Highlights 2010

It is amazing how one's journey changes its path often!

God is the only editor who approves the 'final manuscript' in life.
The Lord reminds me of the following Truth often, "There is a season for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven. A time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot, a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to tear down and a time to build, a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance, a time to scatter stones and a time to gather them, a time to embrace and a time to refrain, a time to search and a time to give up, a time to keep and a time to throw away, a time to tear and a time to mend, a time to be silent and a time to speak, a time to love and a time to hate, a time for war and a time for peace' Ecclesiastes 3: 1-8.

My faithful, 14y/o feline companion "Singh" suffered from severe cardiovascular disease; euthanasia was the only option rendered after hospitalization (January 18). Singh will always be remembered...a white Turkish Angora who was rescued from Miami streets in 1996. Singh enjoyed tuna treats, and slept in bed with his younger brother side by side. Three days later, I adopted Faith. He has revolutionized our home in less than a year. Faith loves to flush the toilet, open-up drawers and kitchen cabinets, tear things apart and plays 'rough' with his older brother, GQ.

In April, I celebrated 43rd birthday with my folks, high school friend, and relatives in Florida. Spending time with family and relatives is always a top priority in my life. Mom was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease after surviving cancer twice in the past four years, Unfortunately, she is in denial and refuses to take prescribed medication. Dad's health has deteriorated rapidly in the past six months. Fortunately, both of them are still able to travel back and forth to Venezuela at least once a year.

This past summer, I traveled to North Carolina and enjoyed a 'writers' conference sponsored by Proverbs 31 ministries, and learned more about the discipline of writing and the therapeutic value of it.  Blogging allows me the opportunity to reflect back in life in the midst of a fast-paced world... my innermost desire is to slow down and enjoy the simplest things in life.

Professionally, I decided to pursue the professional license in Clinical Psychology after 18 years of Clinical practice. I am  licensed as a Mental Health Counselor in Florida, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst Internationally. Early Fall, TN Board of Examiners in Psychology accepted the application including former EPPP scores. The Board is now requesting a passing score for the Ethics Exam. It will be scheduled early next year. Once licensed, I may consider part-time, private practice.

Personally, I continue to embrace solitude, unfold the treasures of singleness and value the beauty of genuine friendships. I pray for continued wisdom and discernment as I continue to explore dating opportunities. Timing is a critical issue in dating. I am praying for a Christian man who is ready to take a leap of Faith...The Truth is that "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily-angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails" 1 Corinthians 13:1-8.

Spiritually, I continue to grow in my Faith each day, I realize that God's timing is perfect.

Regarding hobbies, I played the "Danse Macabre" at the Fall Recital and achieved a higher level in piano-playing. I started playing piano at age 13 but daily practice is an issue due to career expectations, life stressors and time-constraints. I participated in two recitals this year; spring and fall. I would like to learn three-movements, Mozart Sonata this coming year.
Facebooking has been a valuable resource to stay connected with family and friends around the globe including Spain, Canada, Mexico, USA, London, Venezuela, Peru, Iraq and Switzerland. Although I have to admit, I am a facebook 'junkie' !!! I am learning not to 'facebook' while driving; I almost had a head collision late summer. Yes!, I'm embarrassed to admit but need to accept my foolishness in order to change behavior.