Hair and "Friends?"

Believe it or not, I love this hair color, the curls, and everything about it. I am thinking of something new to do with/to my hair. I also love the way that Sarah Jessica Parker has her hair.



What do you ladies think? I am leaning more towards the second picture. A dark reddish brown with light brown like on the picture.

Other than that, I have been well. I only feel pain on my big incision, and have trouble finding the right position to sleep in, so I tend to move around a lot at night, and if I twist my abdomen wrong, I tend to feel pain inside my body. It's a process, but I feel that I am doing well : ) Thanks for the well wishes. It's eye opening how some of my "Friends" have rarely hit me up. But, fuck them. My mentality changed towards the end of 2011. Let me give you some insight:

I moved to Pennsylvania from my hometown in Long Island, NY back in Sept 2006. And, I would always be the one making trips back and forth to New York to hang out with friends. But it took me long enough to say, why do I have to make it so easy for others? Pardon my french but, fuck that, I can take the time and money out to go out there and see you, well you can do the same for me. This isn't the first time that I have blogged about this, I have done so on my livejournal account, when I adapted this. You miss me? Really? Come see me. I am not saying that I am a queen or almighty. But, I've been here for 5 years, there is no reason why you can't come and see me, heck, I have an apartment, there's room. Whatever.

Bitter much? Maybe lol. Just venting. ANYWAY. I got the "Blog" bug tonight, and gave in haha. I hope that you're okay, and well. Enjoy the rest of your week!---Oh and, I do not miss work lol. I am enjoying this time off, hahaha!

* con mucho amor, c i n d y.

Where in the world is... Cindia?

Hello everyone! This is a quick quick post. I have been mia on here. But, a lot has been going on with my life. I am learning to accept the fact that, the plan that I have for myself and my future, may not be the same thing that God has planned for me, or at least not at the pace that I may want it. I really want to be able to focus more on school and get it over with, but things have happened that don't allow that to be. So, I have to wait. And I will. Patiently. But, don't cry for me Argentinaaaaa, lol, I will never EVER lose sight of my goals, hopes nor dreams baby!

Any time that I have to myself. I use it to relax, and just be. I am not the type that needs to be on the go all of the time. I don't mind standing still. I have yet to update about my Memorial day weekend, and this weekend coming up : ) since I spent Mem. Day weekend with my best friends that came to visit me from NY for the first time! And this weekend I will be hanging out with my 2 besties from work.

Anyway, I hope that you are all well, and not upset since I havent been as active or commenting on your posts. It's all love though!

Besos from Pennsylvania!

30 Day Song Challenge/ Day 07: A Song That Reminds You of A Certain Event:



This song reminds me of my 8th grade graduation. I was part of the choir that sang it. Lol, cheesy is not even the word. Sweet memories!

* con mucho amor, c i n d y.

Hello Sunshine,

Ahh! A lot has been going on. Things that pertain to my family, and shit. My cousin Malvina dropped a MAJOR MAJOR bomb on me about something. It's kind of a "chisme" (gossip) but, oh well. It's CRAZY how you may think someone you've looked up to, is actually human and messes up, and that, I understand, but the stuff she told me? Unacceptable. But, who am I to judge? Who is anyone to judge? But let's be real, we all do it from time to time. It's the human in us. I apologize if this doesn't make ANY sense to any of you. But, I just needed to vent.

The pets are good, the boyfriend is good, heck, I am good. Other than, mother nature doing her thang, oh the horror! I am glad that I didn't PMS as bad as I usually do ie: back pains, mood swings, back pains, did I mention back pains? I believe it when I was told that woman tolerate more pain than man. Yes, I used the A and not a E. I mean, we go through birth, we get periods, we go through menopause and other things. And most men want to call off of work when they're sick and want us to rub vicks on their chest or whatever lol.

Something great happened today. But until I know the answer, my lips are sealed! I pray a lot about things. Especially when I am not sure if I am taking the right path or making the "right" decision. The unknown can be very scary, but that's what keeps things interesting right? Something else I have been doing is dog walking and plant watering, mail collecting and bill paying. Things that my parents left for me to do while they are off enjoying their Dominican Rep. vacation. I really hope their enjoying every minute of it : )

I have to stop by my school and pay off the money that I owe. I have it, I am just a procrastinator. No bueno. And I have to return a book that is about 2 months over due lol. I think Imma sneak it into the library and leave it there lmao. I get VERY shy when I mess up with things like that. Yo no soy una sin verguenza lol, I have a lot of it!

Anyway, what's a post without pictures? Enjoy and have a fabulous week!

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I have been wearing color on my lips. Adios nudes! (Okay, only nudes at work!)



I love this top. It's off the shoulder, not shown here.



Abby: Nom Nom Nom.



How pretty is my book mark?! PRETTY!



A peek inside my journal.

* con mucho amor, c i n d y.

