West Village Girl; living in her Greenwich Village world

THIS POST HAS A SOUNDTRACK. (I know it can be annoying to press play, and then scroll back up to stop the song when it’s time for the next one, but indulge me). 1] Do me a favor and click play on this, so it plays while you read: By: Gabriela Yareliz Welcome to NewContinue reading “West Village Girl; living in her Greenwich Village world”

This Month’s Picks: March 2014

Compiled by: Gabriela Yareliz March was an action-packed month, where a crazy schedule became the new normal. Exams are coming quickly (they are that dark cloud hovering over us); I am still springbreakless; I am still slightly sleep deprived, but nonetheless joyful. I think April will be an exciting month filled with a lot ofContinue reading “This Month’s Picks: March 2014”

All About Your Heart

By: Gabriela Yareliz I thought I would actually write something; a short note perhaps. The semester is ending. Time is just running like sand between our fingers. It feels like we are on a car that is on fire heading toward a finish line that is actually made of caution tape. Life has been veryContinue reading “All About Your Heart”

Safe Haven

“I’ve come to believe that in everyone’s life, there’s one undeniable moment of change, a set of circumstances that suddenly alters everything.” Nicholas Sparks, Safe Haven “I truly believe that while love can hurt, love can also heal.” Nicholas Sparks, Safe Haven

This Month’s Picks: February 2014

1] On Problems: Until you and I fix the spiritual cause, you won’t fix the physical effect. Dr. Tony Evans paraphrase 2] 3] 4] A place to check out in New York City: Chinatown Fair Family Fun Center They have a great deal on Living Social; or call to inquire: 551-697-5549. Plan your next familyContinue reading “This Month’s Picks: February 2014”

From Prada to Nada

By: Gabriela Yareliz This week, so many people almost fell out of their chairs when I spoke to them in Spanish. Apparently, no one believes I am Latina. I also visited the Barrio for the first time. This reminded me of: From Prada to Nada. One of the best films ever [in my opinion]. AlwaysContinue reading “From Prada to Nada”

Valentine’s Day

“To love another person is to see the face of God.” Jean Valjean, Les Miserables By: Gabriela Yareliz Happy Valentines Day! I thought the storyline in the ad [above] was so cute…and Hrithik Roshan looks ah-ma-zing. Here is a beautiful remix of songs that I found. Paying some tribute to a language that inspires soContinue reading “Valentine’s Day”

This Month’s Picks: January

1] “You had to take risks, follow some paths and abandon others. No one can make a choice without feeling afraid.” Paulo Coelho, Brida 2] Priyanka Chopra for Guess. I am a fan. 3] “But some things, no matter how unlikely, are just supposed to happen. You know what I mean. Some things just smackContinue reading “This Month’s Picks: January”

As the fog lifts

By: Gabriela Yareliz Each person hits walls of frustration and sadness. We all have our rough patches. Today, I found my devotional, Limitless, by Nick Vujicic, so inspiring. “Just know better days are ahead, and this too shall pass. Your comeback, like mine, may come in small steps day by day, over a period of weeksContinue reading “As the fog lifts”