40 Days and 40 Nights

40 days and 40 nights…

Lent season is one of my favorite times of the year. It’s exciting to me because a lot of growth is done during this time. I am blessed to be in a wonderful position in life, but there’s always room for improvement. This year, I decided to do things a little different, as always, to make it interesting. This time I am not stating specifics as to what kind of activities are being practiced or what sacrifices I’m making, but you can rest assure that by the end of the 40 days I will come back stronger and wiser.

40 days and 40 nights…

I see it like a war. I feel it every year. We do not combat against flesh and blood, but against principalities, evil powers of the unseen world. It’s really a war in the spiritual realm, but it’s also a war here on earth against your own self and many evil powers. This is a time where Christians are getting closer to God and evil doesn’t like that, in fact it dreads this time of year and decides to fight for the souls of many. It’s a war! It’s exciting to me. This year is going to be like no other. Temptation will be there, but with the help of God, His Divine Mercy, and His Love, we are going to conquer and prevail. That’s right soldiers. I am going to step into enemy lines and charge! We’re in hell right now, keep going and with a smile for the Lord is with you.

40 days and 40 nights…

Love bears all things. This is a time of year to share with your love ones, and to love people even during turmoil. Did I mention we were at war? With all the fasting and sacrifices that we are making, don’t forget the most important ingredient, Love. Do everything with great Love. Do it for God, do it for everyone you Love, and do it for yourself.

40 days and 40 nights…

It’s a race, but not against time, it’s a race to see if you can make it to the finish line 40 days from now. Easter Sunday is a time to rejoice and be glad. It will be a day of thanksgiving.

Are you ready? Is your body and mind ready? Is your soul ready? Maybe, maybe not, but in 40 days it will be after the test.

The following son doesn’t necessarily have anything to do with lent season, but it’s called 40 Days and 40 Nights. Hopeless romantic much?

Rebel Without a Cause?

“You either die a hero, or live long enough to see yourself become the villain.” –Dark Night Movie

I wanted to start a revolution. 16 years later, it has come down to this. I finally get to give back. How do you explain being the most hated and the most loved? At least the people that love me are the ones that matter and keep me going. I never wanted to be normal. I always wanted to be different and stand out.

“A man who wants to lead the orchestra must turn his back on the crowd.” -Max Lucado

I wanted to shock the world. I did. Now I want to shock the world every day. It has become a craving. I’m addicted to crowd reactions. I love that hate. I love pain. While people are looking over the fence, I’m doing something unreal. When it’s all set and done, they won’t believe their eyes. This one person who was there every day was capable of doing the impossible. Then, they will think they know the secret, but there’s more than just one secret. I’m going to have to do some proofs. I’m going to dig even deeper. I’m not looking at them, I’m looking past them.

“The proof is in the pudding.”

Please excuse me, since I have nieces and nephews to look after. And I have expenses I have to buy bigger plates.

Success is measured on how many confused, sad, angry, misunderstood and ignorant people are judging you. #truth #sad #buttrue
— Oscar De La Hoya (@OscarDeLaHoya) January 29, 2013

“Ain’t no love in the heart of this city...”

“The Dark Days”

After losing my mother to cancer in 2003, my days were darkened. Now I faced the world alone, like an orphan out in the wilderness. I had a job, but it wasn’t good enough, I had a second job, but it wasn’t good enough. At some point, I had 3 to 4 part time jobs getting paid minimum wage or just a little over just to make it financially to pay my cut of the bills and rent. Luckily, I was splitting it 3 ways among my 2 other brothers. I had to go to school full time taking a minimum of 12 hours and up to 16 hours per semester just so that I can get done with my degree in a timely manner, and begin a career to make some real money. Nothing seemed to work. Washer and dryer would go out, air conditioner, water leaks, clogged bathrooms and kitchen, and the biggest burden of them all was my car giving up on me. Halfway through school my engine blows up and all I see is white smoke everywhere as I pull over to the side of Hwy 191. I’ve had tire blow outs coming down Hwy 191 and almost had to walk home. It was no fun having to deal with mechanics and waiting for my vehicle to be repaired. When my mother was around it was easy, she took care of everything. Wow, my poor mother, at times she probably felt the same way I feel during difficult times. Welcome to manhood right? My bosses at my jobs in retail weren’t helping any. Yeah they were demanding and didn’t care what kind of personal problems an employee had, business was business. I guess it’s true what it says about a business man: it’s easier for a camel to go through an eye of a needle than a business/wealthy man to go to heaven. It was ridiculous, envy and hate can consume a person and cause innocent people to suffer. I took it like a man and performed like my life depended on it because in reality it did. I knew that there was something better for me. Everything I did with the grace of God was so that I can be in the position I am now. I had a vision, I had a dream, I had hope and I had faith. I believed that tough times wouldn’t last, that my mother was looking down praying for me; that God was going to take care of His children and that justice will be served.

