Wow Really?

I am so grateful that I have Faith in God, and I lean not on my own understanding. Yesterday, after all the excitement, I knew I would need to take my pain medication. This is something I don't do often, as I do not like the way they make me feel, but last night I was in so much pain. I held out as long as I could, and at 3 am, I reached for my meds, only to find they were gone, bottle and all.
I don't get it, I sacrifice so much for my family, and yet someone in my own home took away the one thing that takes my pain away, even if for only momentary relief. My heart was sickened to know that someone that I either gave birth to, or Rhianna's father is to blame. These are people that are supposed to love me and respect me. I would hope that they wouldn't do something that further my discomfort. I mean Rhianna's dad, doesn't live with us, but for Rhi's sake for the Holiday, I opened our home to him once again. Today he will be going back, Luke and Joshua will be here along with Rhianna, and my dad. The list of people living in my home need to continue to shrink. I keep that in continual prayer. This morning I woke up and took my issues to The Cross. I don't have that gut wrenching, piercing pain I had when I woke up remembering my pain, and the reason it's still there. I confessed my anger to God, and I know ion my heart that God will be with me, and this situation is my my destruction. I am living Victoriously!!! I am Blessed, and this will NOT bring me down.

End of the year is fast approaching!!!

So very excited Christmas Day is this week, and soon there after is New Years!!! I am so happy to be putting this year to rest, and to say that I am greeting this New Year with much enthusiasm, expectations and  hope. I leave much of my past behind with this New Year that is about to come in. I am excited for the changes God has allowed me to see, I am thrilled with the new mindset to have a great life, and grateful that He has taken me past this year in Victory.

Crying...

I am feeling so sad because the City I love so much is hurting terribly. People placing the blame in everyway except the one that counts. Officer Ramos and Officer Liu were killed because they chose to be Police Officers. They were murdered in uniform while on duty. There is NO excuse for that, NO way to make sense of this, nor is there ANY way to find justification to the events that lead up to this tragedy. I am outraged that people are so ignorant and hateful. I don't even want to put a name to the murderer, but he believed the hype of hatred to our NYPD Officers. No matter what you do there is no bringing back the men of color that have died at the hands of NYPD, or any other PD out there. They acted in the line of duty and none of us are out there to say what happened or didn't. We civilians have NO idea what goes on in the minds of Officers when placed in these positions. I do not condone killing anyone. I don't think the death of Eric Garner in Staten Island was justified. I believe there are other ways of handling people who are being detained, or questions by Police Officers. I think that the Officers should have been brought to justice based on what I saw in the media, however there was a panel of jury who thought otherwise, and the "why's" we may never know. To blame Officers that are out there to protect the public is horrible. Ramos, and Liu were protecting you, me, our children, our property, our security. This is terrible, and we shall all as a City and Nation suffer.

URBAN DICTIONARY of "PROJECTS"

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Projects

Usually a group of dirty buildings made for really poor/homeless people to live in. Projects are dangerous,very dirty,filled with gangsters,drug dealers,pimps,hookers and such. The first set of projects made(Starret City,made in 1963) where made for Blacks to live in,but over the years people of all races started to live in projects.

New York's worst set of projects is in Brooklyn, called Starret City. New Orleans's worst is the Caliope Projects. Californias is the Pork & Beans Projects.

