Money is No Limit

Imagine if money was no object, and everyone could do anything they truly wanted to do with their life, how beautiful that sure would be. In the poem "After Apple-Picking" by Robert Frost, this author writes out a story of a man living his whole life doing what he loves, apple picking, and appreciating every moment of it. If only all could be so lucky to choose a passion of their own to pursue their whole life. The way Frost conveys this message of living by doing what you love the most is with the use of imagery captivating you throughout the poem.

When one loves something so much they continue to practice and grow in what they do, they start becoming a master at it; what a great reason to move toward pursuing what one loves for their life. Just like talking to anyone that is passionate for what they do, Frost is very expressive throughout the poem, making you feel as you can see and touch the apples he claims to love so much. In the poem Frost states, "Magnified apples appear and disappear/ Stem end and blossom end/ And every fleck of russet showing clear" (l. 18-20). With his words of great detail, Frost shows to the readers how the speaker sees the apples, representing ones dream/passion, in such a distinct way, proving the great value he puts in what he does. This reminds us to go toward what we love and cherish every moment of it.

Everyone enjoys doing something, but it is when one believes in one’s self that they can accomplish big things with it that dreams come true. So many people’s treasures can grow into things we all use or do in all our everyday lives, and they enjoy every moment of it, and in this poem Frost sure shows that in the speaker through his writing. Frost says, "There were ten thousand fruit to touch/ Cherish in hand, lift down, and not let fall" (l. 30-31). This shows how much the speaker treasures his apples/his job, really emphasizing on how special it makes him feel, speaking as if in the shoes of someone who loves there job, making sure their job was accomplished to the fullest because of their care for it.

Through the big use of imagery Frost conveys such an inspirational message to all readers to follow their dreams and enjoy every moment of it. It is very important to learn this message from Frost because without learning this people can get stuck in a system of doing things they do not want to for money instead of doing what you love, taking a chance to accomplish it. If money was no object for me I would choose to become a full time missionary/dancer, spreading the word in many nations through the arts, which I plan on pursuing. I plan on doing this because my deepest loves are for God, dance, and people, as well as my love to travel makes this is a perfect fit. Many people may think this is impossible or insensible for me but I know for a fact I can do it, and I know for a fact I will.

Si Sola Mente; If Only...

          From past generations on and on my family has descended from Puerto Rico. From what I know, my greatest grandparents down to both of my own grandparents on both sides of my family were raised and lived in Puerto Rico. All my family, up to my own parents, are fluent in speaking Spanish... except for my generation. If I could change one thing in my life that has previously happened it would be: that I would have been taught to speak fluent Spanish. It was never exactly in the power of my hands to decide to be taught Spanish (which I can not understand WHY I was not) but, if I had the opportunity to go back and tell my mama to teach me when I was young I would!
          The reasons I wish I could change the fact that I was not taught Spanish so that I could have been is because it would erase all the "funny" jokes and teases of me "not really being Puertorican" and other rued comments I rather not state, which happen to be some of my biggest pet peeves. But more importantly, it would have saved me from a lot of embarrassing moments, and would have let me gain relationships that now I can never have... 
          Because of my inability to communicate (at all or well) with my grandparents has taken away the chances of having a good relationship together because all they know is Spanish, and now, I have completely lost the opportunity for three out of my four grandparents because two have passed away in these last four or five years and just this Wed. October 17, 2012 I found out my abuelo will be passing away any day now too...</3...
          I know for a fact that if I knew fluent Spanish it would have radically changed and would still be changing my life, my family/friends lives around me now, and possibly different nations if I would do something in the future with it. I know I can learn Spanish now, which I am taking the classes, but it is just not the same. I find myself sitting back and thinking how much easier it could have been if my parents would have just taught me. And, how different I would be, different I would feel because of it... It may sound silly, and not that big of a deal to many but for me it would mean so much. I love all my abuelas and abuelos and would have killed to be able to have talked and grew in relationship with them while I had a chance. I know it was not intentional by my parents for it to be this way, and for me to feel like I do; I know I could have tried harder to understand and still communicate but it is true you do not realized what you got until it is gone. It really does suck, I wish I could have done so many things differently but there is nothing I can do about it now, we can not change the past... and I think that is what hurts the most. 
They say time flies by so fast, but it is not the good experiences that are gone that make you sad, but realizing what time has passed and all you have not experienced that really gets you...
 R.I.P. ~ mi familia~  te amo mucho.<3

The definition of dance...

