Chilling Out....

What Intentions Means

I is for Impressive N is for Nutty T is for Terrific E is for Enthusiastic N is for Neglected T is for Tempting I is for Ideal O is for Odd N is for Nice S is for Sensitive

What Does Your Name Mean?

Wow what a year. We all watch shows, people, situations, and imagine the things that we strive for, the things that we want, how to go about it, and sometimes don't go about it the right way. I guess that is where that statement "Live and Learn" comes from...all those comments come from the same book of "If I knew then what I know now". I've said be-careful what you wish for it just might present itself in front of you when you think there is no way someone can read what it is you want. Be careful what you desire, it might come true, and then what? Sometimes those moments that forever change your life, also leave you a bit out in the cold full of more questions regardless that it solidifies other areas that you had doubt about at one time. Everything does happen for a reason. Why? Well that will all come out later. Take care of yourself. That comes first right? If you don't take care of you body, mind, soul, how could you possibly be good around others, especially those that you care for?

Chill out, another word for patience, take it easy, don't rush moments, savor the times, tuck them away. They are yours and yours alone. Some moments you want to scream out to the world, the thing is that they are more special when you keep them to your self due to they are your moments, and no matter how descriptive, no matter how much you could explain it to the point that someone could relate, it just isn't the same because it was yours, personal, and that is it. To every individual we all have different scales, so what affects some of us that leaves us breathless, might of been just a moment to others.
Take those moments as at least they wanted to spend that moment with you, gave you all that they could, and that was more than enough. I won't lie, it is easier said than done. Less is more, less is more, less is more. Get it? Nope I didn't for a while, and the more I take a step back in all the moments 2007 brought me, I've realized that being an open book isn't the best choice. All you can offer is a good ear. A good shoulder. Good support.

How do you pull a moment close, and make it stay? I haven't quite figured it out, but I'll stay determined that you should tell those that matter to you the most what they mean to you. You should tell those that doubt themselves due to fear that you have faith in them, and that it isn't unusual to be scared, but turn that fear into drive to overcome it. Tell those that sometimes feel abandonment that they need to have confidence, and with that confidence it will bring a magnetism that they will have to start seeking out alone time.

2008 will bring us all more moments, intensity, overwhelming events, and at the same time all those things will propel us to pull that power within, uniqueness, and propel us all towards a more fulfilling year of accomplishments.

Happy New Years! Happy 2008.

Goodbye my little angel.

Goodbye my angel. Goodbye my sweet. Goodbye my unexpected surprise. Your heartbeat next to mine completed my puzzle. I'm sorry that we didn't get to meet face to face, but I know you are my angel, and I will always carry you in my soul.


I never thought I would know the feeling of a life inside me. The unexpected surprise was one that most go, uh oh, and I was jumping out of my skin wanting to announce it to the world! Unfortunately in life "Things happen for a reason" and not all events make it to their day of arrival. My faith helps me cope with not being angry, but my heart is heart broken. The future will bring new events when the time is right.

2007 , and every year for everyone, entails so much for all of us. Up and Down, sad moments, happy moments, moments that take your breath away, moments that give you butterflies and desire that you wish you could have at a moments notice, and events that bring in people into your life that you realize people are some of  the little gifts from GOD to get us through the journey we have all been given to live and feel "ALIVE". My opinion on life remains the same "Live hard, Love hard, Laugh hard" Enjoy all the little accomplishments and situations as much as all the big ones. Most of the time all the little accomplishments are just the fun little rewards leading us all to those major accomplishments. Be honest, and open to those that put in the same effort in life that you do. Don't take things for granted, don't regret, learn when it is needed, listen when it's the right time, express yourself, state your opinions, respect, keep an open mind, listen to yourself, and don't be afraid to put yourself out there for if you do not take a chance you will miss out on life. We have all been granted abilities. Use them, share them, and support those that you see the uniqueness of talent within so that others may share in the beauty of the gifts that we all have hidden. We all have gifts it just some of us have them hidden until we figure them out, or how learn to put them to good use.

All this being said, learn from life that some people, and some things have to be let go. Sometimes we have to let go of situations, people to give ourselves the opportunity to bring new people, appreciate the ones we have that we have not invested correctly in, and open ourselves up to situations that we never imagined we could find.

