Prayer / Oración

You my friend, have given me courage.

Courage to reveal the depths of my being…

my life was saved by many prayers…

and my mother's prayers 

to Christ and the Virgin Mary

played a significant role.

I was saved for a purpose…

we all serve a purpose.

I must give thanks to prayer,

and more importantly,

those who answered.

Tu mi amigo, me diste coraje.

Coraje a revelar la verdad de mi existencia…

mi vida fue salvada por muchas oraciones…

y las oraciones de mi madre

a Cristo y a la Virgen Maria,

fueron bien importantes.

Fui salvada para un proposito…

todos tenemos un proposito.

Le doy gracias a la oración,

pero mas importante,

le doy gracias a quienes respondieron.

Pray / Rezo

I love hearing your stories…

it makes me smile.

The life experiences you had

led to this very moment.

The cycle of life continues.

You share your words

as you understand your legacy

is created by the memories you leave behind.

Everyday this truth becomes more apparent.

Time is something we can never control,

however, I pray more time

shines upon your physical being…

Me encanta escuchar tus historias….

ellas me hacen sonreír.

Las experiencias que viviste

crean ahora el momento.

El ciclo de la vida continua. 

Tu compartes tus palabras;

entiendes que tu legado ha creado

las memorias que dejas.

Cada día esta verdad es evidente.

El tiempo es algo que no controlamos,

de cualquier forma rezo que el tiempo

sigue dando luz a tu existencia física.

Now

The memory of you 

lingers to today - 

Life has taken us

in two different ways.

Time has allowed

for life to evolve.

Lessons we learned…

problems we solved.

The kindness of life

softness pains of past…

it feels safe to say,

our friendship now can last.

It's Time / Es Tiempo

Words of love and carefree behavior

have permeated my mind…

Life isn't so planned despite my best efforts.

It's as my authentic self

seeks the light from the shadow.

The shadow was created through years

of programs and societal pressures…

This dynamic is ready to transform in one.

Compassion, love, laughter…

the ingredients to my truth are ready…

it's time.

Palabras de amor y conducta despreocupada

han penetrado mi mente…

La vida no es tan planeada a pesar de mis esfuerzos.

Es como si mi ser autentico

busca la luz fuera de la sombra.

La sombra fue creada con años

de programas y presión social…

Esta dinamica esta lista a transformarse en una.

Compasión, amor, y riza…

los ingrediente de mi verdad están listo…

es tiempo. 

I Won't / No Lo Haré

Are you trying to get my attention?

Yes I see you, and feel your presence….

but to be quite honest,

I don't have time for you.

Your temptation of anger, frustration,

tears and misunderstandings

is clearly a barricade to my truth.

So while I understand you exist

and may have to cross your path

every here and there…

it's best for you to know,

I won't let you bring me down.

¿Estas tratando de buscar mi atención?

Si, te veo y siento tu presencia….

pero para ser honesta contigo,

no tengo tiempo para ti.

Tu tentación de enojo, frustración,

lágrimas y malentendidos

son claramente una barricada a mi verdad.

Así, mientras entiendo que existes

y tengo que posiblemente pasar por tu camino

de ves en cuando….

debes saber

no caeré por tu deseo.

Timing

Certain experiences occur

that leave you wondering,

"what was that about?"

The memory gets stored,

maybe it will come back…

maybe it won't.

But nonetheless,

it's a footprint in your journey.

With time, it comes together

or falls apart.

Either outcome is a sign

that something significant 

is being learned.

Timing is the key,

to understand and reach 

breakdowns or breakthroughs….

It's all about growth.

You / Tu

I see you and you do things

to remind me you're around.

With time I've come to understand

it's up to me to see you 

in all aspects of life.

There are days

when there sheer coldness of life

blinds me and I cry.

Those are the days I fight harder

to not lose sight and in exchange

you give me more strength.

Everyday is a blessing

and an opportunity to fulfill

the thoughts in my soul.

Humbly, I thank you

for never leaving my side…

Te veo y haces cosas

para que vea que estas alrededor.

Con tiempo he entendido

que mi meta es verte,

en todos los aspectos de la vida.

Hay días

que las dificultades de la vida

me siegan y lloro.

Durante esos días lucho mas

a no perder la vision y a cambio

tu me das mas fuerza.

Cada día es una bendición

y una oportunidad a cumplir

los pensamientos de mi alma.

Humildemente, te doy gracias

por nunca alejarte de mi lado…

Your Story / Tu Historia

You saw more than you should have…

you heard things not meant for a child…

you were too young to understand.