Sometimes you have to go through the bad to appreciate the good. God doesn’t send anything you cannot handle. God uses those trials to mold a person. Just as quality pure gold is tested through fire, a quality pure man is tested with hardships. Next time you’re in Hell, walk straight through it with a smile for the Lord is always with you. Have faith. Those who endure, conquer. May the last be first, and the first be last. Give it to me! Bring It! It’s been proven!

2012

2012 will go down as the fastest year ever. The year went by fast, but I’m not going to forget the memories that it left behind, even if they were quick, they will last a lifetime.

Financially it was the best year. I paid off my car and all credit cards.

I began the remodeling of my house.

I finished a graduate program with a Masters of Arts in Spanish.

I made several new friends.

I met my fitness goals: gained weight, woop woop!

I traveled overseas for the first time: Summer Vacation in Spain.

I voted once again.

I was a groomsman for two of my friend’s weddings this year.

I was able to travel more.

My Lakers made some big moves in the off-season and won on Christmas day.

All the above were highlights of 2012 for me. They were all significant in my life plus my usual work that I put in every year, the regular accomplishments that are done on a daily basis. It has been a blessing to say the least. Now it is time to start a new chapter, so to speak, as page 1 of 365 gets written today. I have work to do (grinding time)…If y’all need me, give me a holler because I will literally stop what I’m doing if y’all want to spend time and/or need any assistance. Every one of you is important to me. This year, like every year, should be a very positive one. Negativity, criticism, pessimism, complaints, etc. don’t exist in my every day life. Live free, live loud, but God is number 1 and you’re number 2.

Thanksgiving Day

#ThrowbackStory

I remember like it was only yesterday. I’ve told this story several times because of its significance on my life. It was Thanksgiving Day, 1996. We had to pack and load everything on the U-Haul truck, we were going to get on that bus to finally move to Texas that same evening, and say goodbye to California for good. It was one of those nights I will never forget. My two brothers, my mother, and I didn’t know what to expect. As a matter of fact we didn’t know how we were going to load up all of our furniture and appliances into the big truck. I was 13 years old, my twin was also 13, my older brother was 16, and we were still kids. Also, my mother who was a disabled cancer patient wasn’t able to do much work herself. We needed a miracle, the day was winding down, and we didn’t realize how much work and how hectic it was going to be. I remember my mother was frustrated, had a hopeless look in her face, and she sat there at the foot of the stairs and cried during one of our breaks. Suddenly, an idea crossed her mind. One of her friends who lived closed by had 2 older adult sons who were in town. My mother never liked to ask for help, but she trusted and counted on this friend. She apologized for interrupting their thanksgiving dinner and asked for their assistance as a huge favor. We were all relieved afterwards that they were so willing to help a family in need. Wow, once again I was reminded that miracles happen everyday. I never saw these people ever again, but may God bless them forever. The night ended, with more man power, our job was done, but another obstacle arrived. My older brother’s vehicle died. We couldn’t get transportation to the bus station. A neighbor came out to help by brother start his car, but it needed more than just a jump. I honestly don’t remember how we got to the bus station, but we were all there before the departure time. My father even showed up to say goodbye. I remember seeing a tear coming down from his eyes. I’ve never seen that man cry before, but we all hugged said farewell. Our new life was about to begin in West Texas. It was a long trip in that bus, and since it was night, it was quiet because many people were sleeping. We were shocked, surprised, honestly I’m not sure what we were feeling since we’ve never been through a big change like that. Deep down were at ease because we knew that it was for the better, and finally after an exhausting day we were headed to our new home/life. We stopped at a McDonald’s restaurant late that evening. My 2 brothers, my mother, and I all laughed and joked that we were eating our thanksgiving dinner. Really? A “Big Mac”? Fast forward to 16 years later…In a small town of Midland, TX lies a family with hope…Living a dream…The saga continues!