If something is too hard, and you have given it your best. Good "INTENTIONS" not selfish, then let it go. It will be o.k.

Listening to Thania Sanz. Again someone I support due to originality, depth, and a mentor of talent and life. This is one of the many songs she sings, wrote, produce, and the lucky ones that get to her gigs see her  sing live. The song is called "No Vale La Pena" which means it's not worth it. So let go of the weights that hold you back so you can enjoy life, move forward, move ahead. Check out that song and more on her website www.thaniasanz.com Music is therapy, what ever style you choose to march to the beat of your life.

Thank you for the support and opinions.

Mile In These Shoes...

Walk a mile in my shoes....I heard that new song the other day and it made me think....

Who said that your problems are worse than theirs or vice versa? I have never believed no matter what I'm going through that my roadblocks are more important than those of others. I do believe and have learned recently that when something comes up deal with it to the best of your ability and move ahead, because as I've been told, no one wants to hear you whine over and over. Situations affect us all in very different ways. What is on the top of one persons list might be on the bottom of another list, and what is that last thought of one person might be the top priority of another.

Every day we pray, wish, hope that we can reach the goal that we have set out for ourselves. Some things surprise us, some situations take us by surprise, and some moments take our breath away so much that it inspires us to strive for more. Crossroads appear in life, and as soon as you pick which way to go, roadblocks pop up. Those mean take a step back and re evaluate your situation. I imagine once the doubt is cleared you keep moving forward.




I heard a great quote the other day :
"Advice is what we ask for when we already know the answer but wish we didn't." So true. Our inner voice tells us what it is we want, and what it is that we need to do, but so many things attribute doubt that you double guess your happiness. All I know is if you don't shed your shells, end up where you would like, keep the people that fulfill you close it will be difficult to reach true happiness, and I was told "Get it straight, and welcome to life!" It's funny you know ...I see my self as an observer. I listen...YES I DO...and try to take in different views. We live in such a diverse world full of so many incredible people, things, opportunities, it would just be uneducated to not to not listen, view, try, you get the point.

Friends are our new families. As we get older, and enjoy our immediate family, we also realize as we make our own lives that family becomes extended with friends, because in the end as we all get older that is the new generation family that will be by your side. I miss my extended family, and slowly settling back home, I look forward to catching up with everyone in Florida.

Thank you all for your observations. Keep them coming.

Florida

Aha...be careful what you wish for it just might come true. Be careful what you strive for you might just get what you want...now all of these things are good things, so I'm not complaining.

How do you handle overwhelmed? If you are happy are you allowed to go through the emotion of overwhelmed? What if the business that you have worked for is finally starting to pay off? What if the impossible miracle clicked and has begun? Finally back home after seven years. I can't believe that I get to be around my family. I wake up and look around, and just can not believe how lucky I am. With all that luck comes the bitter sweet. I miss my extended family of friends. The support I have received, love, fun, experiences, it has been priceless, and has helped me become the person I am today.

Florida is my home. Scott, and all of you are also a part of my home. Home is in my soul. The rest it is just icing on the cake. Tonight's blog is just short and sweet. Think about what you want (my little grasshoppers). I will tell you again. I was blessed a few months ago to come across a woman that just set me straight and woke me up again...woke me up so hard, I have found my way spiritually, personally, professionally and now my health has rid all those bad toxins. I swore from that experience I would push my friends to note their strong qualities personally, and professionally. I wish I would of had someone care enough/or just do it to be a good person, to set me straight years ago. Life is about learning, striving to be better, be stronger, work harder, love others and so much more that it will be another topic. Most of all though, it is to be a mentor, a listener, and a great support to those that have provided you through your daily routines and events in their own ways.

I miss you all very much, and look forward soon to getting set up just right to have you all come visit too, and I will show you all around my stomping grounds.

Goodnight for now.

College Football Saturday Thoughts

"Oh brother" that is all I can say about some comments through out the various sites. Everyone is entitled to their O P I N I O N S...careful about what words you choose...WHY? Figure it out.

