We all know what terrible things have been going on in our world today. It is not new news that people from around the world are suffering and struggling because of coronavirus. We have seen movies very similar to what has been going on today. While people are posting online about being bored at home because they don't know what to do really need to stop and count their blessings. There are so many who have been buried away from there loved ones, they were isolated, struggling to breathe alone, while their loved ones could not be anywhere near them. If your biggest struggle right now is being bored... think again. So many people around the world have lost jobs, loved ones, and one of the most important means of survival... money. I don't know what is going to happen tomorrow, but I can tell you that today we can all make a difference. One, get your groceries and once you have them stay home. Be kind to the elderly, and to everyone around you. One of my biggest fears is that people are going to start going mad. So please prepare yourself for this, don't be apart of the mess. Stay out of where you aren't needed. Two, love your loved ones from afar if you are not feeling well. Three, pray. Do not forget to pray. Before I continue... I will stop right here and share ideas on things you can do to stay busy while you are home whether you are working from home or got laid off, just breath we just have to stay calm, things will be okay if we stay strong.


1. Read a book - when is the last time you actually had time to read a book without interruptions? If you are interested in the Gospel, here is a link for fun and easy reads, AlabasterCo

2. Write - writing down our feels and writing down are stories could be so valuable not only to us but for future generations, you know all those letters that were found in history? People talking about their life experiences? Maybe you can write yours. It might even help cleanse your soul by getting things off your chest.

3. Facetime your loved ones - sometimes we are so busy with life that we don't talk to those whom we love - it gets very hard on a weekly basis when all we do is work - so use this time to talk to those who you haven't spoken to in a while

4. In-home YOGA & Meditation - Sit down beath and relax hop on youtube, search at home YOGA and see your stresses diminish even if it's for a while

5. Spring Cleaning - I got to do this over the weekend and I feel so much better - I have a box ready to donate to those who need any of the things I do not anymore

6. If possible, walk outside and get some exercise, I know I know, but you can exercise at home and if you are blessed to go outside then do it, my friends!

7. Want to just stay in? Watch these shows online
- This is Us
- Good Trouble
- Jane the Virgin
- The Good Place
- Stranger things
- Trials of Gabriel Fernandez
- Hart of Dixie
- New Girl
- Young and Hungry

& many more see options here - rottentomatoes.com

8. Plan your future - it's hard with everything going on and chances are that if and when this blows over something like this will happen again - once we survive this what game plan can we come up with for future crisis?

Don't forget, we are either all on this together, or we fail as a nation.

My mom stopped working 27ish years ago to raise her kids. My older sister, brother, and I. My daddy worked worked to put food on the table, clothes on our backs, and well they made it work to raise us into the people we are today. Without both of their hard work and efforts our life would be completely different. I for one would have not known what to do as a child mom cooked for us, washed our clothes, cleaned for us, took us to school, to the doctor, and so much more. My dad... When I found out how little he made back in the day I was in disbelief that he raised and entire family on that pay. I am forever grateful for them both. They have my heart, literally, both my best friends for life. I could never & mean ever choose sides. I have both their backs as they have had mine. Both my parents are amazing, sadly 26 years of marriage later... Time changed and flew by they never realized they stopped being a team. (Life is hard)


It's the truth, my family isn't broken we all really love each other... I guess God just has different plans for my parents. All I can do is be there, support them, love them and pray that the rest of their life is grand.

I remember being a little girl sleeping in between both my parents and telling them "I'm going to sleep with you forever" my parents would laugh and I'm sure they would think "we wish" but this little girl grew up and spread her wings. Let me say, till this day you will find me sleeping with them like a little girl. 100x bigger than my mom, but it's all good, she likes it :P

As I grew up, I thought I had the world in the palm of my hands. My imagination ran for miles, there was nothing I felt I couldn't do. I'd daydream about my future, future job, future house, future husband, travel goals, and so much more. No one told me it would be so hard.


I graduated in December and landed my first big girl full time job. The pay not so great, but I'm gaining experience. I work 5 straight days out of the week as a writing & a reading permanent sub since I have still been working on my certification exams and let me tell you...  I am exhausted every day! Working full time for someone else is a daily reminder that I don't want to work for someone else all my life. Right now, I am fresh out of college in need of experience, building myself up, and paying off school and preparing myself for my adult life. I am not where I want to be, but this is just the start. I am positive that the future is bright, but in order to make my dreams come true, I have to work towards them each and every day.
As the days get harder, I want to be that little girl again. I want to have both my parents next to me, holding me and telling me, "every little thing is gonna be alright."


