tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26062987695613471392024-02-07T12:31:39.133-08:00Happiness is WritingTricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.comBlogger74125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-76448719908933511262011-05-17T00:05:00.000-07:002011-05-17T00:09:18.251-07:00The Times of my LifeI've been on many adventures in my lifetime. Considering my sheltered upbringing, I'm quite amazed and extremely blessed when I think of all I've had the opportunity to see and experience. I've visited San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Lake Tahoe, Reno, Baltimore, Washington D.C., Virginia, Newark, Albany, the five Burroughs of NY, Atlanta, Savannah, New Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-6763463574894817172011-03-18T13:28:00.000-07:002011-03-18T13:28:27.573-07:00Standardized Testing breeds unethical, pathetic teachers...Although I'm not a proponent or fan of standardized testing (I hate them, actually), I do find it appalling that teachers, who are entrusted with the education of our children, choose to try and cheat the system by changing test scores themselves (see article by clicking on link below). This unethical behavior contributes to the breeding of a society below the standards expected (based off of Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-10251719471576209452011-01-12T16:24:00.000-08:002011-01-12T16:24:31.160-08:00Last Year vs. TodayLast year about this time I was...Introspectively analyzing my life choices, actions and consequences;
In the midst of wading through one of the toughest personal challenges of my life;
Beginning a new aspect of my career in higher ed;
Unsure of what the future held.
Today I am...Continuously analyzing my life choices, actions and consequences;
Appreciating the strength and support I Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-74879142647798089442010-12-20T13:31:00.000-08:002010-12-20T13:31:04.242-08:00It sure has been a while......but why? Well, it has been a busy, somewhat complicated, extremely eye-opening, emotionally healing time for me during the latter half of this year. Some personal revelations forced me to take a hard look at my self, my choices and the desires I have for my future.
Blogging, I'm certain, will increase in 2011. At least that's the goal as of right now. But until then...
Merry Christmas, Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-47762178739825471962010-10-23T13:23:00.000-07:002010-10-23T13:23:41.602-07:00If you like it and you know it clap your hands...One of my favorite artists has done it again, she's released an album that I can't stop listening to over and over again. This song is one of my favorite's on the album and as usual, her video's are funky and creative. Where would we be without true artists?
Clap Your Hands people!!!
Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-2042442239422664512010-10-19T13:24:00.000-07:002010-10-19T13:24:07.810-07:00This blog is missing...Me!
More soon, dear blog. I'm sorry to have been MIA.Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-54372780648208621432010-09-08T09:15:00.000-07:002010-09-08T09:15:38.844-07:00The HulkSome days I feel like my life is in a vortex. Other days I feel I'm in a holding pattern. At times, though, life is like a rollercoaster ride. Sort of like the one known as The Hulk which can be found at Islands of Adventure in the Universal Studios Theme Park in Orlando, Florida. I've been on it several times while I visited the park with family and friends while living in South Florida. It has Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-71448928502563741592010-08-17T09:07:00.000-07:002010-08-18T15:40:29.704-07:00The way I see it...Almost two months have gone by since my last blog post. Life has been busy with a new term at school starting, a trip to Ecuador for a family wedding, and, the daily ups and downs that life brings. I find myself at a crossroads where I must focus on attending to some personal business that seems to cut into my creative outlets. I haven't written much, felted much or cooked as much as I Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-23382303906959951512010-06-21T12:39:00.000-07:002010-06-21T12:39:17.905-07:00Cuban FoodLiving in South Florida for the nearly six years that I did introduced me to some of the most fantastic cuisine I have ever tasted...Cuban food. Since moving to Phoenix, we haven't had much Cuban food mostly due to the fact that there are only two Cuban restaurants in the Valley of the Sun. One is an overpriced, cuisine-type restaurant but the other is fantastic. The owners are from Miami and of Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-24334699194944207782010-06-20T23:06:00.000-07:002010-06-20T23:34:48.100-07:00Life, as it is...today.Lately I haven't blogged much but life is good, overall. I have good health, love and hope. But life is life and it isn't always perfect. I still believe and experience perfect moments and cherish them within, however.
Sometimes it's the little things in life that we must appreciate. Such as, right now, I'm sitting here, listening to Sia's new album delivered to me early by a wonderful friend. Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-2348747759815645302010-06-15T00:59:00.000-07:002010-06-15T00:59:25.843-07:00HaikuIntricate beauty.
The petals of a flower.