I am truly blessed to have the relationships in my life that I have...I love that I am surrounded by people of faith, love, family, and positivity. I am blessed to be surrounded by very faithful people that realize to appreciate GOD or whatever higher power you choose, you don't have to jam it down someone's throat or make it a point to explain all the time. Having faith or beliefs all you have to do is take those lessons of life, and faith and apply them to your day to day interactions. It's not how hard you practice at your faith, it's whether or not you are truly learning and living as you are being taught. Many are not, and say they are.... Always take the higher road, and never poke at someone's ego. That is all I will discuss about this topic because faith is different for all of us. What level, how we express it, where we go...all in all. Live what you are taught, and practice what you preach. Better yet don't preach, listen, support, guide.

Happiness....it is what you make of it. It is enjoying the moment, and striving for more...it is so many things.

Other than that again. I had everyone I needed around me last night. Thank you. Thank you my friends for your kind words, your constant support, and warm kindness. I look forward to many more great conversations, laughs, and growth. Not too much to say today...Just trying to absorb all the major changes and all the new things coming our way.

So pour a glass of bubbly and celebrate cause today is the when the old comes to an end , and the new, wow boo, I can't wait!

Amor, Amor, Amor

It has been an interesting few weeks understanding loves. Understanding friends relationships, understanding how much so many of us have in common (or do we? you know who you are).

In the past few blogs I was writing about why so many hurt, suffer pain. I had seen so many extremes and how it was one thing or another and the only one thing in every relationship that you can overdose on( and it is o.k.) is communication (how ever you choose to express it, or how creative you want to get). It is so hard at times watching relationships where you can see the love so clearly but I don't know if it's pride, or fear that people hold back what they need to say? I know that sometimes it is easier to tell an indirect person what you want to say due to being let down, or hurt just flat out sucks, but wouldn't it suck more to just miss out on something amazing or find out now if it is even worth all that worry?

We get this great opportunity at life. We have the ability to communicate, act, show up in life so go for it.

I've been told that I'm an awesome girl for many different reasons (and to those who have given me that compliment thank you)...I am in my own way....but so are many people out there....

Another thing I've seen is people say that they are open minded but label and assume (it's very disappointing) in two seconds. You either are open minded or very CLOSED minded. You can't tell me that you are the most romantic person on earth but sleep around every day with whom ever because you just haven't found the one, or the one isn't where you are at in life. is that really a turn on quality? It is very difficult for people to figure out what type of person you are if you act tough and like you don't care in public, and then another way alone, and then switch again. If people would just be themselves...wow what a movement that would be. I have met so many amazing people and some I can mix up in a room all at once, and some I really can't. The really can't folks are because these walls or people come out that I go...um...where did you go?

Why do some people chase, to let go, to have you let go, and then get upset when you leave them alone? What is it that you want?

I'm lucky to have the relationship in my life, my friends, and my family. Those who have me close enjoy life and laughter, and for those that pushed to much...I wish you well...I'll miss you....but it's time to let some of you go.

Relationships

So, I didn't realize that people just will say something mean, over saying something constructive. Thank you ANONYMOUS that felt the need to go there...Great observation, and reminder sometimes you can't reach everyone.

It's like I was saying on the last blog. I didn't disagree with peoples opinions. Like I stated what works great for one relationship might not be for another.... Some relationships want to hear "Tell me you love me" others want the actions to show "love" What LOVE is for one person isn't the same for another....I was talking with some friends that supported that statement....I.E. Cuddling, intimacy might fulfill one person, while someone helping out around the house or mowing the yard might fulfill another.

Everything is so touchy because once you think you have it all figured out, something comes out of the blue and throws the famous curve ball. Friends with benefits...good, great...but doesn't someone always get hurt? Isn't there someone that always has a little bit more invested? I guess I'm a hopeless romantic that way. Is it called friends with benefits because it is the new version of figuring out what you want? Just some questions.

I have seen so many different types of relationships, and from all I've taken in a lot. I think in observations if we try a little bit of everything, it helps a relationship grow and become stronger.

We'll keep it short today. I'll have more to say this week.
Thank you again for your comments.

Amen Sista!

