Spring Semester Updates #amilikey

 

    Hey my beloved people!!! I am happy to announce I am successfully enrolled in my prerequisites for nursing online at HCC. I am doing very well for the very first week and two days. Major Lol. I have already done an easy extra credit assignment and I have been checking the online canvas almost every day! The feeling I get when I am immersed in my college work truly feels great. I even had a hard time keeping my introduction paragraphs short because obviously I can talk about myself nonstop. Also, that is the writer inside of me wanting to express every little detail of my return to college. 

    I was questioning why two of my courses hadn't published any assignments. I started getting a bit concerned like did I not complete the registration as it should be or something else is missing. I used the chat assistance to verify and it turns out that the other remaining courses have a different staring date. I was surprised and at the same time kind of relieved to know there was nothing missing or wrong. Now I have more time to continue adjusting to this new schedule of being a college student again and a full time employee. I want to make sure this time around I truly embrace every opportunity to gain new knowledge and engage into the courses as much as I can. During the discussions, I couldn't contain myself so I replied to four other classmates which was two more than the required amount. I lowkey was also grading their posts in my mind, like some of them clearly missed the second question response. 

    I do miss the actual in person socialization because I am a natural social butterfly, it definitely limits that stimulation to make new connections and just have those in person experiences overall. Hopefully come next semester I can do at least one in person and regain that part of learning that cannot be replaced through posts and replies. I bought a bigger planner with enough space to jot down my due date assignments and just to have ample space to include personal calendar dates. I am taking notes in my Colombian notebooks and I wish I would have bought even more. The online reading is nice because they have the audio option, but they don't allow you to view the images without going straight into the next paragraph. My inner nerdy self does miss the actual hardcopy textbook. It does make it convenient not to have to rent out books and then have to return them; however, I do miss flipping the pages and not straining my eyes with the online reading. 

    This year I am not setting a quota for the amount of blogs I have to post because I epically failed last year and I just want to move at my own pace. I want the posts I make to make sense and have a meaningful topic. I aspire to improve the context of my writing and to accumulate more followers/posts. So with that being said, I am loving the online spring semester and I look forward to entering the actual nursing program once all my prerequisites are all completed and everything is up to part. Thank you for all your support and as always my favorite phrase coming up: "You are not a mistake, because God is perfect and He cannot make mistakes." You have a purpose in life to fulfill, so no matter the hard times never give up and allow Jesus to show you the way to a genuinely happy life!

Xoxoxoxoxoxoxo, 

Ana :)

Feliz Nuevo Year !!! #amilikey

 Hey everyone on this world wide web called the internet. Major Lol. So, for those who were tuning in for the goal setter of 50 blogs last year: I was seven short from the final count. I woke up tired and had to do some errands, so I decided to take a nap instead and said, "I am not going to cramp in the last seven just because." I had all the right intentions, but I was like it's not even worth it. To have some bragging rights, when no one ever really reads them or interacts with the posts -- why strain myself trying to finish it. 

    I love that I celebrated another year around the sun and that I am now officially 31 years a survivor of burns. What was once a tragic New Year's Eve is now a celebration for life and perseverance. I had a lovely home cooked meal with delicious desserts. I shouted the countdown and hugged my loved ones. I always dream of a more elaborate celebration, but that day shall too come one day. I loved having that childhood experience as a kid when we went to the beach on New Year's Eve. I enjoyed being out there as the fireworks went off and as the waves crashed in the darkness. We made a cake in the sand and it was so peaceful. 

    I wish everyone a wonderful start to this new year. Remember to set goals that are within reason and strive to be a better version of yourself each and every day. Do not allow those haters/enemies around you to keep you from enjoying life. Everyone deals with things no one else is aware of so keep that in mind and try to be as patient/kind to the most difficult type of people. I hope this year is a fresh start to everyone and that we do not repeat the same silly mistakes we made in 2024. So many people perished last year, you are still here -- make it count for good. As always, thank you for reading this humble blog and continuing to share my journey. Now, to the all inclusive and most important part of blogging, "You are not a mistake, because God is perfect and He cannot make mistakes." You are here for a plan and a reason, allow the Lord Jesus to show you the way and give purpose to your life with everlasting happiness. Remember to check out my videos on YouTube and subscribe!!! Just search #amilikey on Google and YouTube and every social media platform!!!

Xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo, 

Ana :)

 

College kid #amilikey

Yeah, I made it for tonight!!!! So this selfie is truly my top ten of all my lifetime!!!  I love the blonde strike of hair and how short it was then while I was doing my externship. I can talk about being a college kid for hours and hours because I literally have over 8 years of experience under my belt. I have been from community college to the four year university to the practical certification scenario. I have seen it all basically, I know where I went wrong and what I could have done better all those in between summers when I didn't have classes. 

    Now in 2025, I again will be a college kid -- what do you know. I have always loved learning and even when I didn't comprehend the language as well as I do now, I still found joy in learning new things. As you all know, I owe uncle Sam a lot of money and I hope one day to be financially well to pay him off for good. I also would take a clear my account kind of deal, but it would be more significant to be in the position to where I can pay it all back and still be well off. I more than anything just wanted to share the cute selfie. I am exciting about going back to school, I will finally make something out of all the things I've studied. 

        Do not be under the impression that college is your only option to having a secure financial life, but definitely explore all your options in terms of degrees and programs at all levels. People downplay the certifications, but sometimes being the very best tech of your choosing can be just as or better fulfilling and rewarding than a BA or MA degree. Ultimately, I advocate for bettering yourself with education and more than anything with a true passion for life. Anyways it's my favorite part moment.  “You are not a mistake, because God is perfect and He cannot make mistakes.” You are here for a reason and a purpose, so let Jesus show you the way. Thank you for your support and remember to view my YouTube videos using the best hashtag #️⃣ amilikey 

Xoxoxoxoxooxo, 

Ana   :) 

 

Insomnia /Depression Survival #amilikey

After this one and one more for tonight, I will be down to just 7 more post to complete the final goal. I will post number 50 before the clock strikes midnight and we officially enter 2025!!!! I can do it and I will do it. 

    So this picture was taken the day I was able to finally be me again. I had gotten out of visiting my then temporary counselor for psychiatry back in 2018. I suffered my second and last episode with severe depression when I took on the role of caregiver for three people all by myself. It was overwhelming and I didn't know how to cope with it so I reverted back to the awful conditions I once endured in 2014 for the first time. I knew what the symptoms were, but this time it hit me even harder because I felt responsible for my own mother's aliment. I eventually received the treatment I needed at the time and when I finally was able to attend my own doctors appointment on my very own. I knew I was back to being me, and that is why I took that selfie in the bathroom. My birthday was approaching and it felt awesome knowing that my mood was back to normal and all I had to workout was getting off the sleeping meds. 

    I spoke with my oversees RN from my childhood. She literally has known me since my accident happened in 1993 when we were just two little girls playing in the laundry room area. Several years passed by until we finally reconnected when I was in my early 20s. Ever since we have always kept in touch. So I went straight to the source and asked her to help me get off the sleeping meds because I knew I was back to my normal self and I just needed to get my normal sleep pattern back. She gave me the recipe and it worked just as she instructed me to do so and I will forever love her for that because she believed in me when others around me just wanted me to stay on meds for good. 

    I advocate for proper sleep because I know first hand how debilitating insomnia is and can progress into depression. I experienced it twice and I learned more about it than ever before. So don't think you are immune to sleep deprivation and take your ass to sleep within reasonable timing. If you don't feel right, there is no shame in seeking counseling and medical attention through psychiatry because the meds are temporary if you exercise the healing process adequately and depending on your condition too. Living with a medical condition that requires psychiatric medicine doesn't diminish your self worth or capabilities. It is better to live a life with some assistance, than to not live at all. I am forever grateful that the Lord healed me completely from those two severe conditions and now that I have survived them, I can talk openly about them to others who may be facing them.  Anyways it's my favorite part moment.  “You are not a mistake, because God is perfect and He cannot make mistakes.” You are here for a reason and a purpose, so let Jesus show you the way. Thank you for your support and remember to view my YouTube videos using the best hashtag #️⃣ amilikey 

Xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo, 

Ana :)

   
 

Volunteering series #amilikey

 I am pretty sure at one point or another I talked about my volunteering experience. So I can't recall exactly what I said before on the subject matter, but I'll elaborate specifically on this occasion and the picture. 

