Cupcakes

I have been reading Nienie's blog and then linked over to The Sweet Tooth Fairy's blog, which then linked me over to some other cool cupcakes sites/blogs. I am so inspired. There are sooooo many delicious and super cute cupcakes to make! My mission is to make some and sell them in a cute little cafe in Mexico City......The only problem is that I can't actually bake very well.....slight oversight. Where there's a will there's a way, right? I think I can....I think I can....I think I can....

Happy Holidays

We have had such a great 2009! We started off the new year celebrating with our good friend George and my mom! It was so great having them with us to welcome in 2009! I honestly cannot believe it is nearly 2010! We got to visit Acapulco a couple of times this year, and it is beautiful there! We also made a couple of trips to visit Enrique’s family in Puebla. Gabriella and I were lucky enough to make it back to Salt Lake City for 2 visits during 2009 and it was great to see everybody! My job title this year is full-time English teacher and I also got a promotion being the English team representative. It has been a great professional experience for me. I have also been lucky enough to be conducting some professional development workshops for other English teachers here in Mexico CIty! Enrique is looking into opening an import business, so wish us luck on that front!
"Progress always involves risks. You can't steal second base and keep your foot on first." Frederick B. Wilcox
This year has also been a great time for reflection. I have really been thinking about how crazy this adventure we call life is and about fate! I sure didn’t imagine my life turning out this way. I never thought I’d be living in Mexico City with my husband and daughter. On the flip side, how great it is that Gabby gets to grow up with both of her parents and in one of the largest cities in the world. Rather than weep and morn for the life I wish I had, I’d rather be thankful and appreciate all that I have been given. I am very thankful for a super supportive family, amazing friends who are always willing to listen, a fantastic husband who truly cares for his family, and a good job. We may not be in Utah right now, but we are making the most of our time abroad. Gabriella is picking up both English and Spanish with ease, and being bilingual could be the best gift we ever give her! So, I am trying to live the optimistic life and keep thinking “when life gives you lemons....make lemonade!” It tastes great!
Love and best wishes to all our family and friends. We have really appreciated the support and words of wisdom over this past year. We hope to see you all soon!

Immigration Reform

So, we heard on the news here in Mexico yesterday that immigration reform has been introduced. If anyone of persuasion having to do with immigration reform happens upon this blog, please remember WE ARE NOT JUST CASE NUMBERS! WE ARE PEOPLE AND FAMILIES WITH FACES, FEELING, EDUCATION, AND DREAMS!!!!! That is all I ask. Treat everybody like a HUMAN BEING and not just a case being processed or a quota to fill.
Thanks for your time!