Real

Food for thought today:

Being real is like being a lady
...If you have to tell people you are
...You AREN'T.

Marinate on that readers :)

Despair

Despair
The pain is too strong to withstand
The tears burn as they come out;
It feels like there is nowhere to turn to,

I feel like screaming
But the sounds wont come out,
And if there were to come out,
None would seem to hear my cries of help.

I feel weak inside and out,
And yet the world seems to have landed on my shoulders.
The pain seems to ravage every other feelings that I have,
And it seems that I can barely breathe.

Despair is a strong state,
That I refuse to stay in.
The tears, the pain, the screams and cries;
They all need to go away.

Because the last thing that I need is,
Despair knocking at my door and trying to co-habitate.

One.

As I am falling into the gaze of sleepiness,
I will leave you with one thought.
You only live once. Make sure it counts.
God Bless,
Gigi.

Happiness..

I found this quote on Google:

"When I was five years old, my mom told me that happiness was the key to life. When I went to school, they asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. I wrote down “Happy.” They told me I didn’t understand the assignment and I told them they didn’t understand life".

Maybe it is that easy.
Maybe Happiness is the key to life.
Maybe if we knew how to keep happiness in our lives,
We would be able to see that life isn't that hard.
Or at least that it should not be that hard.
Life is what we make it.

Maybe we should think like that five year-old and add "HAPPY" to our to-do-list.
And just maybe life would be a little bit brighter

Find your own happiness,
♥ Gigi

Different is BETTER

It amazes me how sometimes many of us restrict who we truly are: to fit it, to please others, to blend into the fading background that is our world.

I have seen it many times, where we tend to assimilate to the diverse ways of those that surround us and become a little more like them and less like us.

But think about it, if you keep trying to fit in, dont you end being lost in the decor? Forgotten because you are so common?

If everybody is alike, this world would be oh so boring and dreadful. I can see it now. "Visualize, the one person who makes you smile. Maybe its their smile, their goofiness, their personality, their physical (dont lie some of you out care about the physical). Now think about men in general, there are different types of men right? RIGHT (Amen to that). Visualize a spectrum of women:different sizes, different shapes, different personalities. FINALLY, think of everything blending in, the person that makes you smile is SOOOO similar to the girl or guy next door. Everybody would talk the same, act the same, try to wear the same thing. It would be like the movie Men In Black expect maybe we would be closer to clones than anything.

Personally, I WOULD hate (and Hate is a STRONG word that I rarely use) to be part of such world. I love the fact that the people in my life are DIFFERENT, they think differently, they have a voice to be heard, a story to tell, a lifetime to live THEIR way and hopefully share with ME :)

So if you are out there and you are trying to be like somebody else. Please do yourself a favor and STOP. God created you a way that fits YOU best.
Many times, people tell me I am a weirdo in my ways of thinking or acting. Well I think that is a great compliment. Wouldn't you rather be a weirdo because you are UNIQUE, armed with YOUR personality and ideas? I thought so, too.

Stay Unique,
Gigi

Wings of Forgiveness

Forgiveness is such a big word, action and commitment.
Sometimes, people hurt us so deep that we feel like we taste the pain.
Sometimes, people break us without knowing it.
They scar us to the point that healing is long and grueling.
But the truth is, in life, it has to get worse before it gets better.
If you were hurt sometimes in life, don't frown upon it.
Embrace what had happened and be glad that you overcame it.
But the biggest thing to do is to forgive whoever did you wrong, and LET IT go.
Keeping grudge only makes life a whole lot unpleasant but it makes you a lot less happier.
So people my food for thought is FORGIVE.

Whenever I think of forgiveness, I listen to "Wings of Forgiveness" by India Arie.
Listen to the song, maybe you guys will also like it.

So readers, stay positive,
Forgive but DONT Forget,
So that you can learn from your mistakes.

