By: Gabriela Yareliz Today, I was reminded of a friend of mine. Maybe, it’s more appropriate to use the term ex-friend. We had a weird dynamic and a weirder falling out. We spent lots of time together. It was one of those friendships where you know how the other person thinks and his or herContinue reading “Reflections Before Bedtime #87”
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Heart Flow
By: Gabriela Yareliz “You have to keep breaking your heart until it opens.” Rumi It has been such a difficult year, this 2016. It has been a mess. To give credit where credit is due, there have been a fair share of miracles. This year has mostly been characterized, however, by the twist in yourContinue reading “Heart Flow”
25
By: Gabriela Yareliz 25 Things at 25 1. Christian 2. Daughter 3. Sister 4. Friend 5. Advocate 6. Writer 7. Explorer 8. Photographer 9. Scholar 10. Polyglot 11. Doctor 12. Boxer 13. Shah 14. Walker 15. Blogger 16. Fairy Godmother 17. Eyelash Aficionada 18. Leader 19. Radio Junkie 20. Magazine Collector 21. Reporter 22. BindaasContinue reading “25”
Napkin Rings
[Image from @KushaAlagband] By: Gabriela Yareliz I recently read a fantastic post by one of my favorite writers, Candid Kay. It was a reflection on a legitimate fear and problem. It made me reflect on something that has been on my mind, all weekend. My own fears. You see, people do the oddest things. WeContinue reading “Napkin Rings”
Reflections Before Bedtime #77
By: Gabriela Yareliz I left my house and felt something was different. I couldn’t quite put my finger on it, until I reached the intersection, while I was waiting to cross. I wasn’t wearing leggings; that was it! In the winter, leggings become a second skin, if you will. I wear leggings under everything. TheContinue reading “Reflections Before Bedtime #77”
Reflections Before Bedtime #76
By: Gabriela Yareliz And so, that is what I have learned; that when you love someone, you never give up on them. Because, “love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never ends.” 1 Corinthians 13: 7-8
San Antonio Adventures, Pt. 2
By: Gabriela Yareliz Visiting the Alamo was memorable. This property is absolutely gorgeous. Old world charm. Luis’ profile. My favorite kind of selfie. This Mexican folk art boutique was exquisite. Meet me by the river! Thank you, San Antonio. You were clean, friendly, gorgeous and a perfect summer adventure.
San Antonio Adventures, Pt. 1
By: Gabriela Yareliz In 2015, thanks to a friend’s extreme kindness (he heard us sing from Florida to Texas on a road trip) and my family’s sense of adventure, I had the opportunity to visit San Antonio, Texas. It was beautiful. I loved it so much. Texas left a fantastic impression on me. I wouldContinue reading “San Antonio Adventures, Pt. 1”
Floridian Moments
By: Gabriela Yareliz Because no matter where I go, Florida will always be home. There is no place like the Sunshine State. In this post, I will be sharing with you some of my favorite shots from my time at home. Family. My gorgeous brothers. Unexpected Florida rains. The secret places that make my heartContinue reading “Floridian Moments”
The University of Florida
Some snapshots of my favorite campus on the planet. [From the College of Journalism] A Gator for life. [University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.]