I've been reading blogs here and there about adult-ing, and I came across one by "The Brief" 20 adulting tips and I'm all about it! There is so much I need to learn! What about you? Are you adulting right now? Have any tips for us? Share by commenting down below. :)



Coffee Shop: Don Martin's Coffee Co.
 540 S Presa St, San Antonio, TX 78205
I recommend trying out the Horchata Latte! It's delicious! 
The ambiance is nice and the staff members are so welcoming :) 



I'll never, ever be full. I'll always be hungry. Obviously, I'm not talking about food. Growing up, I had nothing for such a long time. Someone told me a long time ago, and I've never forgotten it, 'Once you've ever been hungry, really, really hungry, then you'll never, ever be full.' Dwayne Johnson

Welcome back to the Coffee Shop Diaries! :D
Last week I got so many of you reach out to me about my job and the things I see and have been dealing with. You all gave me such great advice and I truly appreciate it! This past week felt so good and I have you to thank! One: I started pulling my munchkins off to the side and y'all it's been working! It's crazy insane :) they don't behave all day, but for a good % I feel that they are growing to respect me more and more every day.


A couple of you saw my "So... I didn't get the job" post and I have now been working for three weeks! I started my coffee shop diaries talking about work, but I forgot to mention this little life update. I am still working on my state exams and hope to start my first full year of teaching come August. The exams have been kicking my butt, but I know I'll be done with it sooner than what I could imagine. I honestly thought I was going to be jobless for a long time. I never got any calls back from the places I applied to and I kept questioning why I couldn't land a job. Fortunately, I got recommended by a teacher that I would be a great fit to their campus. So far, I have grown to love my kids even if they could really get my head aching :p



2 Months ago, I never thought I'd be employed by a school, especially so late in the year. I wanted to share with you a couple things.

One
Don't get discouraged if you don't get a call back from a job you applied for
Two
Apply to as many places as possible despite the job criteria, you have no idea what could happen if you do!
Three
Know your worth! Don't let anyone take advantage of you.
Four
Go with what makes you happy!!
Five
Stand by what you believe in!


Sometimes things are easier said than done, but we are going to get knocked down and our number one job is to always get back up. If we don't, then we are giving up on all this world has to offer us. Sometimes we get stuck in a place we don't want to be in and that is our challenge to overcome. I do believe everything happens for a reason... Good and bad, but I also don't think we are meant to be upset with where we are in life. At that point, we either stay where we are, or figure out how to get on the path we want to want to be on.

My high of last week was
Being complimented on having amazing classroom management
My low
Falling in the mud during a photo shoot

Hi there and welcome to my coffee shop diaries!
Every Monday, starting today, I will be sharing with you parts of my week including my highs and lows as I sit back and sip on some delicious ice coffee all while watching the spring season approach.

This past week was spring break and I decided to head over to Houston to visit my older sister.
I had the best time! We ate good food (one of my favorite places is pictured here Egg Haus, I recommend trying out their sandwiches YOU will fall in love!) went to the rodeo, saw Kings of Leon in concert and WOW they are amazing! I didn't know many of their songs, but the ones I did best believe I was going hard :D

We also went to the zoo, saw the beautiful animals, and snapped some gorgeous pictures! Other than that we were chillin because the weather was SO gloomy and you know it's so easy to just stay at home and watch movies and TV shows like the Bachelor (OMG DID YOU WATCH?) all day because if the sun is not out... Neither am I :p

I came back home on Wednesday and since then I have been relaxing, cleaning my apartment, and packing for my move! I am so excited to change my room, organize my drawers, and just feel fresh and declutter so much of my unnecessary items! :D



My thoughts for this week have been on how to improve my brand, who I am, and my relationships.
Every week I try and focus on something new, something I feel that could use some improvement, and focus only on that so I don't overwhelm myself with too much.

High: Going to visit my sister and spending time with her.

I don't see my sister often and every time we hang out we have a great time! She is so wise and inspiring I always learn so much and am in complete "Ahhhh" when we talk!

Low: Feeling bland with myself and those around me.

I don't know why, but I have been a little distant with the people I love, it's strange and I don't understand exactly how I feel so I have been reading a lot and researching things but google can only help so much. I have been praying about it and I hope what I feel passes by soon.


EXCITING NEWS... I START working tomorrow... Did you read I didn't get the job blog post?
If you haven't, you should! Being a fresh college graduate is not easy, I envy those who land a job straight out of college, but it takes a lot of patience and hard work to land something great!
I am doing an update about finally getting a job after my first week of work! I am so excited, and so nervous! I literally feel butterflies in my tummy! Wish me luck! :)

I hope you have a beautiful week! Look at yourself in the mirror and tell yourself all the things you want, work hard and see them come true!

Food for thought,
 "One small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day."


PS. Please feel comfortable to share a little about your week with me! I'd love to here about your highs and lows and even more if you want to share! It's a safe place to share a little about ourselves!