As humans we tend to always remember what people have done to us,
But sometimes, letting go is the best way to go.
♥ Gigi

Everything Happens For A Reason

I am a strong believer that everything happens for a reason.
Sometimes in life, we might question the direction we are taking
Or wonder about the choices we end up having to take
Or the people that inadvertanly invade our lives
To become an integral part of our lives.
Several times, I have heard people say they wish
They could go back in time to switch some stuff around to "make it better".
Truth is, it would only make your reality "different"
(Could be worse than what you are facing now)
And you may not be who you are currently.
If we had the power to change our past and modify our present,
There would be no personal growth since you know you could just erase your mistakes.
That is why today my food for thought is,
Embrace what God throws in your life,
Work with it to make YOU better,
Dont regret what you "coulda, shoulda or woulda"
But instead, think ahead how you could make yourself better
And walk your way to a better future.

Stay Blessed,
Gigi

In Time of Adversity

Today I realized that God will NOT throw something at you that you couldn't handle.

Some of us are just more capable then others
That is why some of us have higher obstacles than others.
But what we need to remember is that it will only make us stronger
And that if we keep the faith, and
Do not let anybody turns us around from our goal,
With God we will make it.
It's just a matter of time.
It might take a year, day or year but
You'll get there.

So today, let us pledge to NOT doubt the plans that God has in store for US.
As long we trust Him,
And do what we got to do,
We will get there.
God takes care of his children,
He always has,
He always will.

So readers, keep your head high,
Start facing life with your all.
Start walking on that road they call life with the confidence that
YOU can make it and
YOU will make it
Regardless of what others have to say.
Because you got the best artillery of all times: God.
And he is right by your side ♥

Embrace Your Destiny...

I believe that everything happens for a reason.
I strongly believe that every event in one's life...

Is connected to the next one way or another.

The good, the bad, the ugly and rugly (reallll ugly);

They all have their purposes in our lives.

So the sooner you realize that

Whats meant to happen

WILL happen;

The better off you will be.

By fighting your destiny,

Better yet by fighting what God has planned for you,

You are only slowing down

The realization of whats meant to happen.

After all, in life, thing go wrong so that

You can learn to appreciate them when they are right.

And, sometimes good things fall apart so

Better things can fall together.

Therefore, until we as individuals learn to:

Embrace what life throws at us, and make the best of it,

We will always fail to realize that all in all,

Life has always been, and will always be

BIGGER than us.

Stay optimistic,

Gigi

Worth Fighting For...

"Nothing in life worth having comes easy". I bet you heard that saying many times and even said it before.

But come to think about it, it is true. In life, there are no handouts, no free giveaways, no easy way out. Best believe that if you get something way too easy, you will have to pay for it some way or the other. It is also true that unless you worked out hard for something you wont know its value.

Many people think that life should be easy. Things should just fall off the sky and into their laps. If they want something, they should just clap their hands and magically their object of desire will be there. Well one thing, for sure that is some major bull. Life isn't a fairtales where genies make wishes come true. So if you want something, work hard to get it. Whatever, it might be that you desire, work for it. Because once you get it, you will fully appreciate it. Hard work seems to be a lost value in our world. But we need to remember, that life isn't worth living, if there's nothing worth fighting for.....And when it comes to fighting, we need lots of weapons, among which are hard work, courage, and strong will.

Stay Blessed,

Gigi

Spice it up!

Spontaneity is not always a bad thing.

By trying new things depending on what area that element may fall, you may amaze yourself and open doors that you never knew were present.

It's summer time and with a grueling heat that seems to be forever present, the least thing you could do is find things to spice up your life. A long time ago, I learned that taking risks may be one of the best things that one may do. It allows you to grow, anhililate whatever inhibitions that you may have and most importantly you have the time of your life.

No, we are not talking about risks that would turn your life upside down in the wrong way. But we are talking about the risks that when thinking about what you have done you can only smile and laugh because it was that much of a great time.

So with summertime here, do yourself a favor and try something new. Even if it is something as small as ice skating, going on a road trip or something drastic like jumping in the pool fully clothed (alone or with somebody) or geting a whole new makeover . Or maybe its the opposite that you need: i.e. some time to yourself in order to get back to where you want to be.

Either way, give it a try. You will be amazed at how a little something new can put some "caliente" in your life :)

Stay spicy,
Gigi

False Expectations

A friend once told me that if you never expected anything from anyone, you can never get hurt.