Let's get more personal,

I was chatting the other day with one of my lovely blog familia members, and it hit me, wow, I don't think I have actually shared about myself on here. I mean, I think I have a decent sense of humor, I love movies, I love pictures, and other random things, I think you can get that after reading my entries.. But, where do I live? Where am I from? Etc? Do you know? Nope. No idea.

First things first I am 24 years old, and live in Pennsylvania after ending a long relationship with Long Island New York. I still cheat and visit sometimes, but with all of my friends moving away from there, it really makes it hard to go anymore. I was born in the Dominican Republic and moved to Ah-meh-ree-kah when I was turning 6. I am the "baby" out of 3. I have 2 older brothers. One lives in Long Island with his wife, and my other brother lives out here a few minutes away, with his girlfriend and her kids. My parents live about an 8 minute car ride away from me. And I love that. Wouldn't have it any other way. I have a job. Its not quite a full time job, and it's not quite a part time either? I have been there for 3 1/2 years. I am a medical assistant, and work with pregnant women, and families. In a nutshell I am a pregnancy counselor, and also help people with life skills.

I don't live with my parents, like mentioned. I live with my boyfriend. Everyone calls him Joe. We have been together for 6 years 11 months. We make 7 years next month on the 15th to be exact. That's the reason why Valentines Day means nada to me. What for? When the better date is the day after? My boyfriend and I parted ways for a little while, but we're back and we're better than ever. I realized so much while I was away from him. He is truly my best friend. And the man that I will marry. We have a dog and a guinea pig which most of yous have seen (Rocky and Abby).

Oh! I am also a part time student. Unfortunately I won't be attending this semester but that's alright. I have my goals, and I will reach them. I plan on getting my Masters in Psychology and keep working as a counselor/therapist.

Hmm. I think this is a good way of starting things up. I plan for our relationship to be a more open one ;) Enjoy your week my lovelies!

* con mucho amor, c i n d y.

Reason for my absence...

Hello,

I just wanted to apologize for the lack of updates, but I have been super sick since Thursday. I mean, it's been in the making but it really hit me on Thursday. Yesterday I made it through the day without a fever, and this after noon it has returned. I don't know what's going on, but I have a feeling that I have bronchitis. Sucks not having health insurance and I refuse to go to the ER and have another $700 bill come my way. But you know what? If I am still with a fever tomorrow, I plan to go to a doctor and pay out of pocket, it's cheaper. My job hopes to have insurance for us by February 1st, so I'll get some of my money back anyway.

A get well soon shout out to Lala, I know it's been a tough couple of weeks for you too girl!

* con mucho amor, c i n d y.

In my opinion...

Now, I don't have any kids. But this is a topic that I have heard about atleast 2 times this week. And it got me thinking...

When someone in the family has a baby it's great! The family is growing, and admit it, having children around helps keep us all young and active, which is why I envy those that are aunts and uncles! I want to be one so badly. But, it really rubs me the wrong way when someone has a child and automatically expects for others to watch their kids, whenever they want them to. o.O It's like, okay, ask me and I'll say yes or no, or heck, I'll even volunteer here and there. But, don't have hissy fits, and curse everyone because they cannot watch your child all of the time.

The same goes to grandparents. They raised you. They might feel like they're done raising kids. So don't take it personal if they don't always want Junior around. You're the parent. My mother tells me that she'd want to watch my kids for me someday, and support me as much as she can, but if theres a day that she'd be like 'I cant." I'll have no choice but to say "I understand mami, thanks!" and resort to Plan B, C, and D.

My cousin does this. And families talk, so it gets brought up. She'd just call you last minute and take the baby over there for the entire weekend and party it up. And I read a FB update of a girl throwing her family under the bus for not watching her child for her while she worked. And, it was a topic of discussion on a TV show.

That is all. What is your take on this?

* con mucho amor, c i n d y.

Obsession Tuesday

Have you ever sat down and really thought about what parts of the world you want to visit? The things that you want to see? Buildings? Landmarks? I have! I have been blessed (knowing how to budget) to be able to save up money and see some places like, Cancun Mexico, Runaway Bay Jamaica, Cuba, to have lived and gone back to visit my country Dominican Republic. The older that I get, the less and less I want to go to the typical carribean hot spots. I want to go over seas to Europe, China, Japan, just to name a few. Contiki Tours seems to be the way to go! I signed up for their emails and today I took time to check the site out in depth. I think when I marry, I'll want to have a honeymoon tour with them, things seem easier when others do the planning for you lol. Here are some pictures of places I hope to see in my near future.

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Egypt


Greece



Italy



Paris

China
Where would you want to go?

* con mucho amor, c i n d y.

I saw a sign...

Lately I have been a bit stressed. Actually scratch that, it's been longer than lately, but for the last few weeks I have actually started to try and make a change. I refuse to be one of those people that always cry about wanting to win the lottery yet never ever plays it.