Happy Thanksgiving 2012!!!!! Thank you for taking the time to read. God bless you always and forever.

Life is beautiful: So what would you do if you wait tomorrow, there’s no more sorrow and dreams came true, so knock on wood, and cross you fingers, now count your blessings if I were you. So what would you do if you wait tomorrow, when all your great skies have now turned blue, how many days do you think you’re giving, so get on living is up to you.

How to Impress Somebody...

It's not about dress to impress. It's not about getting fit to impress. It's not about getting rich to impress. or achieving something to impress.

You want to impress somebody? Girl or boy, boss, colleague, parents, relative, friend, teacher, stranger, etc.

Love them.

Love them with all you heart, soul and mind.

I challenge YOU to love everyone you see today, especially your enemy. I guarantee that people's jaws will drop and the word "wow" will float through the air, heads will turn, and most importantly love will be given in return. GOD is good!!!!!

Election 2012

I voted once again... I don't deal with politics. I don't like talking about politics with anyone because people get offended. With that being said, I will not reveal who I voted for or which party I favor. It's one of those things that you don't want to bring up. You should never talk religion or politics with people of different views. You won't change their minds and they won't change yours. In the end, they end up judging you for it.

They asked me, "What's gonna happen if your oposing candidate wins the election?" I answered, "Nothing!" I still will continue to live my life, I will continue to be the change that I want to see, regardless of who's in office. My world does not change! We tend to hold things against people if we are not on the same page. The same could be said in sports: When my team wins, I rejoice, and when my team loses, I mourn, but my world does not change. Simple as that, there’s no need to be bitter and complain publicly because there’s going to be people out there that will hold that against you, if they haven’t already. Win or lose, may the best team win, and in this election's case, may the best man win. Please hold me to this!!!!! I will celebrate when I win, and congratulate when I lose. Nothing is impossible in this world, I wish all candidates the best. The word impossible, says I'm possible. What can you accomplish? All the above. Change your world and the world changes. You can take a look at someone's eye, and you can tell that that person is destined for greatness. I dedicate the following song to everyone who took the time to read this:

 

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What do I do for a Living?

