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We don't make mistakes, just happy little accidents - Bob Ross Updated: 7/8/22 BOB  ROSS -- American Painting Art Extraordinaire (at least to some). With a stroke of a brush you can create anything. From a happy tree to a happy accident. In the world of painting, there are no mistakes, only art. How would I know? Well, with my expertise ... in paint by numbers and various attempts at TRYING to create art ... and the fact that I'm not Bob (at all) -- art is in the eyes of the beholder. I remember being about 4 or 5 watching PBS Classics. YES. Mister Rogers. Reading Rainbow. Zoboomafoo. While all GREAT shows, nothing compared quite like watching Bob Ross. Growing up, I wasn't particularly gifted in the drawing category, but I was VERY crafty. I picked up my Crayola Watercolors and a drawing pad and began creating. I unlocked my inner artist.  As Bob once said:  I can't think of anything more rewarding than being able to express yourself to others through painting...

"... cause we are all capable of the most incredible change. We can evolve while staying true to who we are. We can honor who we've been and choose who we want to be next" -- The Doctor (Doctor Who) History.  We often wondered as children what the true purpose of history class was. Was it a jumble of names and dates? Did it seem more fantasy than truth? Why even learn about a past that doesn't even pertain to our current time? It doesn't really matter, does it? But, it does! It always has -- but it is the way in which it is taught that can truly help us remember history.  In this blogpost, I am here to emphasize the importance of history. To develop a better understanding of the world that can help us understand ourselves and our society as a whole. To learn and understand our surroundings: our neighbors, family, and communities. To understand the impact of change positively and negatively. To be more decisive and aware of our everyday decisions. A...

"Know that I'm with you the only way that I can be. Until you're in my arms again. Remember Me" -- Miguel (Coco) Losing someone you care about most deeply is never easy to come to terms with. Even if they aren't gone yet, you have to essentially prepare for the inevitable. While I am not one for being vulnerable with my feelings, it is only fitting with this blog post. I have been close with my grandmother for 20 years. We have never been apart. When I was little, we (meaning my parents and grandparents) moved from Livermore to Stockton. While I have no recollection of this move, I do remember my childhood home. The small single story-home with a two-car garage. The greenery which spanned across the front. Cars occasionally passing by as we overlooked an empty field (which was now the soccer field of  Weston Ranch High). So many memories: good and bad have occurred within that house. Bringing home our first and only St. Bernard puppy. Breaking my arm at ...

"We accept the fact that we had to sacrifice a whole Saturday for whatever we did wrong, but we think you're crazy to make us write an essay telling you who we think you are. You see us as you want to see us. In the simplest terms, the most convenient definitions but we found out that each one of us is a brain" - Brian Johnson (The Breakfast Club)  We think instinctively as human-beings that communication should be easy to understand -- but it's not. While we may understand a common language, we do not all share the same characteristics and experiences as each other. While we may wish it were as easy as talking to someone who knows exactly what you are trying to say or what you have gone through (as the quote says): 'each one of us is a brain'.  Being an ambivert (but mostly an introvert), communicative skills can be even harder to try to obtain. Being in an environment where you're afraid to communicate can be even worse. Thankfully, I have lea...

"Just because you dispose of something does not mean you give up past experiences of your identity" -- Marie Kondo Hello, Hello! Wow, it seems like only yesterday when we were all enjoying the holiday season. Baking cookies. Sitting around the fireplace. Spending time with our loved ones. Now, we are in the middle of March. How did that happen?!? Well, for me. This week is very dear to me. Not only is it my Spring Break, but we are officially 12 days away from the first day of Spring (March 20th). I cannot wait! I've had enough with the chilly weather, bring on the sunshine!  For most of us, I am sure we are all familiar with that one time out of the year where we decide: "hmm … you know what? I'm free today. How about reorganizing my life. It's looking a little messy". That time is the start of Spring Cleaning. Sure, we do clean in the Winter too -- but what is so special about Spring Cleaning? Why do we feel the need to clean just beca...

"You got into Harvard Law? … What like it's hard?" -- Elle Woods ( Legally Blonde ) For those of you unaware, today (March 8th, 2019) is International Women's Day ! While next year will mark the 100th anniversary of an International Women's Day, it doesn't make the 99th anniversary any less special. Today is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements that all women have and will be accomplishing in the near future. While you may be questioning the importance of this day, it means a lot for us girls who haven't gotten the recognition we have yearned for over the years. When I woke up this morning, the first thing I did was check my Twitter. (I know some of you hate Twitter … and I'm sorry!) I expected the same routine. Checking on the United States Trending Page which seems to be filled with saddening news to say the least. Do me a favor and don't mention Luke Perry to me for a while -- I ...

"The Avengers. It's what we call ourselves, sort of like a team. 'Earth's Mightiest Heroes' type of thing" -- Tony Stark ( Marvel's The Avengers ) As they say: teamwork makes the dream work -- and this is often times true! We are a society that works best together, not apart. By gaining the support of others, we can essentially bring out the best values, characteristics, skills, and ideas out of one another. But, you may be thinking too: "there are times where this is not true and teamwork goes completely wrong" ... and this is also true. Sometimes, we get ahead of ourselves. Taking our own interests into account and ignoring the true meaning of teamwork. FINDING INSPIRATION THROUGH THE MOVIE INDUSTRY: Take for example, Avengers: Infinity War . Marvel's most-hyped superhero team-up movie involves multiple superheroes working together to stop the mad Titan, Thanos from collecting the most powerful gems in the universe: ...

"Don't you realize? The next time you see the sky, it'll be over another town. The next time you take a test, it'll be in some other school. Our parents, they want the best of stuff for us. But right now, they got to do what's right for them. Because it's their time. Their time! Up there! Down here, it's our time. It's our time down here." -- Mikey (The Goonies) TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK Whether you are an introvert, extrovert, or ambivert -- like it or not, teamwork is one aspect within our lives that isn't going anywhere. Teamwork is a term that we all need to better familiarize ourselves with. You might be thinking: "--but, I can do these things on my own. I'm independent. I don't need the help of others". But, you do! We all do! While it may seem exhausting to be apart of a team, it can actually be quite refreshing. Teamwork means collaborating with others who have a different perspective and insight in...