New Chapter of Thinking

Old San Juan, Puerto Rico 

I found myself waking up at sunrise this morning, like in Puerto Rico. I don't know what happened to me but I am so glad I took time to for myself. I got to experience the simple life and gather new memories with my family and remember what this is life is all about. 

I want to be successful, not to gather mountains of money or to live a greedy life. I want to be successful because I want to live to my fullest potential and not what society feels is well enough for me. I am Puerto Rican, I fell so aware of that today. Maybe it's culture shock, but today I am aware. I want to be a thriving and fulfilled woman. I reflect on the wisdom of my grandfather as he shares stories of being assumed to be "another dumb Puerto Rican," based off of the color of his skin or accent in his speech. It made me aware of myself and how important it is to work hard and achieve. 

Isla Verde, Puerto Rico

He also spoke to me about how any opportunity we are given has the potential to create a future or waste before you even have enough time to dream. Its all based on the decisions we make in life and the roads we choose to take."Think about tomorrow, not just today," he said. Sometimes it takes time for lessons to register, but today I find myself reflecting. How will my tomorrow build a future for myself? How can I make choices today to set a foundation for myself? 

Now I am back in my city and although I do love Chicago I can't help to think about the island I left yesterday, How beautiful it would be to see palm trees out the window and to hear the crashing ocean waves. Instead I am surrounded by so much diversity, people talking business, everyone on a time crunch and ever most importantly "opportunity." I promise myself to make the most of these opportunities that I have now and wouldn't over there. 


This Puerto Rican wants a slice of the "American Pie" a BIG one! If I put my mind to it I know I will achieve it. Stay tuned friends, change is in the air.