by GAME50 October 10, 2005

NYPD Under Attack

I wanted to voice my anger with the loss of NYPD Officers today in Brooklyn, NY. I am frustrated that the "Powers that Be" can't seem to get it right. There is much discord over the recent events between NYPD, and Citizens. Actually this is something that goes beyond the borders of NYC. All across the Country we hear of Officers shooting down "Innocent" people of color. What we don't see on the media circus are the valiant Officers who put their lives on the line daily. There are many Officers who lose their lives protecting society, but because they are what??? white???? they don't deserve mention? That is ludicrous. Bottom line is Life is LIFE, and it is valuable no matter the shade on the outside, that is still a human being. To kill an Officer cause you "getting revenge" is absurd. How dare anyone take a life in such a manner? If you want to be honest look in the mirror, we have created this. We are killing our own kind!!! I live in the Projects in NYC, and now I live in a pretty good spot, but that hasn't always been the case. I lived in a building where a woman was thrown from my balcony, while I was downstairs in my bedroom. I have seen drugs being sold, and girls being raped, or selling themselves to drug dealers just for a fix. I have been in the middle of several shoot outs while holding my daughter, or when my children were playing in the park. I have been around some Officers who were not so nice, and I have been the victim of being searched, and stripped down because the area I lived in was infested with drug and gang activity. You know what, even then, I knew they were doing their job. I didn't protest their actions because these men, and women were there to ensure the people living in the community were protected from each other. That is sad. I am thankful that I no longer live in that area, even though it has calmed down some, or rather those causing the trouble are either in jail, injured, or dead. A guy I knew ended up paralyzed- young kid too, such a shame. He got caught up in the life, he made wrong choices, and will forever have to deal with it. Biblically speaking,

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Matthew 26:52New International Version (NIV)

⁵² “Put your sword back in its place,” Jesus said to him, “for all who draw the sword will die by the sword

We as a community need to STOP placing blame, we need to look at our own actions that have caused this. I am a minority, my great grandmother was a slave taken from her village many years ago when there were slaves, and slave traders. She was purchased by my great grandfather who fell in love with her, and married her in Church. He loved her, until she passed away. She died very young by today's standards of pneumonia. I am against racism. My family is from the amazing island of Puerto Rico. I consider myself Black, Spaniard, and Taino. I am acknowledged as an American born of Puerto Rican parents. I love my country, culture, and flavor. I love that as a race we come in all colors, and to me having a little bit of color I compare to one of our favorite seasonings called Sazon.
There has to be an in between, our young men need to stop the ignorance, stop the hate, stop the blame. Our Officers need to ease people's fears. We need to confide in our Officers. We MUST bridge this gap sooner rather than later. The ghetto mentality is not even from this era, it was set up designed to have people living in the ghetto to destroy one another, and sadly this is coming to pass. Where does it end? It starts with me, it starts with you, it has to start somewhere, or it will end nowhere, and taking along the ride is all the innocent people in the in between.
Pray for our City, for our Politicians, and each other.

#Copshot #Fallenheroes #SoSad

Feeling Hopeful

Yesterday I was on The MetroNorth on my way to pick up my son from his school campus, and I began to read The Bible. I read mostly from the Book of Luke, but also from other Books as well, and I read that God loves me, and I need to keep Faith. I also read to continue in Prayer no matter what your circumstances God really does care. I got off at the Dobbs Ferry Station feeling like a huge weight was lifted off of my shoulders, and I no longer feared what was in my path, instead I chose to believe God, and to Trust Him. Tonight I am witnessing first hand God's Love for me. He is showing me that He really does care for me, my circumstances, an my state of mind. I feel His Love, and Comfort. I know that He is opening doors for me, and in Obedience, I will continue in Victory. Have a Blessed Weekend everyone!!!

Giving God Glory!!!

My dad gave me my Christmas gift early!!! He didn't know how to buy what I wanted, so he asked me to go out with him, not telling me what he planned. My dad made a HUGE sacrifice to get me my gift. I am so thankful for him thinking of me. Dad knows how much I needed the gift he gave me, and how hard it has been for me to even attempt getting this item!!! I am forever thankful to my daddy!!!!

New York City Public School System is AWFUL

I walked confidently into my son's would be future school, and left feeling bitterly disappointed. My son was treated with such venom, and discrimination. My son earned his right to be placed in this school, he has never been left back, he has passed all his classes, and yet he was turned away with the possibility of maybe we can accommodate him. He was placed in this particular school by the school district, my son is not some interloper that chose to walk into just any random school. To act as if we were bothering the VP, and the Guidance Counselor is unprofessional. Our youth need to know they are wanted, not a bother. I am angered by these people and their behavior.