No kidding. It truly is amazing. The politics of certain elements needed to get something approved. Sometimes I think companies are wanting trouble. I mean really. If I were to follow...lets say a process to a certain company to get something approved, and they were trying to categorize it the wrong way to avoid payment. Don't they realize that there is still a trail of paperwork for the person following a correct process, to achieve the best results to complete that particular account/claim? Don't they want you to better the situation to resolve the matter? Do you want to spend more money trying to get out of something, than finding the quickest resolution and paying a much smaller price? I THINK NOT!!!

O.K. I promised about relationships. Oh my young grasshoppers it has been fun listening. In relationships of ANY KIND...it will all depend. Stand on your ground, but you can not enjoy life if you have everything in a "this is how it's going to be". Haven't you all figured out yet that life will throw you curve balls???? I mean if you are in a routine where you know even when you are going to "poop" are you really living your life, and enjoying your relationships to the fullest?

Sometimes, events will happen in your life that you never imagined. Events that before you were ever in a relationship where you were IN love not just lust, or like, love ya, you promised you would just walk out. But the thing about relationships is that is all DEPENDS. were they jerks, did they just make a mistake? I mean really. Can you call your self perfect? I mean we all try to be our best, and do our best, but again I will say even with the best intentions, sometimes some pretty bad things happen and not to be negative, sometimes some amazing things happen.

I've heard conversations about cheating...ha what a topic. People think that cheating is just about a sexual relationship. Um, nope. Did you know that if you confide in someone more than you confide in your partner/what ever your relationship then that is actual cheating also? Yep. I hear that SEX is so important in a relationship...Listen I will be the first one to tell you if it was a required daily meal most everyone would be happy, but it is only P A R T of the whole picture. Everything in a relationship, talking, sharing, intimacy etc. It all has to have it's distribution in a relationship. Too much of one thing and none of another is called being an extremist. Nothing when pushed to an extreme works. It just irritates. If you can't understand let me give you a few examples. If you work too much you are probably missing some key elements in your personal life. Missing out. If you are all about friends and family with no balance, you work will probably suffer. If you use your cell phone all the time, no matter how many free minutes you have it will cost you a lot in the long run. If you work out too much you can harm your body instead of getting it healthy. Get it? If not goodnight. If yes, proceed.

For those of you that SEX is just SEX. Hmmm. Good I guess. But I can't understand why you would say that you would drop someone if they cheated on you, "if sex is just sex" . Maybe you can explain that one to me.

Also all relationships work different. So don't judge those that go outside of what your "norm" entails. It might surprise you that there are many variety of relationships that actually have it figured out on how to feel like you just fell in love, and how to keep it fresh. As long as the rules in those relationships have been set, and things are clear between the people involved it will be a fine relationship.

Next time. Forgive, Forget, Forward, Friends with....

Intensions & Observations

Buenas Noches.
The story of intentions and observations continues. Isn't it funny how a sincere human being does the things that they do just because they want to, and society has let us down so much that people question nice acts?

Jobs, partnerships, relationships, they all work the same. To assist each other. Teamwork. I question when a third party questions my responsibility or have I thought things through??? Hmm, why do you ask? Are you unsure about the decisions in your life you'll live vicariously through mine? I don't mean those questions to guide and assist for the best results. I mean the ones that ask you to sacrifice yourself. Hmmm. Intentions?

Live hard. Love hard. Laugh hard. Pretty simple. Work, Play, Faith. Easy. Just remember that all I'm saying is take a step back. Remember that if you want something in life you have to go for it. Fear and all. Fear sometimes is what finally gets us off our tails. If you love someone tell them now, don't wait. If you feel like you are in the wrong place, and you have seriously given it a chance, get out. If you think there is something better for you out there, search for it.

We as individuals have to look out for ourselves. No one else will. We will have people support us, help us, tell them thank you, but they will not hold our hands, and do it for us. Don't confuse help with expecting something. Don't make people read your mind, just say what you have to say. I assure you that you will get farther in life if you are direct, honest, and work for it. Even those that just get lucky, for the few that do, and appreciate I tip my hat to you, for many they get things so easy, they mess it up just as fast at they got it.

Don't forget your manners. This is a life that we have all been given the opportunity to try, and try, and succeed. Guess what? If you fail...you can try again.