I'm sorry for your pain,

I'm sorry for the anguish…

I'm sorry it hurt you.

Forgiving me is forgiving you…

it's time to really let go

of the ghosts from the past.

And now that I understand,

I will protect not only you,

but others from feeling alone or scared.

Your lessons were not in vain,

by sharing your stories,

you will help others….

Viste mas de que debías…

escuchaste cosas que no eran para niños…

eras muy joven para entenderlo. 

Pido perdón por tu dolor,

pido perdón por tu angustia…

pido perdón por tu tristeza.

Perdonandome es perdonarte…

ya es tiempo de liberarse

de los fantasmas del pasado.

Y ahora que entiendo,

voy a protejerte no solo a ti,

pero a otros que sientan soledad o temor.

Tus lecciones no fueron en vano,

compartiendo tus historias,

ayudaras a otros...

Honesty of Love / Honestidad de Amor

If you need my hand,

I will give you both.

When I've been down,

you looked forward  

and picked me up.

Judgement doesn't fit

in the arms of love.

motives don't either…

In the honesty of love,

is where truth can be found,

and I thank you 

for helping me understand this.

Si necesitas mi mano

te doy las dos.

Cuando he caído

seguiste mirando hacia adelante

y ayudaste a levantarme.

Jusgar no tiene lugar

en los brazos del amor…

ni tampoco motivos.

En la honestidad del amor,

es donde la verdad se ve,

y te doy gracias

por ayudarme a entenderlo.

Step by Step / Paso a Paso

While this is my life,

daily I'm being reminded 

it's not about me.

The more I keep my mind open

to the possibilities, 

the real purpose of my existence

becomes apparent.

Certain seeds were planted years ago;

what I must remember is,

a tree does not grow over night.

Step by step,

with the help of others 

is how the real mission will breathe life…

and my life is not finish it,

but rather get it started.

Mientras esta es mi vida,

cada día algo me recuerda

que el propósito no soy yo.

Lo mas que mantenga mi mente abierta

a todas las posibilidades,

el propósito real de mi existencia

se vuelve evidente.

Ciertas semillas fueron plantadas hace años;

lo que debo recordar es

que un árbol no crece de un día para otro.

Paso a paso,

con la ayuda de otros,

es como la misión real respira vida…

y mi vida no es terminarla,

mas bien es empezarla.

Words for you…

What will you see…

what will you learn?

If I expose my mistakes

will you know when to turn?

I'll shield you from pain

and cover your eyes…

I hope you'll feel joy,

more than you cry.

And if you shed a tear,

I'll catch it for you…

I'll be an ear to listen,

I'll stand with the truth.

It might be hard to see,

you'll want to give up…

but know it is life,

it won't always feel so tough.

When you feel so lost,

just hold your hands high…

God will listen baby,

he will see love in your eyes.

That voice in your heart,

the one that grows louder with years…

find it and nurture it -

it will protect you from fears.

Changing Fear / Cambiando el Temor

If fear did not exist,

what would I be doing?

Would the crazy dreams I aspire,

feel so crazy?

What about the big ideas

that feels so right,

but I'm not sure how to do it….

without fear, would I figure it out?

Fear does exist but maybe if I remove 

the negative aspect of it,

I might be able to use it as a spring - 

a spring to make things happen.

What I do know is,

if I repeat the same nothing changes.

And that is ok…

but if I want more then its up to me,

to create the momentum and follow through.

Si el temor no existiera,

que estaría haciendo?

Los sueños grandes que aspiro,

sentirían lo inmenso de ellos?

Que pasa con la ideas grande,

las ideas que siento tienen que existir,

pero no estoy segura de como empezar….

sin temor, podría adivinarlo?

El temor existe pero si le quito

el aspecto negativo,

puedo convertirse en acción,

acción para realizar mis sueños.

Lo que se es que

al repetir lo mismo nada cambia.

Y eso esta bien….

pero si quiero mas, depende de mi

al crear el cambio y seguirlo.

Less is More

'Less is more'

while these words ring true,

'more' sometimes is the cover for love.

In the busy hustle of life,

when time doesn't seem to last,

it might feel like 'more' to show emotion.

But maybe the receiving end of the emotion,

would be elated to hear your 'more'…

Maybe by releasing your 'more'

you will receive more than expected.

And if you learn to expect nothing,

then all you receive will feel like a gift.

Not a bad perspective to consider...

All That Matters / Lo Mas Importante

'One day at a time'

the only thought right now.

I can plan, think, strategize

and while all this organizes me,

it doesn't guarantee anything.

There is a level of faith

that exceeds any of my planning.

While it might sound counterintuitive,

it is my core.