Each night I ask the stars up above…At 11:11, I’m making the same wishes… Momma said they’d be days like this…These are the days that we’ll remember…I wanted to shock the world one day, now I want to shock the world everyday…What can I say? I already drove every car. I have nice cooked food. If I’m not producing the “wow” effect then why the heck do I get up in the morning? I’d be better off staying in bed. I go out to the world and I’m exposed to 100,000,000 germs everyday because I have to shake hands with every individual. They cannot go through my campus without knowing who I am and sharing some type of moment with me. Principals be like, teachers are absent we need someone to cover, “Me, me, me, pick me!” I will cover everyday for the rest of the year is what I told them. Who needs a conference period? That’s just to listen to music and catch a breather. I don’t take breaks I just break records. That’s what I been saying since the 4th ring. At the beginning of school there’s a minute of silence. Do you know how important that minute is? Calling all angels…Somebody is not having a good day. Happy meals for everyone! Am I insane? This is the normal side of me because insane doesn’t kick in until April, May and June. Where’s my easy button. I need to get a fácil button from Staples. Does anybody need a hug? That’s what the world lacks, hugs, they are scarce. Justice will be served. The cream will rise to the top. The votes will be counted. Anyone can hide, but nobody can hide their heart. Let’s say a joke. Life’s a joke, joke around. Hello, bueno, Coach Núñez is not here, he went home. Home is where the heart is. Deng, what happened? Oh, let me investigate. He did what? She did what? Intervention! Excuse me. Help me. What’s a matter? I’m more Mexican than a jalapeño pepper. Are those even Mexican? Hey Ah! Please refrain from doing that. No, my team didn’t lose. We never lose any games, we just run out of time. “Coach!” “Coach!!” “Cooaacchh!!!” Hey kids. Let’s get this party started. Uno, dos, tres. Moral of the story, don’t do drugs. Life is a dance floor. Hey, welcome, come on in, make yourself at home. I don’t have enough seats and I don’t get paid until the first of next month, but join us in this adventure. It’s beginning to look at lot like Christmas. I eat tamales because it’s the only thing I can unwrap. Who am I kidding? I have the new iPhone 5 and mini iPad, the latest and greatest technology devices. I am an old stereo boom box with iPod capabilities. I want to be the best and to be the best you have to win. How do I do it? No furniture, no nonsense, no homework, and no extra work. Work hard, work smart, and laugh your butt off. lmbo. Okay, let’s get serious, wait, it’s not May yet. Who cares? Fieldtrip time! Pep rally next week! No uniform day! Vote for Pedro! Better yet vote for Pánfilo Montebello de la Cruz the 3rd. I was just kidding, j/k. These girls are crazy, but I’m flattered by the attention, some things never change. Okay let’s learn something finally. In 1996 Kobe Bryant was drafted by the Charlotte Hornets. Haha! My kids are learning Spanish the easy way. The results are in. My Spanish students are beasts! You think I’m going to give out my secrets? Heck no, we’re number 1 because number 2 is the first to lose and number 3 is still wondering what number they are. Those were the days. This new generation is not ready. They’re not ready to deal with a person like me. Do I need to tell everyone my business? I’m not from this world, but I’m stuck here, so I might as well embrace it. You only live twice. Oh, I mean once. Hash tag time! #ForeverAlone. Once upon a time, in the Permian Basin…Officer, don’t pull me over again. I haven’t received any tickets, but thanks for another warning. I’m on a roll. Play the game. Am I lucky? No, but that’s the name of my dog, he’s lucky because he’s my dog. Haha! ¿Qué onda Ese? Oh, you’re a gangster? órale, that makes two of us. Hey that teacher is looking at me weird, let me go say hi and introduce myself for the 7th year in the row. Laugh out loud. I want to help everyone. Every person needs individual attention. Let’s see if I can make it happen. I’m in the support system with my colleagues basically it’s called the Kobe System, but I don’t tell them that, they’ll freak out. Let’s play ball. Ref, Mr. Referee, can I have your autograph? I’m your biggest fan. Touchdown Mustangs! 3-point shot is good! Finish line here we come. Gotta love it…I can’t wait to get up the next morning and do it again. What do I do for a living? Can I tell you a secret? I am a superhero, if you don’t believe that, then you don’t believe in miracles. Each night I ask the stars up above…At 11:11, I’m making the same wishes…Momma said they’d be days like this…(Magical Realism).

Suffering is Love

Abuse me. Accuse me. Belittle me. Blame me. Break me. Cheat me. Convict me. Criticize me. Cuss at me. Cut me open. Don’t give me hope. Doubt me. Embarrass me. Fail me. Hang me. Harass me. Hate me. Hurt me. Injure me. Judge me. Kick me. Laugh at me. Offend me. Pick on me. Plot against me. Punch me. Punish me even if I’m innocent. Push me. Slap me. Spit on me. Spread rumors about me. Stab me. Steal from me. Step on me. Take advantage of me. Take everything away from me. Talk bad about me behind my back. Trap me. Trip me. Throw me. Turn me in. Wish badly on me.

This is what I've had to endure...and that is why I succeed…God gives me justice.

http://www.jesusandthebibletoday.com/suffering_and_pain.html

"The Beatitudes For Those Who Suffer In Any Way"

Blessed are the suffering, for they are

seen, heard and known by God.

~ Exodus 3:7

Blessed are those who suffer in the

darkness of affliction, for they learn the

mercy and compassion of God.