As the artist Thania Sanz says "Lo que ya paso, paso" What happened, has happened, and she goes on to tell you look in the mirror, and sometimes you'll have to accept change to become better. Go check it out. www.myspace.com/thaniasanz or my other page www.myspace.com/cathylu30 it's playing on that page.

This week we will talk about Relationships. I've been observing how everyone knows the answer, and so many young grasshoppers have it figured out....and you'll have to wait. :o)

Calm Down...SMILE TODAY

As a favorite song of mine says..."Mañana Vendra" it means "Tomorrow will come" Go BUY ALAS PARA VOLAR by THANIA SANZ (www.thaniasanz.com) and the song is completely translated by THANIA SANZ.

Listen life is about figuring out who you are...not forgetting yourself. I'll admit, I got lost, lost it. Take it as you wish. I am starting new. You never just leave or walk away from a marriage, partnership, relationship what ever you want to call it. You strive to live honestly. Move ahead. Of course you don't throw anything away. Yes marriage is good, bad, sickness, health...so is every other meaningful relationship in your life.

I was told how amazing enjoying life would be when I peeled away the layers of b.s. How much more will you enjoy if you stop, and take a good look at yourself?

The journey ahead is as one friend put it, a set of cards. Lucky, but.... THEY are just not set up right. I have to flip some over, discard some, etc. I'm no poker player can you tell? THE SOMEONE ELSE being left behind is ME. I'm leaving the person that lost the creative side, and just settled into a routine. I didn't challenge myself. You know what that made me selfish, selfish for not enjoying everything life has to offer. There are signs in life, some lessons, some times not feeling so great, that are ways that GOD (or whatever higher power or science you believe) tells you MOVE! DO SOMETHING! I'm doing it. I don't need to say anything else (I know funny on a blog) I just need to act. There has been enough discussion, and not enough action. I'm excited to see what the next 7 years of my life will bring. HELL, I'm excited to see what tomorrow will bring.

To answer some of the questions:
Nothing but myself was holding me back...so I'm stepping aside to give myself a chance. :o)
Of course I'll make up my own mind about my life. Thank you for saying that. I'm using this as observations about life. Can't move forward if you can't make up your own mind. Again as a wise person told me..."Focus, even when the ride is hard go for it!, learn how to live with yourself and you'll have sane relationships..."I could go on but you get the point and I'll say as this person said "BILL FOR SESSION"


INTENTIONS Bloggers. The end result may not always turn out as expected but it will definitely allow you to sleep at night. Know that you have put your best foot forward, and always give the relationships in your life enough credit to be honest/straight.

FYI I married my best friend. Someone that on my worst days still catches me.

Fragile

Fragile. Every day it is a challenge to stay positive. You wake up, you tell yourself all of these wonderful affirmations, you promise no matter what, P O S I T I V E.
What if within all of this positivity you realize fate, time, it has all come to a moment, when that positive side, that strength...well you hit a bit of a break down? It's not o.k. right? Get over it, stop feeling sorry for yourself, everyone goes through worse...well you know what? What ever we all go through this is not a competition, and we are all built different. I think the main point MOST of us strive towards is to love, be good, kind, work hard, so we can play hard. Remember WORK TO LIVE, not LIVE TO WORK. Balance is the trick. The YING/YANG

I have always told people on a bad day, a day they cry or just need to let loose, it's o.k. We are human and every once in a while you just have to cry. It's o.k. to feel overwhelmed? 7 years to the day I moved to this state, is 7 years to the date I'm about to leave it. I'm leaving it with heartbreak, I'm leaving it with lost dreams, I'm leaving it having learned a lot. I'm ready for whatever is next...I'll admit I'm overwhelmed. Am I the only one when the carpet has been pulled out from under you enough times you know what you want, BUT how do you get there? Don't answer just do it, cause I'm doing it. I just feel alone, and yes it is good to be alone, know how to enjoy being alone, but not great all the time. Why chase me? Really? Why? You all tell me.

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Enjoy.

