prioritize our tasks giving us free time to connect with eachother at the end of the day & get to bed early enogh to be energized in the morning.  The changes in our diet will help to counteract the lack of energy...

So I'm opening a blog with SoLatina.com and I'm super excited about it because, unlike this blog, it will be read by so many people.  The Latina community will be reading so it makes me a bit nervous to know that a group of my peers that I don't even know will be reading and critiquing my work!!  Yikes!!  My nerves are shot!  In this blog I share thoughts and feelings but I know that only people that I know are reading this (at least for now)!!  I can be myself and not worry, although I'll be doing that in my new blog I will be getting nervous!  Wish me luck everyone!!! SoLatina.com Here I come!!!

This past week it seems as I haven't baan able to sleep a winak!  I don't really know what it is thats keeping me awake at night! My mind seems to be racing a mile a minute and no matter how tired my brain gets or how heavy my eyes get I just can't sleep! What's wrong with me?  It's 2:30 in the morning, my husband's back in town & here I am BLOGGING!

So today, I'm just having one of those days where life seems to be getting the better of  me.  I feel horrible!  I'm tired, irritable, and sleepy.  The kids are driving me nuts!!!! I just want to quit!  My van wants to give out on me, my husband is out of town on business and I have 4 demanding children.  I'm praying to God that my van doesn't give up on me!  I just started a training session with my kids Head Start, to become a Substitute Teacher and I would like to continue with the training to possibly become a Teachers Assistant.  This could open doors for me as far as my career goes, but if my van breaks down HOW AM I SUPPOSED TO GET THERE?!  I also want to continue going to church services, but again with no vehicle how do I get my kids there?

I would like to start out by saying that the way I found this wonderful church was an unfortunate tragedy.  My mom has been friends with Delia for years, since the 70’s, the untimely death of her youngest son brought me to La Primera Iglesia Christiana.  The services for his funeral were beautiful, well worded, and heartfelt.  Now obviously his friends and family provided so much of the love that they shared for him, he had led a wonderful life, and he was a beautiful person.  What really “lured” me in was the sermon that Pastor Juaquin provided.  His words were moving, his relationship with the deceased and family showed me that he really gets involved with his parishioners.  The funeral was Friday so I went to Sunday service and just as I suspected…it was phenomenal!!!  My children enjoyed themselves, my oldest understood the service, and I felt at home amongst new people.  So comfortable that on my first visit I went up with the children to rec...

Delicious homemade devils food cake with cherry filling!! Happy 3rd Birthday Christian!! <3 U!! The food was good & family pitched in to help!! We all had a nice time seeing each other again!! Father and son!!  Love you my babies!!

I hope you all had a wonderful Valentine’s day, I know that I did!!  My husband and I exchanged gifts, which was refreshing because we are usually to BROKE to afford gifts!!  We surprised each other with jewelry.  I got three pair of earrings and he got a necklace with matching bracelet!!!  YAY!!  We still haven’t had our date night, that will be Saturday after our youngest son’s birthday party.  My baby’s turning 3!!  He’s growing so fast I can hardly believe my eyes!!    My baby Christian when he was born!!   Three years ago, I was pregnant with a baby that I wasn’t even sure I really wanted!  I had three kids and was going crazy taking care of two toddlers, just thinking about another baby was so overwhelming.  Now I am a happy mother of 4 and couldn’t even imagine my life without my baby boy!!  Love you so much Christian! Christian last summer!!

I've been so busy with school & home, I've hardly had a moments rest.  Went shopping the other day to relieve some stress, it felt great!  At first I was on high trying on shoes and checkin out clothes, but by the end of the trip I was biting my fingernails! I was so nervous cuz I NEVER spend $$ on myself! When I got home my work was there waiting for me!  I had dinner, dishes, and homework...not to mention bedtime stories for my lil ones!  My life is hectic and I love it...but sometimes I get so tired!  I would love a weekend with just me and my husband, but with four kids I find it difficult to find a sitter!  My children are so small and that just makes it worse.  I'm constantly cleaning up after them and asking my oldest son to help me with remedial tasks that should be easy for me.  I am clearly bogged down and tired all of the time.  The fatigue is killing me...

It’s my view that in a relationship the male and female should both put forth the same amount of effort and energy into making sense of the relationship.  Now I’m not saying that a relationship should be hard to work at because when two people mesh well together relating to each other shouldn’t be a problem.  However, when the hustle and bustle of everyday life enter the picture, then yes you need to “work” at it.  It should stay to reason that you reap what you sow, you get what you put in.  My husband and I are great friends, we get along well and enjoy the same pass times.  Sometimes, as any couple will tell you, we argue and we’ve had some doozies.  Lately we’ve changed the way we argue, we slowed down on the screaming and insults.  Now we just stop talking for a few minutes till we gather our thoughts and figure out how to say what we mean without being mean!  It’s amazing how we’ve grown as a couple!!! This is us six years ago….and still ...

Mothering is not something that comes naturally to every woman, and believe me when I say it isn’t easy.  Not at all!  I owe my nurturing skills to my own mom.  This woman took care of my brother and I when my father left us.  It was just us three, mom, my big brother, and I for a long time.  She worked a full time job to support us and still had time to spend with us teaching us values.  To this day my mom, my brother, and I are still so close.  My mom and I speak on a daily basis even if it’s just to say “Hi, what are you up to?”  She taught me to be attentive to my family, kind, honest, and loving.  I owe everything I am to my mother, and I want her to know that I love her and thank her for all that she has done.  Thank you to my beautiful mom, I love you so much!!

Just finished up logging in some participation time at the University of Phoenix.  Currently I’m taking psy 390, also known as Learning and Cognition.  I’m enjoying this course because it has to do with my favorite pass time…learning.  I love learning and if I could make a career out of being a college student I would because of all the areas of interest that I have.  My kids are the same way (so far), they love school and the knowledge they pick up.  They love reading and the little ones love coloring too.  I hope they star artistic, Lord knows I can’t draw a stick figure!!  Well I just wanted to write another post so that I can get into the habit of writing often.  Good luck to you all!!

  This is my first time writing a blog, so bare with me please as I get to know the process.  I absolutely adore my family and give thanks to God for bringing them into my life!  I have four children:  Julian 11, Mi Linda 5, Angel 4, and Christian is about to turn 3!!  They are my life. I will be posting MANY blogs about how much they drive me crazy…but bottom line is I LOVE THEM!!  I adore my boys.  I’m absolutely obsessed with my only daughter,  Mi Linda!