Ballet Folklorico

For years and years, I wanted to be in Ballet Folklorico. My parents would never put me in it. I'm talking, I was like 3 years old, and I wanted to dance. They thought I was too shy.

I also wanted to play the violin. Another thing they wouldn't let me do. But when I was going to start 6th grade, my uncle helped me get into orchestra. That was when my love of performing started.

But I've never forgot about dancing. I wanted to do it. I cheered and danced in high school. I began dancing and sing when I moved out at 18. And well, I even found a way to incorporate come of that into my Mariachi performing. :)

But Mariachi stuff is getting harder and harder to come by. I usually only perform for big holidays and big concerts. I'm not in a local Mariachi. Mostly because my schedule. I can't lie, back home, I couldn't get into a group if my life depended on it. It really sucks! But I do fill in whenever they need me. I take whatever gig I can get.

Ballet Folklorico keeps grabbing my attention. It's still part of my culture, just like Mariachi. But where would I go for classes? I'm still not too connected in this town. But this is something that I'd enjoy doing. I mean, just watch these videos. You can't tell me that it doesn't look fun.



Do you see that? Well, I do some of that dancing already in Mariachi. I learned from some dancers years ago! And in the group I was once in, back home, me and a friend would dance like this. Puro Jarocho!



This is just a beautiful dance. Just look at the way they dance. How can you not fall in love with Ballet Folklorico.



This is one of the beautiful and fun dances that I just love. Another one that I learned with a friend. :)



And who doesn't like a good Polka? I mean come on! I was born dancing these no lie! My grandma had me dancing polkas when I learned how to walk. I still love to dance them.



This just makes me smile. Come on! you have to admit it. What I would give to dance a Polka right now!



One of my favorite songs to play. And just love to watch the dancers dance to this song! It's just beautiful.



La Bruja is another one of my favorite songs. I don't know why. It just is. And this dance, absolutely beautiful!

I'm telling you, I really want to start learning Ballet Folklorico. And I don't mean how my friend and I learned. It was backstage before a show. I want to really study this type of dance. Maybe I'll do it at the Mariachi Conference this year. Or maybe I'll actually find a studio to start studying at. ♥Besitos

Dream Bedroom

Do you remember this post? I would really like bedding similar to this, to go with that bed. I could imagine dark red/maroon walls, and cream chiffon flowing over the bed. Lots of candles. Wouldn't that be an amazing bedroom? A place of romance and comfort. Oh, a mujer can dream! One day, I'll get an adult bedroom. Until then, I'm OK with sleeping on the floor, in my living room. An explanation for that, will have to come on another post, on another day. ♥Besitos

To Dream

One can dream! I've wanted a "Big Girl" bed since I moved. Yes, since I was 18 years old! That's almost 9 years people. Growing up, I had a full sized bed. Which I loved! But when I moved, I couldn't take my bedroom furniture. And I was given an old daybed.

But I've always wanted a big bed. A big comfy bed. Like this one. I love the look of wrought iron beds. There's something whimsical and romantic about them. I could envision beautiful, airy material flowing from all sides. Oh, the possibilities! If only I made a bit more money. Just so I could afford a grown up bed like this one. ♥Besitos

Bistro Set

I've wanted a Bistro Set for years. Something like this one. Years ago, I worked at Target. And there was a really nice set for about $200. Unfortunately, I waited too long. And Target stopped carrying that specific model. I've seen them in various ads. And recently seen a fairly nice on at K-Mart.

But none are like this set. I really like it! But it also has a price tag of almost $600. Something that is way out of my price point. I really wish I could afford this. It would be perfect in my back porch. I would just love to have it there. To sit and enjoy a nice dinner. A mujer can dream. ♥Besitos

27

Yes friends, it's that day. When I turn 27. I'm not stressing out about the day. Or my age. Or where I am in life. To me, it's just another day...

I'm at work. In the middle of the labor and delivery floor. Listening to screaming women. It's life. And my family was never big on birthdays. So I never really got into the crazy celebrations for my own birthday. I'm a year older. I'm not sure how much wiser. But a year older.

For the most part, I'm happy with where my life is. Could it be better...yes. But it's a nice life. You have to learn how to take the good with the bad.

My goals for the year...get back into playing with a Mariachi. Full time. Stop being so damn shy and quiet! Work on being happy and enjoying life. Zo keeps telling me that I need a boyfriend to do that. I'm not so sure about that. But it couldn't hurt. Well, if the right guy came around. And I really want to work on making my house a home. It's almost been 9 years. And I still feel like it's not quite home.

I look at birthdays as starting off points. Places to make positive changes. To set goals. And to see where life has taken me thus far. I would love to be a better musician. To become more of a people person. And most of all enjoy my life more. So here is to year #27! I just know, it's going to be a good one. :) ♥Besitos

My Big Brother

Today, my oldest brother goes home. We're actually getting ready now. To go pick him up. It's weird. I'm happy, but also worried. I can't explain it. Like something is not completely right. But I'm not going to think about that. Not today.

My Dad is really excited. And my brother is going to be living at my parents' cabin for a while. It's going to be nice to have him near. And now, maybe my Dad will get some more help in the business. I know, it's a lot of work for just him and my Mom. I try my best to help, but I live over 200 miles away.

So this day, it's a mixed blessing. But I hope it's new start for my brother. A positive start. To make something better of his life. To be a better person. I guess only time will tell. But I'm still hopeful. Now, I need to go get ready for the big day. We're all heading back to my parents' house later today. ♥Besitos