Tired

Tired. That is the power of the testers in our lives. They want to see if they can tire you out of what your goal, intension, you get the point. Test, Test, Test, what is all that about? I really don't get it. Be straight. Get to the point. Don't waste my time, cause you are wasting yours too. Times are changing, and storms have come and left...the point is what have I learned. Well, the obvious is not what have I learned is am I putting it to practice (A wise person told me)? That is the hardest of all isn't it. We all now what we should do, how we should behave, and when to do things, but are we doing them??? I have learned that no matter how much you love someone, you can't love someone to better themselves if they do not want to. I have learned that no matter how good your intensions.... selfish, is selfish, and looking out for yourself is another thing. I have learned that if you threaten me then you'll lose. I know what roles I have played in relationships, and I do practice the rule of treat people how I wish to be treated, and be honest with them, because if you can't be direct with someone then don't waste your time, or thiers as I stated before...I'm moving on. I'm dropping all the negative. I'm not saying you can't have a bad day, I am saying don't make your bad day my fault. Get it? Got it? Good?

Go jam out to some good music now would ya?

Welcome Mac

Welcome Mac, Welcome back Cat....it has been a ride....Sony mother board died...since I'm joining the world of Graphic Design and Promotions again...yes I'm back...well it was time to join the Mac world. I feel like the first day of school, excited...and at the same time realize I have a lot to learn. Knowledge is power....so far...so good...and it's only going to get better...plus the Gators are doing just fine....

It's like I say, everytime you think you are getting everything in order...a new curve ball hits ya. That is o.k. The point is to shrug it off and keep reaching for the stars. I know a lot of you are like...come on Cathy...really...really...remember what I said about being thankful. Realize that just because you're thankful for what you have doesn't lessen the desire to strive for more...it just keeps you real...it keeps you grounded...and keeps you ahead of those that try to destroy your happiness. People forget that you don't have to destroy due to a bad day...talk it out, walk it out, share it, and move forward...if not, it will become a slippery slope that will start separating you from the positive forces of nature, and the opportunities that are probably right under your noses. Keep your chins up, keep your selves in check....and most of all, don't forget to compliment, say hello, and thank you to those that pass you by...even if you will never see them again. Be an example....set an example...


How is everyone? I'll be back full force soon...so don't worry. I will keep everyone happy that loves "Deep Thoughts by Catworks". Thank you for your support, and enjoy the links.

I can see clearly now...

It's amazing what you notice when you are out of your usual routine. I have spent the last few months outside my usual routine that if you knew me, you could probably track me down to the minute where I was every second of the day...till my head hit the pillow. Well, life changes, and things happen, and finally you are almost forced out of a routine....that has been a bittersweet experience for me so far. I have traveled due to events, and at the same time caught up with my life...you know the one you ignore due to consistently taking care of business you kind of forget about yourself.

I noticed today...those who speak like they have learned it all, have it all, really have nothing. I don't mean it as a put down...I mean life ...even when I was in my military routine...it's about paying attention...and if you do know about something..then share...teach...learn more. You can be good at something, but if you realize that there is always room for improvement you can be great at something...it leads back to settling. I don't want to settle. I don't want to seem like I have it all...and I definitely know I don't know it all...that is why I always ask for your feedback. It's just life. Different backgrounds, preferences...I want to know what is on your mind.

Today was a day to remember...but we should remember everyday...give thanks. I'll say it for every HOLIDAY, Birthday, Anniversary, you get the point. Why does society go nuts on one day? Do they even remember what the event is all about? I mean it should be noted everyday..love..everyday...life...one more year...how about another day? What do you all think?

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Media Relations, Public Relations, Graphic Design

• Graphic design skills include personal/company logos and press packets.
• Creative thinker with original thoughts.
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Projects Completed

• Promotions Pack, Layout and design of promotions pack for performers/artist.
• Logo, Layout and design for various types of promotional flyer's.
• Logo, Layout and design of posters for promotions for IDAVEND Co., including poster design and layout for David Copperfield event.
• Logo, Layout and design of logo for Gator Stomping t-shirt provide by InSite Magazine
• Logo, Designed magazine ad for apartment complex for InSite Magazine
• Logo, Designed Logo for disc jockey's show
• Greeting Cards, Developed and designed greeting card line with "slap-in-the-face" humor.
• Special occasion banners, Painted cartoons on graffiti/mural wall for birthdays and anniversaries
• Pamphlet, Designed safe sex awareness pamphlet for Boys and Girls Club of Alachua County, including both cartoon illustrations and copyrighting.

