Memories are your wealth and legacy you leave behind for generations to come.  You can perceive your memories as your life's lessons both good and bad.  I take away with each memory the good and laugh; I also take the bad and use it as a lesson learned.  Either way--a memory triggers a specific time in your life and you realize just how far you've come.  Memory is also an epiphany of what you can do to make things good and turn them into great. 

I love creating memories with the help of loved ones; what better way to grow together with loved ones than sharing a fond memory, an unforgettable experience.  So I invite you now, what is your fondest memory?  Please do share with me.

Till next week, I bid you all love, light & compassion...always.  Make today and everyday a memorable one, My Loves.

~Maria

When this song "Because of You" by Keith Martin came up on my playlist--I immediately thought of you guys.  For me, this song embodies Marita and Kiko's life partnership.

This week's inspiration is my cousin Marita and her wonderful husband, Frisco (aka Kiko, "Kuya Kiks").  Time flies when you're having fun, My Loves!  27 years and still going strong!  It just seems like yesterday when Marita first introduced me to her man Frisco, I think I was 12 years old and even then, I saw how much they adored each other.  Marita, your marriage to Kiko is a miracle in itself--you both continue to work hard to keep your love alive and strong.  I'm proud to have you guys in my life.  You guys continue to provide me with inspiration and hope that there are happy endings.  I don't know about secrets to a successful and happy marriage, but I know this much--it takes hard work, time and patience and that My Loves, is your foundation.  I love you both, I pray for continued love and blessings to and for you guys.

Hats off to you both and a very Happy Anniversary, Mga Mahal Ko Sa Buhay!  Till next week, Lovelies--I bid you all love, light, compassion & happy endings!  Smooches.

~Maria 

Just when you think life is going great, a disruptive change comes into play.  A setback, minor or major, depending on how one chooses to perceive it.  Just when I feel that "I'm over" a certain period of my life, I'm reminded once again that yes, I'm only human and prone to human feelings.  I'm also reminded that it's ok to feel the way I do and that I don't have to apologize for being me. :o)

Then, I stop to smell the roses and realize that life ain't so bad after all.  That I need to stop trying to "control the situation" and allow life to "rock the boat."  I'm reminded over and over again that everything happens for a reason and that each experience has a blessing in disguise.

Happy Birthday, USA & a Happy 1st Birthday to Maria's Mind Blogs!  A double celebration is in order.  I'm proud to be an American and I thank God each day for our troops all over the world who continue to fight for our freedom.  I strongly support our troops more now than ever since my son serves in the USN.  As much as I may bitch about the hardships that life throws at me, I'm still blessed to live in a country where anything is possible; where I can speak freely and not worry about getting killed for my beliefs.  With that in mind, I'm happy to have You on my journey and I'm grateful that I'm supported and well-received with my blog. 

Again, thank you US Navy, Army, Air Force, Marine Corp & Coast Guard for your service to our country; You and yours are already in my prayers.  God Bless, America.  Till next week, I bid you love, light & compassion.

~Maria