This was the Title of my Master's Thesis. Those who come to know me come to know of my
affinity for Pinto Beans...not just any beans...PINTO BEANS!!! In this space, I will include recent information added
to my website that may be of interest to you. For example:
06/12/08 - Created Website with HOPE that new
beginnings may develop in my life with our Lord Jesus as my Guide.
July--I visited San Antonio and Fort Worth. I had a wonderful time seeing my brothers and sister. I enjoyed
my time with Brian in Arlington...he's always very welcoming. My walks with Angel were a bit of a challenge, however,
she urged me to go on walks everyday. I can say that I truely enjoyed all the flavor
of San Antonio! Now, I'm back in Maryland and hoping I can settle down
somewhere soon. Let's keep each other in prayer.
2009
A New Year and New Beginnings. I am living with Gina and moving on in life with God's help.
Winter By God's Grace, I have passed my professional certification exam...notice the PHR after my name. That represents "Professional
in Human Resources," an internationally known certification program.
My nephew, Rene, is opening up a new restaurant in San Antonio. He is eccentric,
creative...one of the best cooks I know. I can't wait for him to open his Restaurant and share his dream with San Antonians.
Stay tuned for the opening date.
SPRING: I am connecting with many friends from
my past and thanking God for their presence in my life. As I look out my window, I can see the blossoms on the tree
outside my window...new life. Wow, I am grateful for so much right now, particularly the opportunity to start over.
SUMMER: It has been a very difficult adjustment
for me. I have been extraordinarily blessed by Our Lord and His Mother, but I miss my friends and family greatly.
I am not able to work and so I feel I need to move back home, where I have some family support. Let's please continue
to pray for each other.
MID-SUMMER: Texas is HOT! Rene has opened
"Here's to Yum," near 410 & Broadway in SA. He and Charles are doing a great job and the food is fantastic.
When in San Antonio, you've got to visit. It is attached to the "Viva Bookstore" just inside Loop 410. I continue
to be grateful for every moment...some are good and some not-so-good. My health continues to be a challenge...but I
will not give up doing what I can to help myself.
FALL: I survived the Texas summer. I
love being in San Antonio. I miss so many things and I am allowing myself to grieve those losses. Being around
my brothers, Richard and Norbert, and my sister, Gloria is such a joy for me. I have missed being so close to family.
They have made my transition to San Antonio a bit easier. I continue my search for work, like so many Americans.
My health is much better and I am trying to get to the gym regularly...but, also like so many folks, I get lost sometimes
and forget my way to the gym. How is it that we never forget our way to the Ice Cream Shop! (Smile) I miss
Ministry and I miss my fraternal brothers. I feel so lonely in the midst of all of the wonderful gifts that San Antonio
offers me...Tacos, Tejano music, Mi Tierra Restaurant, Tamales (opps, that's two for food isn't it?), oh yes, Margaritas on
the Riverwalk...come join me for some.
2010
LATE SUMMER Whew! What happened to
2010? It's late summer and it's hot. I have enjoyed sharing my home with "Mía," my miniature Schnauzer.
She's full of energy and she helps me cope with my challenges. My health is not the best, but she helps me to move on,
and so I do. I am working hard to try and do simple tasks, but I find it difficult to believe I can't...so I keep trying.
The heat doesn't help, and the utility bills tend to quash and good feelings I get from enjoying the AC in the home.
I try to visit family (who have AC, of course :)) I try to do some Spiritual reading and reflect upon what I've read
in my "Reflections" section. Visit those if you wish and let me know your thoughts in my "Guest Book."
2011
My faith continues to grow this year...even more challenging than last
year. I ended last year in a hospital and began this year in the same hospital. My kidneys began to fail...the
only way for me to continue living is to be on a dialysis machine. Each time I get on that machine, I recall my mother,
who was on that machine for years until she finally gave up, stopped the treatment, and gracefully died. It has been
remarkably difficult for me to acknowledge that I need dialysis theraphy. It's only with the help of tranquilizers that
I can sit still long enough to benefit from the theraphy. They remove 4 liters of liquid each time I go. At this
time I go Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursday and Fridays...for four hours. Prayer sustains me and increases my faith.