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Writer's Block!!!
So much I desire to express, and yet no words come out. Rethinking this blog thing as it seems that I write mostly to myself. A journal of sorts, and the only one who cares is me, myself, and I.

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Glutton for Pain???

I don't get it, I think I have a sign on my forehead that says, go ahead give me your dirt. I get frustrated when I am busy taking care of my minor children, only to have my adult children dump all over me. My adult children act as if they can't function without mommy coming to the rescue, and when I don't bow to their every whim, they get angry, and verbally abusive. It is my decision that this type of behavior is unacceptable, and maybe we need time away from one another, this hurts tremendously especially with the Holidays coming up. I bend over backwards for them, and put myself to physical discomfort, deprived of sleep, and financially I'm a hole bigger than the Grand Canyon,  and all I get is shade, hostility, and yelled at. This is no way to be. Feeling SAD!!!

My day was just.....

My day was full of unrest, near disasters, in general near misses, I am excited, looks like my Blessings are about to be harvested. It's my experience that we go through the most darkest trials, right before the greatest Blessings. Through Christ I am Renewed, Strengthened, and Victorious!!! My day will soon be put to rest, as well as the anger, pain, and frustrations. My grandson will be discharged most likely tomorrow, and he is doing a great deal better. Rhianna had a great day in school, and Anthony is happy. Brianna-Lee had a great day, but it's time for her to return to her preschool tomorrow, and all should be back to normal sooner rather than later!!! All I need is one night of full rest, a facial, and inspiration. My writing has been somewhat off, and I want to change that. It matters to me to represent myself correctly. It matters to me that I keep my writing informed, and helpful to anyone who reads it. Be Blessed

Domestic Violence yes it is sadly still happening

For anyone in this situation I urge you to talk to someone get help. We as women need to find that inner strength to do what is needed to get out, and get away. Let me just put it out there, that I am all for Marriage. I would hope that you get married to a person that loves God, themselves, and you. We sometimes go off and get married for the wrong reasons, for comfort, companionship, financial hardships, parental pressures, immigration, and even being stubborn. None of those reasons should be reasons to get married. When you make the decision to get married it should be for love, and with the understanding that this relationship should be my last. Is my thought process antiquated? maybe.... but what is the alternative? you get together every couple of years with a different individual? maybe have children from different fathers? have low self esteem, and insecurities due to the instability of having a long term relationship. Then you have to factor in the vices and characters of every new person you "hook up" with. As for the Domestic Violence, abuse comes from both men, and women. Men tend to be a great deal more vicious, but women are creative in abuse. No one has the right to hurt their life partner. Heated arguments should be handled with respect for the other individual, never with violence or the implication of such. Your spouse should never fear you, or fear you leaving them, or any such nonsense. If children are involved they should never be a weapon. Too often parents argue, and the children suffer the most. There is NO reason anyone should ever lay their hands on you, actually I take that back, I think the one and only time I could ever see from the perspective of physically assaulting another individual is in regards to my children. If I feel that you put my minor children in any danger, or that you abused my child, then all bets are off. I don't mean something small, I mean if you put bruises on my child, or allowed anyone else to hurt my child, or your actions cause imminent harm to my child, then I can see myself lose perspective. I think that is only for extreme cases while the cops arrive. My blog, my opinion. Aside from that, I don't want any man/woman/or child to go through any form of Domestic Violence. Domestic Violence comes in many forms, physical, emotional, mental, sexual. There is help and there is hope. If you need help reach out to one of the many agencies out there. 1-800-799-7233 | 1-800-787-3224 (TTY) http://www.opdv.ny.gov/help/dvhotlines.html Teen Runaway, Legal help, confidential: http://www.door.org/programs-services/runaway-homeless-youth http://www.1800runaway.org/parenting-tips-advice/

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Kongrats Kardashian Baby Boy!!!