~ Lamentations, Chapter 3

Blessed are the suffering, for the Lord

has compassion on them.

~ Isaiah 49:13

Blessed are the suffering, for they experience

the pain of creation longing to be

set free from death.

~ Romans 8:21-22

Blessed are those who suffer, for they

are able to console others who are

afflicted and suffering.

~ 2nd Corinthians 1:3-7

Blessed are the suffering, for they are

following in the steps of Christ's suffering.

~ 1st Peter 2:21

Blessed are those who suffer, for they

know Christ.

~ Philippians 3:7-11

Blessed are the suffering, for in them

dwells the power of Christ.

~ 2nd Corinthians 12:7b-10

Blessed are the suffering, for in them

the life of Jesus is made visible

in their very bodies.

~ 2nd Corinthians 4:7-12

Blessed are the suffering, for they become

like Christ in His death.

~ Philippians 3:10

Blessed are those who suffer with Christ,

for they shall be glorified with Him.

~ Romans 8:17

Blessed are those who suffer for their

pain will turn into joy.

~ John 16:20

“Those who endure, conquer.” –Coach Nunez

Give me pain, there may be pain in the night, but joy comes in the morning, if it means a better tomorrow; if it's for the ones I love; I will suffer for them over and over again; ; if it means I get to deserve another chance; if it means I get to see her, even if it's in my dreams; if it means I fail beacause at the end of the day what's most important is suffering for God and His will, FOR GREATER GLORY. That is what she taught me. I love you my beautiful angel. Keep praying for me mommy.

Long Way Home

Long Way Home by Steven Curtis Chapman
Keep calm and enjoy the ride:

How to Win: Dreams Come True

First all I just want to comment that justice was served. No more tension. The atmosphere is bearable. The love and respect is there.

I’ve never been more excited than I am now for a new season/school year. I get this feeling pretty much every year. I just had one of the best summers, I know I say it every year, but this was the best summer. I tried to explain in my previous blogs what kind of work is put in during the break. The kind of work that leads to winning takes place in the off season/summer break. I’m in a position where I can be successful. Everything has been put in place and the work has been done. It’s time hit the road and continue the journey that started 2 years ago. 1,000 miles was the total distance.

Before

I lot preparation…Training physically, mentally, spiritually…With hard work comes rest which is essential for your body to develop, to get your mind right, to feed your soul. It’s the calm before the storm. Embracing the peace and silence adds fuel for later. The drawing board is where championships are won. Not having a plan is planning to fail. I hope you pushed yourself to exhaustion this summer and at the same time got plenty of rest.

During

The storm, war, battle, fight, competition, or the stage means the season has arrived. The spotlight, the millions of people watching, the jeers and the cheers is what you have prepared for. The grind and the failure begin to mold a winner. Battle tested is needed for the grand finale. Strive to persevere because only the strong survive out there in the jungle. This is the part that everyone remembers at the end, even though it’s the part that everyone dreads. Winners look forward to the battlefield.

After

Rejoice! The celebration, parade, ceremony, gathering, and the fiesta it’s what we look forward to. The impossible becoming possible is the greatest feeling in the world. The true beauty of it all is that anybody can be a winner, but it takes a special person and group (future blog) to become a champion.

Fully loaded, the tank is full, tons of ammunition. No bullet will be left in the chamber. No stone will be left unturned. I will excide every ounce of energy and power that it is within me. Winning comes from within. When I step out on the floor, I feel like I’m better than my opponent. I’ve put in more work, I deserve it more, I have what it takes, I’m more skilled, etc. They stand no chance.

Dream big! I can’t stop dreaming. With God nothing is impossible, therefore I’m not going to stop, I’m not going to wake up, and I’m going to keep dreaming because that is what every child in this world is doing. We are that child wishing on a falling star, saying that prayer, and scrubbing those dirty floors. It’s a Cinderella Story. Dreams come true! Dreams never end! That is my testimony. I’m going to enjoy the ride. Every day/game will have a unique approach, as if it was my last. I probably talk a big game, I’m probably full of it, maybe I’m a B.S’er, but I’ll leave it up to you to be the judge. On a side note: The new Dream Team! #QuestFor6

Pre-Season ;)

So many changes this school year, yet some things never change ;)
Development
Getaway
Study
Rest
Camp
Conditioning
Planning
Training
It's all a process, this will be my 7th year, definately not my first rodeo. Gotta love the Pre-Season where you're tested early.