Thinking about it, it may seem that person may be right to a certain level. Many of us do the mistake of giving others high expectations. We put most of our hopes on one person expecting that someone else will allow us to attain a goal. Don't get me wrong there is nothing wrong with expecting a little something from somebody, lets say that person is your friend, a close family member, your significant other or any person that plays a major part in your life.

The problem resides in putting too much expectations on that person's behalf. Remember, as adults, we are accountable for ourselves therefore do not always expect too much from others. Sometimes, people have their own cross to bare, their own battles to fight.

Whether you are expecting somebody to be there for you or somebody to just do something for you, do not do the mistake of putting all your eggs in one basket. Unless you are certain that the hand holding that basket is super strong and solid, be careful. You may end up with a basket on the floor, cracked eggs, some unecessary bruises and the bitter taste of false hope...

Stay wise,
Gigi

Misunderstandings...

Misunderstandings mess up everything. You may think you got something all covered but in reality you are on the wrong side of the road. I was going through the poems that I had written and found this one written on my 18th bday. Enjoy:


"Misunderstandings"

They start with nothing

But a whole lot talking and yet no gain.

One word, one look

It's all it takes.

No words, just silence

Then become your sentence.

Unable to explain,

You just take the pain.

Unable to complain,

You just take the suffering.

You fail to see that it is just

A misunderstanding that is the cause of all that ruckus.

It is nothing but a pool of confusion

Causing so much pain and contusion

After one look, one word, one infortunate hearing

Filled of misunderstandings.
05-28-08


So readers, next time you are uncertain of a matter, prevent yourself a whole lot of headaches and just ask... You will be surprised by the wonders of communication.
Yours Truly,
Gigi

Sacrifice

Ever feel like you are trapped in a situation where every escape seem to elude your mind? You are stuck in a given position where you put yourself into. You cant back out nor can you leave because you signed up for it. It's like making a deal with the devil and starting to feel the backfires little by little. Its painful, uncomfortable and takes all energy that you may have. You cant say whats on your mind because some things are better left unsaid. You cant fuss nor cry about it because truth be told you have to stay put. I would never wish this on any person. Its like your mind is speaking but you rather bite your tongue than let the words come out. Its like having frustration bottling up and boiling but instead of unleashing it you try to calm down... You try to soothe all your negative energy. And yet in this situation, frustration seems to stalk you like your own shadow. But, what I have realized is that sometimes in life, we have to do many things that we may not like. We all have responsibilities, people to answer to, dreams to fulfill and in order to achieve all those goals that we have set for ourselves, we have to be willing to do some sacrifices. I guess this would be one more sacrifice that I will have to bare with, and a cross that I will have to carry until further notice.

Stay Strong,
Gigi

Well readers, it is all for today!
I hope my optimistic state of mind has helped you in some way!

Before I leave I have to thank 2 people:
Dede and Moumoune (nicknames are used to protect identity).
Dede: for providing the witty name of "A Mind on Cloud Nine"
Moumoune: for putting up my overly excited state of mind when I was creating this blog!


I am leaving you with this quote that I found: "The real trouble with reality is that there's no background music".

Think about...and if you have taken anything of what I have written today...you will make your own background music because after all, life is what you make it!

Stay Blessed.
Gigi

Entry to the Road to Paradise...

Life is a wonderful thing.
One day you feel like you are on top of the world Nothing can stop you.
Its just a matter of WHAT, WHERE, and WHEN and you're on TOP of that thing working it.
But one moment, one second, one thought, ONE incident can ruin one's enthusiastic view of life. Its just a matter of being at the wrong place, at the wrong time or with the wrong wrong person. But I have realized that no matter what life throw at you
It DOESN'T mean that you have an excuse to give up.
If anything YOU SHOULD TRY HARDER!!!
Be the best that you can be!
LOVE Yourself first because one who does not love him/herself cannot love another!!
So don't fool yourself with that "I am just better at loving others" mumbojumbo....
Appreciate life, because first of all you are ALIVE
So be grateful that God is blessing if anything
Because life is a wonderful gift...
You can do whatever you want it...
Shape it into something great or hummm destroy it...
So today I am taking a toast to life, love, and opportunities!
Because with opportunities, life is just the entry to the road to paradise!