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Crank me up....

Sound off, one...two...three...four. Wow. Just when you think life can not surprise you...well...it does. Just when you are about to hang up your skates...thing start falling into place. It's very overwhelming at times..and it takes very thick skin to put your self out there...but if you are striving for more in life...and you want to better your situation...you have to reach outside of your comfort zone.

Again. Most business is about knocking on doors...and you have to keep at it...especially when you know that what you have to offer is an excellent product. No the product is not just excellent because it's yours...but because of the work, time, talent put into it. We live in a society where everything is instant gratification and image...digital cameras, text messages, instant messages, e-mails...does anyone use their home line any more? Does anyone take the time to write a hand written letter? Do you realize that beautiful person can be really ugly inside thus makes them ugly on the outside, and the one that is gorgeous on the inside...oozes it out, and adds it to the beauty on the outside?

It makes all of the difference, take the time to look, really look, listen, really listen, and be patient...

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Networking

The correct way to do business is to do what ever works... I will hold on to that phrase. I mean how did everyone else get to where they are? If you ask them regardless of the certain rules, and manners to follow, the ones that stand out did it just a bit different than everyone else.

I'm going to play by that rule. Stand out. Stick out. Be heard. Let's play.

Artist Thania Sanz

Everyone keeps hollering, dancing, and requesting... Thania Sanz! You can find out all about her at the attached links that will direct you to her official web page. http://www.thaniasanz.com/

She is an artist that is way ahead of her time. As described by some of her critics: "Listening to Thania sing instantly evokes images of her native Venezuela. Gentle sea breezes, calm beaches and tropical nights. Her sound is smooth and elegant with a sureness that speaks of her talent and love for the music she makes.

Thania has a Bachelors in composition from the prestigious Berklee Academy of Music and she was nominated as the Best Latin Artist for the BMAs. But don't let all that schoolin' fool you, Thania "feels" her music and brings that truth of the moment to every song she sings"

So go check out her website, and realize everything you are enjoying is just a click away to a purchase. Her Cd's are available on her website. Any questions, request, let me know.

Roots

The people who made you...thank them....thank them for all the opportunities they have given you...whether you see it, or not...the major one is you are here because of them....The next step is figuring out what to do with all the opportunities in life. See, there is this thing we all forget about free will, choices...What are you going to do with those? We will encounter so many things in life...and when you feel like there is nothing ...you'll see, something or someone will surprise you.

I had such a wonderful evening today. I met up with a friend that came by to check on me...in the process she brought a card from a past co-worker. What is the story behind the card...well as most of you know I was in Boston visiting my aunt I had not seen in 20 years...and I get this call. Cat ...I need a reference, can this company call you...my deadline is today...to which I replied...of course. I spoke to the company frankly about what an asset it would be for them to have this woman join their team...didn't think again about it. This woman sent a thank you card with a dinner gift certificate...and I quote " Thank You. You have helped me more than I can say. Cathy I can't thank you enough for speaking to the employment agency on my behalf...had you and ****not given me great references, I would not have gotten the job. So please take this small token & go have a few beers on me. Thanks Again" It's the little things in life that make all the difference in the world.

Take your foundation...the one that created you....Create something wonderful with it...take all the passion in your soul, and work it. Do something...don't just sit in a routine that you can close your eyes and just see your life passing you by...instead do something that fulfills you...and I bet it will fulfill others... On that note...if you don't give me feedback on the entries on this site (I appreciate them on my space & e-mail, but fill out comment here please)..then how am I suppose to give you more?!

Goodnight my Bloggers.

The Time is Now

When does it happen? When do you figure out all of the answers. When does all of the hard work, and good intentions pay off? I mean I know everyone is out for the same reason...we are all striving to reach our goals...what ever they may be...but what is the final key? It's who you know regardless of what you know, or what you can offer. Am I wrong? I hope to be proved wrong. I hope that we are still in an era where great talents, hard work, and great intentions pay off. Life and professional decisions how they all come together....or not...but I'll work on figuring it out.

Moving Forward. Lets keep our chins up...lets remember regardless of the challenges that we are dealt that we have the capacity, and strength to overcome and accomplish.