Everyday I have to prove myself to the world over and over again. #underdog #champion

— Coach Núñez (@Eriknunez83) July 25, 2012

Maybe one day they will get it, and show me a well-earned respect, praise, and love, but if they do, then my life will be normal, it will not have a purpose, I will not have that hunger or that edge over anyone, so in that case I hope they never get it. I want to have that chip on my shoulder to always fight for what's right because they will continue to talk and put down. At least, some people will glance and see it, see that fire in my eye, some people will not look down at me as an inferior or superior person but someone who has great value. It is those who see and believe that will benefit and embrace greatness, and those who don't will eventually look up at me pleading and extending their hand in a last minute attempt in order to avoid falling. Those are at risk individuals and that were not blessed to see greatness, beauty, or truth, but there's always hope. Blessed are those who appreciate and see what is good without needing multiple proofs. The more proofs, the stronger I become, so they are only doing me a favor. Of course I have to love them. I treat them all the same, which includes those who hate and those who appreciate by giving them the same greeting and smile, but deep down I know where everyone stands.

Men’s Health Magazine provides: Your guide to finding good people:
Step 1. Identify what you value in people.
Step 2. Identify where this type of person spends time.
Step 3. Go there, whether it is a church, gym, beach, dance lessons, boot camp, fitness class, Chamber of Commerce meeting, local lectures, weekend seminars or weekly group meetings. You don’t meet good people by watching TV…but good people ARE out there. Go forth and find them.

Forgive, forget and find people for your own good. We all must stick to a circle of influence and not allow others to destroy it, use them as motivation to make the circle stronger. Good always prevails, I have witnessed it for 28 years. All glory to God.

Spain 2012

-What did you do this summer?

-I went to Spain.

-What?

-Did you go for business reasons or something?

-No, I went for personal reasons, just to learn, for the experience…

-What?

It’s uncommon to hear that someone travelled abroad. I wanted to explore a little bit, especially overseas and specifically Spain because a great part of my culture comes from Spanish influence: language, religion, customs, etc. Going to Spain is what I call a vacation. My favorite place to go visit is Los Angeles, California, where I’ve been going on vacation for the past 13 summers. It’s beautiful because my family is there, there’s lots of entertainment, and it feels like home because at one time it was. Spain had some similarities and many differences. I rank Spain #2 in my favorite places to visit. I recommend it to anybody who has never gone to Europe or another country outside of North America. People don’t make these kinds of trips because they do not have the funds or maybe perhaps they are a little scared of being in an unfamiliar territory far away from home. At least those were my main reasons. It might be different for others, maybe because of health or lack of vacation time or whatever. I’m not sure, but all I knew was that I had to go. This was going to be an early graduation present, to go visit a place that I’ve learn so much about in the past two years during graduate school. I graduate this December, si Dios quiere (God willing), and I didn’t want to wait until next summer. Why wait when the time is now. Enjoy life now! Blame the “you only live once” mentality.

It was an early Saturday morning when I left Midland International Airport to Houston to Washington D.C. It was at that point, waiting on my next flight that was going to cross the Atlantic Ocean that I kind of wanted to turn back. The same jitters that you get when you are buckled down in a rollercoaster for the first time and it slowly begins its course. There was no turning back, all the reservations were made and my flight was already paid for. After a long 9 hours of reading books, watching movies and playing games on the consol in the seat in front of me, and of course sleeping, I finally landed in Spain. It didn’t feel like another country more like another planet. Everything was different. The first night was a blessing because the best thing that could ever happen to me happened when Spain won the Euro Cup and made history. The people in Madrid went crazy, just like when the L.A. Lakers win NBA championships. It was a celebration that went on until the following morning. My introduction to the country couldn’t have been more perfect.

