I grew up in Revere, Massachusetts. A small city north of Boston. I've spent most of my childhood and adult life here. I ventured into Boston to live in the city for a few years and eventually routed back to Revere. I attended public school my entire life. I think public school can be good for a child. It teaches them to be street smart and book smart all in one. I have a solid family. A product of marital parents. Divorce wasn't an option. But with that came some weight. Divorce not being an option didn't always mean it was a happy home. Nonetheless, my parents have survived the harder part of their years raising four children and are happily together and helping me raise my two daughters, Stella Grace and Sadi Grey. They are the loves of my life. Stella is my two year old. A child that doctors could not believe I would ever have. Sadi is my one year old. She was not as planned but just as precious. They are the reason I am here today.
I work full time in Boston. Yes, you are probably wondering how I do it with two small children. Well, it is not easy at all. But it is the most fulfilling and rewarding talent I can have. Being able to balance my sense of independence with work while still being a Mommy puts a smile on my face every day. Don't get me wrong, I have to let loose once in awhile. Wine is my friend. Wine is my friends' friend as well. Meeting with my girlfriends for a drink to de-stress is the best form of therapy a person can ask for. That, and kickboxing. I wouldn't say I am an avid kick boxer but I'd like to think I'm getting pretty good. It is an amazing feeling when you actually take care of your body. It gives you the energy to be able to do what you need to do on a day to day basis. Kind of like, fueling your SUV on premium and not regular. Things just run a little smoother.
Along with balancing all of the traits above, my friends tell me I go above and beyond for almost everyone I hold dear in my life. That being said, it can take its toll, but this is just who I am. I could not picture myself any other way. Have I been told I'm beautiful, yes. Have I been told I'm smart, sure. People can "tell" us things until they turn blue. Superficial, artificial things. That is just the outer layer. But to be kind, to actually be beautiful inside and out without being told you are. There is no better feeling. Acts of kindness while expecting nothing in return gives hope that there really are amazing people in this world. I extend myself to my friends and family and even strangers because it is who I am. I surround myself with amazing people because they pushed me to be who I am. I couldn't picture life any other way.
C'est La Vie!
POEM OF THE WEEK
Affirmation #97
"The Past Has No Power And Hold Over Me Anymore"
Though I've made mistakes,
Heading down the wrong path.
Everlasting feelings of hopelessness.
Poor choices.
Afraid to look left or right.
Something pulled me back.
This was my chance.
Hope stepped in.
And helped to
Strengthen the mind I was given.
Now we are in the now.
Obstacles still lie ahead.
Pain is my motivation.
Once I was told
Where my mind goes, I will go.
Even further than I can dream to see.
Rain is followed by sun.
After dark, comes light.
Nobody can hold you back if you are
Driven.
Honest.
Only I can make that change.
Life moves quickly.
Drowning feelings.
Only leaving Time.
Vigilant with ticking.
Entangled with thoughts
Racing.
My past was what was.
Everything that was, lead me to the now.
And my now is
Now.
Yesterdsay is gone.
My head is strong.
Only my heart is stronger.
Ready for today and
Expecting tomorrow to be the better of days.
Kerri,
ReplyDeleteExcellent first post! This is truly impressive for many reasons, but the first reason is that you wrote about yourself in a very honest and self-aware light. That takes courage.
You have excellent writing skills, and I look forward to reading your posts each week, as we go deeper into this course.
The blog is just what I'm looking for: you have clear title, you wrote 3 solid paragraphs (not wimpy ones), and you dotted your post with alluring images and pictures. Well done. Great design.
Your poem is truly outstanding. You picked a very powerful affirmation - and you followed with a very powerful piece of poetry. This is awesome. I may have to share it with the class.
I think that you're off to a great start in this course. I hope that you are able to balance your school, work, and family duties throughout the semester. Hang in there each week, and you are going to do very well for yourself in this course.
GR: 97