Thought that I was MIA for Saturday?

Nope. Let's see...it's a long weekend. I've been taking a variety of calls....it's amazing isn't it. When you really need a call...your phone is like a cricket (nothing, nada, zip, zilch, check to see if it works since there is no ring tone :o)...and when you need to get things in order, the calls are so diverse...you can't help but have a drink (wink, wink) Really tell me about the chase...have you ever been in a situation where...obviously there is mutual attraction...you are doing your best to resist but the forces of nature take over...and well you go with it. How do you stop that moment? Let me rephrase...make it go in slow motion? How do you make it last forever? Tell me. I have almost ruined every great moment because I am so used to loosing it. Why? Really why chase, conquer and then leave things so open that you have no idea which way is up or down. I mean if it was a bad experience...then it's easy right? Phew it's over...but if it's yummy, and invigorating you want the experience again! Helloooooooo! I am a true believer that if you want something go for it, if you need to say something say it, and if you love someone tell them...goodness sake...do things now....don't put them off. We were all give ability, no matter what or who you believe in, we have the ability to make choices, to make a difference, to live life to the fullest. Do it! I'm not saying it's easy...society has presented us with some blocks...but again I will say...as long as intentions are in the right place...SOAR...FLY....SPREAD YOUR WINGS!

In my final thought for Saturday...cause I need a good break...is attraction just physical, personal, both? I will tell you...for me. Personality, the power of it...it's an amazing attraction to see direct potential...I mean how can it not be? I love someone that is strong, direct, and the affection doesn't hurt. Well I have to go...our neighbors are actually glad that I'm back in town, and said the sweetest thing..."Cat's back......we have to go to dinner...it will be fun!" Thanks Brit.

Let me know what you all think. Or I'll say it the TX way...What do y'all think? Yes that is BLUE MAN from BLUE MAN GROUP.

Intentions

What a day. I guess being bilingual, having a huge heart , having passion, and choice of words has advantages, and disadvantages. It sometimes is a disadvantage depending what language you choose to express what needs to be said...when I speak English, I'm thinking Spanish, and when I speak Spanish, I'm thinking in English. I've been told that I'm one of the most direct people some have met, that I leave no stone unturned in communication, yet ...sometimes I wonder what people have taken away from the conversation? It also seems more difficult to express on a post, e-mail, where you are unable to hear the tone the message delivers. There are three sides to everyone. The positive, the one we all try to stay in, the one that motivates us, the one that propels us forward in all of our endeavors. The second side...the business side. The side that propels us to look, act, fit, talk, push, strive, and figure out how to get a product/point/resolution to whatever it is we are trying to achieve. Finally the side that has had it. The side I call " No Mas" That is the side that breaks all the etiquette, buffering, and worries for the other end....is this really the side we all must use most of the time? Have we really reached a society where people question intentions? I'm told Cathy you don't have to explain yourself, why? Well maybe because we have all be done over (for a better choice of words) so many times that I feel sometimes people really do doubt when someone helps, reaches out, or just does something, that they are out to do you over. I live by the mo do, as long as your intentions are good, doesn't mean they will always work out that way, but as long as you mind, heart, soul, body is in the right place, things will pan out and you can sleep at night...look at your reflection in the morning. You can still look out for your self, just remember to not be so selfish, there is a difference, a huge difference. Maybe if we all took a little time to think about that...all these depressions, illnesses, and lack of communication wouldn't be such a large part of our world.

What do you think?

It's a bit past half day, and so many things I've taken care of...and so many more to go....and the day seems like it's just flown by...

Relationships today...it seems like we are all in a rush to go through the program, and the reason there are so many breakups, divorce, broken hearts is because we have not taken the time to really figure out who we are... It is not saying the people in our life are not wonderful people...it's saying that we didn't look at our core self, and figure who we are before we involved someone in our world. Who is the one committing the bigger mistake? Is it the person that knows that they are with someone struggling to find out who they are, or is it the person on a mission of getting to know me?

CatWorkz

Good evening,
Let the work begin...
Welcome to all that will take the time to play along.

I'm here to share opinions...promote an amazing artist, and kick off my fathers books.

Thank you for taking the time to share....