Fast forward a little bit. I went to Cádiz, where I spent a week interacting with people, practicing the language, exploring the city, riding bikes, learning history, swimming, visiting the beach and eating great food. It was everything I expected and more, it was a luxury. I ended up visiting Jerez, Tariff, Morocco in Africa, Seville, and Granada.

Ultimately, I wanted to go watch a basketball game in a different country so I did. I decided to take a trip to Salamanca, purchased my ticket to a pre-Olympic game: Spain vs. Tunisia, bought my train ticket, and booked my hotel. Once again, it brought back those same feelings that I get prior to attending a live Lakers game.

I went back to Madrid to finish off my two weeks stay in the Old World where it all began. I finished off my last night at a theme park that I coincidently found. I was in my hotel room packing and getting everything ready to return to the states when I looked at the time and said. “What am I doing here?” I wanted to go out and visit the city one last time so I took a taxi at this Teleférico that takes you on one side of town to the other. That’s where I saw it. Rollercoaster! Ahh! After running as fast as I can across this small forest, I ended up at the entrance of the park and they were not closing until midnight so I checked it out for a few hours. The next morning I kissed Spain goodbye and went to the airport to go back home where another adventure was waiting.

It was a trip I will never forget. I thank God for the opportunity and the courage that it took to undergo all odds. As a result, I came back a renewed man.

I Love My Life

This is the life that I was given

How do I deal?

We are living in a desert

It is beautiful!

The days are just right

The night skies are great

It’s nice to dream.

Free at last

I can breathe

The bad makes me appreciate the good

I once had a dream.

It is real

I pinch myself and I feel it.

I cut myself and I bleed.

These are the days

It’s hot outside?

Swim suit and sunscreen is all I need

There’s a storm coming?

Dancing in the rain is what I'll do

No obstacle is bigger than my God

They want to attack me, but they shall see

They are going to hurt themselves trying

I get paid in blessings not currency

This is too perfect

I’m living the dream

Worry free

Too good that it creates some anxiety

Is it really supposed to be this way?

I fell and scraped my knee

I was just kidding

They wanted to celebrate already

I put them to the test

They can't fool me

Testing the waters

Better yet testing the ocean

Taking a step

It’s okay to fall

A friend fell

Time to pick him up

I received a message from someone

On my way

Another adventure

Another chapter

What’s next?

The fun never ends

Up and down the rollercoaster goes

There goes another cheap shot

I guess I’ll turn and take another one

I’ll take everything

This world is full of it

It's full of crap and gold

I want it all

The good and the bad

I have chores

I take out the trash like a man

I’m just a soul whose intentions are good

Oh Lord, I’m being misunderstood

I’m just an instrument

This is not my plan

I walk into a dark valley

I use one of my secret powers and run fast

Gun shots were fired

Were they aiming for me?

Did I cheat?

I’m not the victim or the prey

This world belongs to the brave

It takes courage to withstand the hits

Survival of the fittest

The whistle is blowing, Here we go!

Love is in the air

I’m practicing how to fly

I’m almost there

At night when all the world is sleeping

Do you think of me like I think of you?

My world can be yours too

Take these treasures before somebody tries to steal them

Take my heart

I’m saving everything to share with you

You do exist

I’ll be right back

I’m taking my talents overseas

Another villain arrived

He’s never met me before

Now he’s digging his own grave

I feel the nice breeze

I have an iced cold drink

Received some good news

Paradise is here

This is not a dream

Give me scars and pain

I have more dues to pay

Plus I want a new toy

I pay with works

I work for food

I’m no different than a homeless or a slave

Therefore I’m no different than a king or a knight

I’m capable

I did it for me

Admittedly, I probably did it subliminally for you

But I just met you

I'll call you maybe

Only if you hope to be more than friends.

Wow! I can touch the sky now

Don’t tell anybody

It's a secret for now

I’m saving that for later

Laughing my butt off

Life is a joke

Momma said they’ll be days like this

My phone is ringing

I have to go

Another mission

I love how this crazy world can be beautiful

Live for today!