Staying close to this energy,

when everything fights me 

to not have faith, is all I can do.

My heart is sound…

that is all that matters.

'Dia por dia'

el unico pensamiento ahora.

Puedo planear, pensar, tener estrategias

y mientras me organizo 

no hay nada garantizado.

Hay un nivel de fe

que es superior a mi habilidad de planear.

Puede sonar contrario a la lógica,

pero es mi centro.

Estando cerca a esta energia,

cuando todo trata de quitarme la fe, 

es lo unico que puedo hacer.

Mi corazón es fuerte…

esto es lo mas importante.

Tempted / Tentar

As I reflect on my energy,

there are a few things I observe.

I have an extraordinary amount,

and when released,

I experience high levels of creativity.

When this energy stays in my head…

I'm not a happy camper.

The point is, I recognize it.

I have to choose what to react to…

I won't allow my feelings to get hurt,

over things that really aren't important.

I must stay true to my vision,

the voice in my heart.

At the end of the day, it's what will count…

not the unnecessary layers

I get tempted to engage in.

Cuando reflexiono en mi energia

hay ciertas cosas que observo.

Tengo mas que suficiente,

y cuando le dejo salir,

tengo momentos elevados de creatividad.

Cuando esta energía queda en mi cabeza…

no soy feliz.

El punto ahora, es que lo reconozco.

Tengo que elegir a que reaccionar…

no puedo dejar que mis sentimientos sean heridos,

por cosas que realmente no son importantes.

Tengo que ser fiel a mi vision,

y a la voz de mi corazón.

en los días finales de la vida, es lo que cuenta…

no situaciones innecesarias

que tratan de tentarme.

Back in Perspective / En Perspectiva de Nuevo

Frustration is a part of life.

There are moments

where you can't see the light,

but you have to remember, 

it does exist.

Through time, perseverance 

and above else, your effort,

is when things will change.

I've recently needed 

to remind myself of this…

and now things are back in perspective.

Frustración es parte de la vida.

Hay momentos

cuando no se puede ver la luz,

pero tienes que recordar

que si existe.

Con tiempo, con perseverancia

y lo mas importante, tu esfuerzo,

es cuando las cosas comienza a cambiar.

Recientemente necesité

recordarlo…

y ahora todo está 

en perspectiva de nuevo.

Very Near

If I let you see,

what's inside of me - 

will you see the truth,

can I really be free?

Mistakes have been made

but not with ill intent,

decision tied to youth,

decisions I repent.

I'm dying to come out,

let go of past ghosts…

they've haunted me long enough

a new life wants it's post.

But for this to occur,

I need to let go of the fear - 

I will not be judged,

the future is very near.

Seasons Change

Seasons change

with spring there is life…

In life you feel happy,

you also feel strife.

It's all for a purpose

in time you will grow,

wisdom is certain -

like the wind will blow.

Keep your head up

and talk to your soul…

at the end of they day,

it's all you will know.

Continue On / Continuar

The winds have picked up speed;

the turbulent skies

are determined to blow out the candle…

The gusts are so powerful,

the flicker of the light almost disappear.

Hold on little candle…

your light represents deeper truths

than the eye can see…

This moment shall pass -

your light must continue on.

El viento ha tomado mas fuerza;

el cielo turbulentp

está determinado a apagar la luz de la vela…

Las ráfagas son tan poderosas,

que la llama de la luz casi desaparece.

Aguanta vela pequeňa…

tu luz representa verdades profundas

mas de lo que la vista puede ver…

Este momento pasará -

tu luz tiene que continuar.

Light Within / Luz Interior

You keep morphing and changing

so I cannot see your face…

the closer I run to you

the further you go

as if to keep pushing me along.

There are moments I get tired,

and am ready to throw in the towel…

yet you do something to remind me,

my efforts are not in vein.

I apologize for sometimes doubting,

giving up and wanting to let go….

thankfully your wisdom

is strong enough to pull me out of the dark.

So here is another morning,

another opportunity to change…

I will make the best of it.

Tu sigues cambiando

para que no pueda reconocer tu cara…

entre  mas  me acerco

mas te alejas

como si trataras de empujarme.

Hay momentos que siento cansancio

de todo y quiero darme por vencida…

pero tu haces algo para recordarme

que mis esfuerzos no son en vano.

Te pido perdón por a veces tener dudas,

sentirme vencida y queriendo alejarme…

gracias que tu sabiduría 

es suficiente fuerte para sacarme de la obscuridad.

Bueno, aquí esta otra mañana,

otra oportunidad…

haré lo mejor que pueda con ella.