        I hold Shriners Hospital for Children very dear to my heart, because they were the stepping stones to my success here in America. They opened the door for my entry and allowed me to better myself physically little by little. I always wanted to give back to them in some way and I know financially I haven't been able to contribute, but as a volunteer for them for about two years or so, I did try me best to promote them to raise the funds and awareness. I was able to meet and work with lovely people like the woman standing next to me. She was a true sweetheart, and I miss working alongside her. Unfortunately, I had to invest more time working for money and the volunteering time subsided. Also, about two years ago, the hospital itself was shutdown for good at that particular location. I had so many fond memories and I am glad I was able to relive just a few of those moments as a volunteer. 

        Overall I do believe everyone should get involved in volunteering at some point in their life. I miss doing it as often as I used to because it makes me happy and it gives me purpose. I hope one day, when all the stars align in my favor, volunteering will take precedence again in my life. Anyways it's my favorite part moment.  “You are not a mistake, because God is perfect and He cannot make mistakes.” You are here for a reason and a purpose, so let Jesus show you the way. Thank you for your support and remember to view my YouTube videos using the best hashtag #️⃣ amilikey 

Xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo, 

Ana :)

Winter is my Fav #amilikey

I have never been this committed to finishing something just because I said it. I am not making any money off these posts unfortunately and no one is coming to offer me anything in return either. Shoot, no one even cares what I have to say or how I share the stories I do, even when it's about them. So, this picture was taken again in 2020 while I was working at a call center. One of my least favorite line of work I endured. It was complete chaos from management all the way down to coworkers behaving like kids. 

    I took the picture because obviously I looked cute in that outfit and the damn Christmas lights were also very pretty. I do not celebrate Xmas anymore because it's rooted in paganism. I only agreed to go that day because it was a free pass entry for me and I wanted to do something fun, plus it was Busch Gardens, so I went for that reason alone. In retrospect, I didn't have that much fun given the company I was in and how he didn't even ride roller coasters but wanted me to ride them all by myself. I was like absolutely not and the lines are ridiculously long. He as per usual, always made me feel bad like I wanted to date his annoying big self!! No thank you 🙂‍↔️ 

    Apart from the origin of the pretty picture I do love winter the most because at least the cold weather forces people like him to stay covered up. No one and I mean no one wants to see anything other than a healthy fit body. So all those people who claim confidence by showing all that's hanging is lying to themselves and everyone else. Also, it keeps the germs down and the bad body odors down to a bare minimum. Winter is beautiful because it also holds the most important day of the year - my birthday!!!   Anyways it's my favorite part moment.  “You are not a mistake, because God is perfect and He cannot make mistakes.” You are here for a reason and a purpose, so let Jesus show you the way. Thank you for your support and remember to view my YouTube videos using the best hashtag #️⃣ amilikey

Xoxoxoxoxoxoxxoo, 

Ana :)

 

 

Planes #amilikey

I took this picture when I was working in day labor back in 2019. I had posted some selfies visiting my cousin in Hallandale near Miami, and from those posts an opportunity arouse. I was invited to be an honoree for the Wonder Women nomination. I was hesitant at first because I clearly didn't even have a real job and the money I was making was just enough to survive the basic needs. Somehow, I got lucky and booked a really great ticket for working in landscape for that summer and that generated more income than usual. I saved up all I had and invested my money to travel there by plane. I originally had asked someone to drive me down there and I would pay him the favor with meals and gas compensation/a payout for the trip itself. The bastard was suppose to be my best friend and he didn't have a problem when it was for seeing my cousin. Oh no he picked me up at 1am after he got off his job. It didn't matter then at all. 

    I have realized that you can't count on anyone these days, but it really hurt me to know he didn't even consider taking me with me paying him real cold hard cash. So I paid my flight and I did enjoy it, even though it didn't last very long. I got there within 30 minutes from Tampa to Miami. I should have booked the return flight, but I didn't want to miss it considering I didn't know when the venue I was attending would end. When I last traveled this summer, I did ensure that my flights on my way back were properly booked. I love flying on airplanes and I am not afraid at all. I don't want to stay on the airplane for hours on end, but eventually I will so I can travel to my dream destinations.  Anyways it's my favorite part moment.  “You are not a mistake, because God is perfect and He cannot make mistakes.” You are here for a reason and a purpose, so let Jesus show you the way. Thank you for your support and remember to view my YouTube videos using the best hashtag #️⃣ amilikey

Xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo, 

Ana :)