Inspire poems.Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-58734578998780811212010-05-10T23:43:00.000-07:002010-05-10T23:45:47.614-07:00First-Friday in downtown PhoenixOn Friday, my sister Petrina and I joined creative forces and set up a table at the local, monthly art and cultural even here in Phoenix known as First-Friday. There were hundreds of people and we had a good amount of people show interest and even purchased our one-of-a-kind, handmade brooches, hair clips and headbands. Our little creative outlet/hobby is putting us in the middle of the art and Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-40136717121476966972010-04-25T23:44:00.000-07:002010-04-29T01:54:30.524-07:00A Confession from KeithI sat in a room with about 10 other people today and heard a man admit to being an alcoholic. He said he wakes up every morning and has to have a drink to get his day going. While he doesn't drink at work, he can't wait to get home to crack open his first beer. Over the course of his admission, he included that he had served time in prison and had previously been addicted to drugs. He stated all Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-34328723674442026222010-04-22T17:36:00.000-07:002010-04-22T17:36:57.256-07:00An EducatorIn a few minutes I begin teaching my fourth course of the week. As I've mentioned in a previous post, I'm teaching full-time at a local college and I must admit, I'm loving it. (No, I'm not stealing that tag line from McDonald's...notice I actually spell it out fully?) =) Anyhow, each one of us is given the opportunity to do things that bring value and meaning to our lives and the lives of Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-30478081952950744112010-04-19T09:27:00.000-07:002010-04-19T09:29:02.662-07:00EverydayWitty insight or a funny comment. Ticklish licks and kisses from cute doggies. Everyday, moments of laughter.
Reminder of loss or abandonment of a friendship. Words left unspoken. Everyday, moments of pain.
A smile or kindness from a stranger. Witnessing a student connecting with the topic being discussed. Everyday, moments of joy.
Actions that may have hurt the ones loved most. Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-84109472856657321622010-04-13T23:50:00.000-07:002010-04-13T23:50:53.469-07:00Your SonWhen we first met, I remember thinking almost immediately that I could see where he got his eyes, his kindness. You welcomed me into your heart almost immediately and never let me go. Along with your mother and sisters, you all gave him a most special gift you could have ever given him - the natural instinct of how to love, treasure and respect his wife. It's almost as if you each prepared him Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-1571020329008930192010-04-10T13:01:00.000-07:002010-04-10T13:02:53.146-07:00The FishiesSipping my café con leche this early afternoon, I'm sitting here at home in an old, t-shirt type pajama. It's white and has little colorful fishes all around it. It's at least 10 sizes too big on me, but, it's comfy as ever.
The last time I wore it was probably about eight years ago. My husband saved it and it sat folded in a drawer, then in one box after another. It was recently washed, during Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-40080819154161477222010-04-08T21:32:00.000-07:002010-04-08T21:32:13.179-07:00Avante-GardeMany unique individuals, choose to live their lives.
Boundaries pushed in the cultural realm of life.
Social, political and economic reform.
Power of the arts?Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-12815784104199903922010-04-06T21:31:00.000-07:002010-04-06T21:31:20.212-07:00What's in a Diary?A diary, generally meant to be private, tends to be one of the most revealing, soul-baring, explicitly honest, treasure chest of desires, dreams, secrets, hopes, fears, frustrations...the describing words could go on and on. Being one who has kept a diary on and off throughout her lifetime, I cringe at the thought of many of my words going public. Yet, at the same time, it is not my worst fear inTricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-33123923352219345992010-04-03T01:31:00.000-07:002010-04-03T01:31:56.564-07:00Phoenix, First-Friday and DinnerIt was quite a lovely day here in Phoenix. I'm finding myself appreciating this city, which I disliked for so long, more and more every day. Even with the impending heat of summer, I still seem to have a cheery disposition about living in the desert. When I reflect on my attitude about this city, I recognize that much of my disdain had to do with where I was in life, maturity, and experience. Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-45694391839910434492010-03-31T14:10:00.000-07:002010-03-31T14:13:43.659-07:00On Being a WomanGive a girl an education and introduce her properly into the world, and ten to one but she has the means of settling well, without further expense to anybody. (Jane Austen)
Jane said it well. Giving a girl an education gives her the means of relying on no one but herself, should that be required. Certainly, many a girls dream is to find her prince charming, settle into the castle and be taken Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-25537945489165437242010-03-28T13:53:00.000-07:002010-03-28T13:53:48.288-07:00My Father, My DadAcross the table I see a man. In him I see me. Well, not exactly me. I see where 'me' comes from. Or at least partially comes from. He likes to remind me that he's much older, he would say he's much wiser, and there's no denying we're related. As we eat I stare at him; observe, is a better word. His skin color is a dark brown with reddish undertones. Skin color you might normally see derived fromTricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-31430476905887325562010-03-27T21:20:00.000-07:002010-03-27T21:20:22.831-07:00This MomentAll days aren't like this...it was a very good day. Dare I say a perfect day? As perfect as perfect can get. I was taught growing up, that no one is perfect. I don't disagree with that. I was also taught that life isn't perfect. I don't disagree with that either. But no one ever said that a moment or moments in life couldn't be perfect. In reflection, I would have to say that while it was never Tricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-66802386528368790892010-03-26T19:18:00.000-07:002010-03-26T19:27:22.264-07:00HaikuWith sweat on his brow;
the weeds, deep and furious.
Gone, are the past roots.
For my husbandTricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2606298769561347139.post-34583190795274320482010-03-23T16:48:00.000-07:002010-03-23T17:33:41.010-07:00Always Learning"Life always gives us exactly the teacher we need at every moment. This includes every mosquito, every misfortune, every red light, every traffic jam, every obnoxious supervisor (or employee), every illness, every loss, every moment of joy or depression, every addiction, every piece of garbage, every breath."
Charlotte Joko Beck
Mrs. Saafir was Muslim and wore a traditional Muslim turban everyTricia G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/08097597354986696044noreply@blogger.com0