I have a job. I consider it part time because the most hours the office is open are 30. I love what I do, and when I tell people what I do and they get it, they fall in love with it too. But you know how it usually is, the jobs that we love, don't pay the bills that we hate. I made that saying up last night, so when you use it and say "They say..." the "They" is me, lol okay let me stop. So, I have been applying for work. Mostly part time, but if there is a full time that I am interested in, I go for it. I have placed it in God's hands. He will lead me and take me where I am to go, if I am to go somewhere. Next week I will go to a clerical agency and apply, that way they can be on the look out, instead of me having to do it all the time.

I gave a heads up to my lovely co worker yesterday since we are the only 2 full time counselors. She was like "Oh my goodness don't tell me that Cindia, you can't leave. I don't want you to." And about 10 minutes after we spoke about it, I got a buzz on my phone in the office and I answered, it was boss lady saying how as of January 1st our office will be offering their full time employees health insurance (which is a major reason as to why I want to find another job, to be able to afford some). It was really hard for me not to laugh. God is amazing, and He has showed that to me on MANY MANY occasions, one being the fact that I wake up every morning. Now, that still doesn't get my bills paid but it's a step up. I wonder if it's not my time to part from my work place. None the less I will still apply for part time jobs. After all, school ends on the 9th and I doubt that I'll be able to attend the Spring semester because I have a balance to pay "/

We'll see what the next few days, weeks or ever months hold. I will definitely keep you updated! Wish my luck!

* con mucho amor, c i n d y.

I feel out of it

I have been such a crummy blogger. And for that, I apologize. I have some sort of "bloggers block" thing going on. But I have a few posts in mind, like another movie review.

Today, I feel so out of it. I hate my hair today (I have it out with one of the head bands I showed you ladies in the video) black slacks, pink top with a frilly girly collar + a black cardigan. Doesn't sound too bad. But, I feel weird in it? Maybe it's because I feel so tired? The weather sure doesn't help.

I have math class tonight -insert ugly face- my sociology teacher is in Texas and has been since last week. So, we've missed 2 classes (counting tonight's) we have class on Thursday. I need some fun classes in my life lol. Next term Imma make sure to pair up a boring one w/ one I'll enjoy. I mean, I do like Sociology but, idk? Bleh.

Hope you're having a great day! <--- that's me trying to be excited lol.

* con mucho amor, c i n d y.

Everything's Changing

Recommend some blogs for me. I enjoy looking at pictures but I love reading about people's daily lives etc. I have a few people added on beauty + fashion, but that gets boring after a while. So, please share your favorites with me! Thanks in advance.

I won't be able to comment as much as I'd like to, I am going through some personal things, and changes, which at the moment means I won't have internet access from my home. I hope you're having a great week, I am trying to stay busy with work and my studies. Ciao!

* con mucho amor, c i n d y.

Changes

Idk if it's just me but, when I have a little voice in my head urging me to do something that wouldn't hurt, I just go for it. I admit, that I tend to over think things a lot, that's something I'm used to doing & I doubt that I will stop any time soon. It's urging me to take a trip. I am not sure where but, California was a place that I felt great in. I want a trip for me. Kind of like a retreat.

My weekend was pretty chilled. A majority of the time I was lost in thought. I have a lot on my mind. My boyfriend has noticed, he's like "Weren't you watching?" When I ask him what just happened on TV. We went and saw Salt on Saturday. I loved it! I love action movies, and with Angelina Jolie starring it was the cherry on top. Sunday we got some rain, which I love! It was too hot, we needed it.

I think after every blog I will post random facts about myself to help you get to know me a bit better. I already shared what I do at my job. Let me share what I am going to school for;

I am a part time college freshman. I am a Psychology (transfer) major. My goal is to be a guidance counselor for a Highschool. I will most likely teach a few years before doing that. Next semester kicks off August 23rd, smh too soon lol.

Some Montego Bay, Jamaica pics:

A little friend we met on a quick stop before reaching the resort.


There were two of them : )

It was a gorgeous garden.


The front of the resort. I took this before leaving.


Waiting for our room to be ready. He won!

* con mucho amor, c i n d y.

Love + Fashion

I sometimes feel like I live a Carrie Bradshaw type of love life. Even if I am the only one that knows what that means, I'm okay with that.

Is it crazy to already be making plans for next Summer?! If so, then have me institutionalized asap! I just know that next Summer I will be doing a lot of things differently. I say that because some things just aren't working for me.

I ordered this really cute top the other day I , it'll be here in a few days. I have fallen in love with 2 pairs of shoes! I love fashion and haven't really been shopping because of the vacation to Jamaica, but screw it, I'm back to my old ways lol. I'll share the pics when I get everything. I will shop by outfits now. I usually end up owning more tops than bottoms or vice versa. Not anymore!

Work has been slow since I got back, it gets this way during the end of the Summer *shrugs. I am a medical assistant in a pregnancy center, for those wondering. I teach parenting, pregnancy education, amongst other life skills.

Enough blabbing, have a great weekend!

* con mucho amor, c i n d y.

:)

I love how he can turn my frown upside down! (As cheesy as that sounds) *

* con mucho amor, c i n d y.