Fame and Misfortune

So the other day I heard yet ANOTHER report of a celebrity break-up (big shock). Honestly, I have to say as irritating as it is to hear about Kim K. and Kris “H” I must say the mere fact that I’m hearing about it for the millionth time means that the relationship served its purpose. I did, in fact watch few episodes that highlighted the courtship phase of her relationship with the curly-haired beau and I may be no love expert but there just didn’t seem to be a genuine spark (mind you, it’s reality t.v so the majority of what passes the editing room isn’t exactly genuine).

Now, now before they release the hounds I have to say…I’m all for the whole love at first sight thing but let’s be honest-this high profile wedding was intended to stop the presses and make headlines and that it did. So for a moment when the world seemed to stop spinning on its axis, all that mattered was Kim K and and what she thought, ate, drank and breathed in the days leading up to her wedding.  So now that the big “scandal” seems to be dying down, I started to wonder….When it comes to matters of the heart, is the so-called *Fabulous Life* all it’s cracked up to be?

If I was an A-List celebrity, what would it be like to try to find a significant other? There’s the constant pressure of trying to find someone who is truly trustworthy and then at the same time, you have to maintain your high level status to stay on top. So what comes first? Love or Money? It actually seems a bit sad because she’s the platform of young hot celebrities but what if she decided to give that all up in search of true love? Would it even be worth it?

Sadly for Kim K, this-another major break-up has been put on blast for the world to gawk at but that’s the price of fame I guess. But I do hope she finds somebody that makes her happy because everyone deserves to find that special happiness with a certain someone. Keep your head up Kim, your heart may be broken but you’re still fabulous! xx

Tags: Celebrities, Gossip, Hollywood, Love, News, Popular

Note to Self

.:Living without a purpose isn’t really living:.

Have you ever thought about what you’re living for? What is it that motivates you keep living? Of  course there is the expectation that once the day is over you’re gonna go home, go to sleep, wake up the next day and possibly do the same thing.  This may be cliche, but consider what a difference your perception of your own life would be if you were told that you had to find your purpose just if, perhaps you were told that the next day wasn’t guaranteed.

It’s easy to say that you’re living to provide for your family or trying to become successful or just “be a good person”  but why are you living?

When I did my own reflection, I thought about how I would answer the question.  Really, I found that there was just one answer, God. Faith is the foundation for my life. It’s what allows me to persevere despite any obstacles I’m faced with. My faith  drives me to get closer to my goals because I truly believe that with God ALL things are possible. HE IS MY PURPOSE.

For so long I got to a place in life where things were lined up and on track but nothing really excited me. I thought I was alright with the state of my life but I had no idea that there was more of “something” that I needed.  I had never really been a “churchy” person, but after my chance encounter with God I ended up finding something I didn’t know I needed and now wanted more of.

I was baptized as a Catholic but I guess I never really associated myself with the religion because to be honest, I didn’t understand it! I just…didn’t care. It wasn’t until 10+ years later did I reconnect with Him and suddenly I wanted to get the most out my life because I knew that there was so much more.

Of course, trying to live right and follow the Right Path inst easy and I’m not perfect but I would’t want it any other way. I’ve never been happier and each day really is like a blessing to me because I’m lucky enough to find joy in the little things, just because.

So what is it that you’re living FOR? If you haven’t thought about it yet, maybe take some time to think about what is you can look back on and feel accomplished about at the end of the day…no matter how big or small.

Tags: Faith, God, Inspirational, Life, Religion

Decide.Commit.Succeed.

Last weekend on October 9, 2011 I participated in the 27th Annual National Army 10-miler Race in D.C.

*Offical Logo*

I might also like to add that it was my second time running. So, mm I feeling my self a little bit right now?….Damn straight. =) I’m 22 years old and I ran in a 10-mile race! Feels pretty damn good.