What is“dance” based on the world?

1. to move one's feet or body, or both, rhythmically in a pattern of steps, especially to the accompaniment of music.

2. to leap, skip, etc., as from excitement or emotion; move nimbly or quickly.

3. to bob up and down.

What is “dance” to me?

It isthe movement and rhythm to music and such like said, but that is not where it ends. To me, dance is not just moving to the rhythm of the beat but instead, being the rhythm in the beat. To feel and express all that you have inside of you, speaking it out without even having to use words…

          Ever since I was a young folk I have loved to either watch dance or dance myself. Whether it was different types of Spanish dancing, lyrical/contemporary, or hip-hop/pop I have had a connection to the music and my feet from the start. As I got older, I never really understood from where my love for dance came from, well, not for my main type of dancing, lyrical, at least. The only type of dancing my family knew and tried was Spanish dancing, but other than dancing at weddings/ family get-togethers or just being silly at home, they never took dancing any farther than that. Me, on the other hand, dance is some type of way every day. I feel so different, so odd, sometimes because while my siblings are very intelligent, have the ability to learn and comprehend things easily, and all have a skill in drawing (painting, sculptures, etc.) I have difficulties in school and a hard time understanding things, I am not great in drawing, and have a love for being on stage either acting, singing, or dancing while none of them ever have. I use to think something was wrong with me for being so different from them all, but I have come to realize that God has made us all in different ways, for different reasons, and being the different one, in skills and hobbies, in my family is nothing to be ashamed of. I have learned to love my uniqueness.

I have no exact explanation of why I love dance and dancing so much, but I just know it makes me feel so good, so free… When I dance I feel as if I can be anyone or do anything, escape from the world itself and go into my own. It may sound a little cliché but to me it is so true. Throughout the twists and turns in my life, no matter how I am feeling, I can close the door to my room, turn up the volume, and let it all go... And that, is one of my favorite things to do.

To worship; to praise His name… to laugh; to cry out in the night… to lose; to win it all,… I dance and until Forever & Always, I will.

 

Music to my ears...♥

What makes the world go round and round? Many have their own theories, choices, or truths, but what makes it go round and round personally for your life? For me, I love and enjoy doing many activities, though this particular topic that I will share is not my absolute top priority in life, I do enjoy and play it every day; music, one big love in my life. My favorite type of music genre would have to be acoustic. Ever since I really could choose my own music style (past the Cheetah Girls/Hillary Duff years) I have been drawn to acoustic singer-songwriters. Aside from my favoritism for acoustic singers though, I do listen to many types of genres in music to an extent. From common-like artists that I would prefer like Jon Foreman, The Civil Wars and Ingrid Michelson I can go to all types of music such as Marc Anthony, Phil Wickham and Lionel Richie. But, out of all the music, song writers and singers in the world I would have to say that my current top favorite is, Mat Kearney.

Mat Kearney may not be exactly what I described and usually choose as far as my top genres and music styles but I think it is his uniqueness and gift of talent that makes me love him so much more! The genre of his music is not very exact; it can range from rock/pop, christian rock, hip-hop, and acoustic. Over all though, he is a sing-song writer which I fancy greatly! His songs consist from him playing his own instruments, the guitar and piano, plus the backup instruments of bass, keyboard and drums. What I love so much about this artist, why he is my favorite, is not only because of my attraction to his music, but the great meaning and feelings for his songs as well, his self-written lyrics. The story of his life and the becoming of his records and fame are interesting and inspiring as well! There is just something about his music that makes me so happy, calm or full of energy (making me want to dance) at times. Another thing is feeling as if I can relate to certain songs, too. Well, ever since I was a young folk I have heard some type of music blasting from an area in my house, and in today’s days and age I realize that the music steam is coming from my room.  We may all favor different types of music, genres, or artists but if there is one thing I believe we can all agree on is this:
      songs can be all sorts of music to our ears, but it all beats at the same place, in the rhythm of our hearts…