What is something others do that sparks your admiration? In the grand theater of life, where the stage is set with a myriad of characters and the script unfolds with unpredictable twists, there emerges a quality worthy of admiration – the art of compartmentalization. As I navigate the […]
What could you do less of? Ah, the perennial quest for balance – a pursuit that often involves the delicate art of subtracting certain elements from the equation of life. As I gaze upon the canvas of my habits and behaviors, pondering the landscape of possibilities, the question […]
I’m not going to lie to you. I have no idea where my words are going tonight, and I might be totally random and veer into digressions. I’ve been very tired- fatigued even- these last few weeks. Getting the right medication dosage while still trying to do 101 […]
Today started off in a state of weariness that only the end of a challenging year can bring. Fatigue clung to me like tinsel on a Christmas tree, but the promise of a vacation glimmers on the horizon. As I embarked on the noble quest of scheduling a […]
Do you or your family make any special dishes for the holidays? Ah, the holiday season in the concrete jungle, where the aroma of traditional dishes wafts through the streets, signaling the arrival of festive feasts. As a New York Puerto Rican, our holiday table boasts a symphony […]
If you didn’t need sleep, what would you do with all the extra time? Ah, the tantalizing prospect of a life without the tyranny of sleep – a realm where the night extends its arms, not to lull you into slumber, but to embrace the boundless possibilities of […]
Name your top three pet peeves. Since I started this blog more than a decade ago, I’ve been writing about pet peeves. Not so much latwly, consudeting all my doom and gloom. But boy, do I have pet peeves. I should have a candy jar. I mean, what […]
Do you trust your instincts? Ah, trusty instincts, the unsung heroes of my life’s grand circus. Unequivocally, I trust my gut. From the South Bronx to high school in a completely different universe, my instincts have been my North Star, my unfiltered guide through the chaos. Picture this: […]
Im sitting here basking in a moment of reflection in the chaos that was, dare I say it, a top 5 contender for the worst year of my life. But here I am, still standing, still rocking that irreverent charm and sassy wit. Life’s a rollercoaster, and I’ve […]
What is your favorite place to go in your city? It’s that time of the year again where I extoll the virtues and wonders of New York City. Ah, the enchanting nights of New York City, where the skyline transforms into a shimmering tapestry, and the air is […]