Running the race this year was a big accomplishment for me. Yes, I did the exact same race last year but this time it meant something more to me for different reasons. For one, I had been training (the way I was supposed to) since May. I made sure to get myself stronger, more fit and faster. I had a determination to perform at my best unlike last year. It wasn’t terrible, I just knew I could do better. That’s just the competitor in me I guess. This time felt great. I was excited and motivated and so ready!  I actually felt like a real runner! =)

In my training I began to realize that running hadn’t just become part of my routine every few days but it slowly turned into something like an outlet for me. If I just needed some time to just think about something, anything really…I could just run. It was a time when I could think about everything and nothing at the same time. If I’m running then I can just let my thoughts go and cover everything at once, but also the only action required of me is that I put one foot in front of the other and push forward. That’s all there is to it. And I just keep on going.  As crazy as it sounds, that is the most exciting part-that I just keep moving forward with each step, and keep on going.

One of the things that made this year’s race so different for me was that just one year ago, I didn’t see myself where I am at now. At this exact time last year, I didn’t have the same passion for pretty much anything let alone something as simple like running. I didn’t enjoy much, and I didn’t feel any type of spark within myself  to want more, do more, say more. My life seemed be stuck in Neutral.  This time, this year things are different, and with all the new changes I’ve embraced I found a new sport I love. I’m already signed up for another race almost a month away! It’s definitely a bonus that it’s something that I’m good at.

So when I completed this run, my last step across the finish line become the first of many new steps at this running gig and all I can say is that I’m excited about what’s next.  For now, I’m just gonna put one foot in front of the other and keep pushing forward.

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[TITLE: Somebody had on a shirt with this logo on the back and it stuck with me during the race. Pretty Inspirational]

Tags: Inspirational, Running

My First Time

I finally did it.

I told myself I would never do it but I just couldn’t help myself.

I eventually gave in and just….let it happen.

I finally started this blog! =)

**I know, I know sounded like something scandalous but I’ll save those stories for later. **

I started this blog for a number of reasons. The first one being that I talk a LOT. I love talking to people but sometimes it’s just nice to get my thoughts out “there”. So I figured why not let “there be the HUGE world wide web? Another reason was that, most of the things I talk to people about are topics that lots of other people think about and deal with so any ideas, feedback or topic can help anyone else reading this.

Another reason is that one of the things I love to talk about is love and relationships. I’m currently studying families and children and I really think I’ve found my true passion in life. As much as I like to talk I love to listen. I think that everyone just wants someone to listen to them. There’s so much going on at such a fast pace that it’s easy to get lost when all you want is for someone to listen. I found that even when people know that I can’t completely understand, they just appreciate that I’m there to listen. In life we’re always busy with schedules and deadlines and agendas. It’s important to just stop and enjoy what’s around you, and WHO is around you. TAKE THE TIME. Just stop and enjoy the moment.

Here’s a little bit about myself: I wasn’t always this talkative, outgoing, grab-life-by-the-horns type of girl. I used to be shy, quiet, and to be honest not exactly sure of who I was for a very long time. For a while it kicked my butt and like most people I found myself in a “dark  place” where nothing seemed to go right. No, I didn’t have an ailing illness and I wasn’t in some type of perpetuating series of unfortunate events. Looking back, it seems like I hadn’t yet found the true purpose in living or even finding a reason to be happy. Since the past is kinda the boring part, I’ll skip to the NOW.  I’m so in love with life!! I get a kick out the little things, I really do =). It sometimes feels like a long car ride and I make sure to keep things interesting on the journey by making things more entertaining. I’ve learned to be happy with what I do have instead of what I don’t. It’s taken a lot to get me where I’m at and I couldn’t be more grateful.

Of course, no one can’t be doped up on “happy” all the time. I’d be lying if I said that life doesn’t suck sometimes because the reality is that nothing is perfect. Everyone’s entitled to get angry or sad every now and then but eventually you gotta dry the tears, stop all the fussing, clear your head and then figure out what’s next when life doesn’t go as planned.

Well I guess this is just a tiny introduction of me and this blog. I have to say, I’m pretty excited since this is a new direction for me. These are my thoughts and they’re out “there” now so I guess I’ll just go with it and leave you with this:

**Life is what you make it; living without a purpose isn’t really living…so whatever it is, go for it.**-Yours truly

Tags: change, friendship