Kourtney Kardashian has welcomed her son to the world this afternoon, God Bless always and forever!!! Amazing the timing, Mason will be sharing his birth date will his baby brother. Happy Birthday Mason, and Blessings to the birth of Kourtney's newest member of her growing family. HAPPY BIRTH DAY BABY BOY!!!

When it rains, it pours!!!

I am troubled that my grandson is still in the hospital, and to top it off, my son Luke is on his way to get examined. Luke may have appendicitis, or abscess . He has been having pain in his lower right quad, and earlier today I noticed he is not only tender, but also has some swelling. It was painful to the touch, and he just doesn't look right. I mean he is 18, but he is still now and always will be my baby. To make things even worse, my grandchildren are heading over this way due to them not being allowed in the hospital for an extensive period of time. Grandma hat on, mommy hat on, maid hat on, and chef hat, about to be put on. Life in this household, NEVER boring.

What a Day!!! Some say welcome weekend, me not so not this weekend!!!

Last night my daughter Kassandra and I set out to shop at Walmart. We went to the one in NJ. I am grateful that they are open 24/7. Kassie and I got the most of the kids into bed, and set off to buy groceries, yes in the middle of the night. We got there close to 11pm, and did not get to leave until almost 4am. Why did it take so long, well, we had one kid in tow and were using 1 shopping cart just for him. Walking with 3 shopping cars just automatically doubles your time if there is only 2 people able to push the carts. Thankfully we stuck to our super strict budget, and got much needed groceries for both our homes. My other daughter was in the hospital with my grandson Tristen. He is not doing so well. Tristen is having many tests, and we just hope that we gets answers sooner rather than later. My dad let me borrow his car, and WOW getting parking in this area is a task in and of itself. I didn't get home until well after 5am. I was hoping to have enough for some gifts, but this year for Christmas not even a tree. My sister Kristina who is my world paid for us to have a Christmas Dinner which will most likely be spent in the hospital with Tristen. At this point they are not telling us when he will come out. They said until they have an absolute reason for his many hospitalizations, they will not allow hi to be discharged, so I guess this means they are not only treating the symptoms, but they are also trying to uncover where they are coming from. I think it's environmental. I wholeheartedly believe this is from the apartment my daughter lives in with the many needed repairs that the agencies responsible keep shifting the blame, and no one takes responsibility. Still in all my daughter Karena wants to take care of this on her own, and I have given her the skills she needs to defend herself. "I don't know" is just not something I can accept, but I respect her and her husband to do what is right for their family. Too much has happened this year, I am putting in Faith that this season of unrest is due to our Blessing being right around the corner. You have to go through complete darkness sometimes so you can not only get into the Light, but also so you can appreciate it. Be Blessed, and please if this blog makes you feel any way, sound off, forward to your family and friends. I have not lost Hope, and if you are having issues you shouldn't either. God is well aware of what we go through, and He CARES!!! Big, small it doesn't matter to Him, it ALL matters. Be Blessed everyone!!!

My World is scrambled right now!!!

I am feeling some kind of sadness, there is so much going on right now that it's not really sadness so much as a feeling of being overwhelmed. I am trying so hard to be the one for everyone, and at times I'm feeling that I am doing a poor job. I have children and grandchildren each needing me in their own way. I am trying to get my own business off the ground, and yet with the lack of supplies I have, I am unable to achieve what I want. This comes from poor planning on my part. I am grateful to God for feelings are fleeting, and I won't feel this way too long. I know in my heart that I am Blessed, and I have His Favor. I am grateful that opportunities are coming to me, I am just being impatient. I do have a few resources that have come to my attention. I will be posting them soon. I am being rushed at the moment, so please be patient. Thank you if you are reading this, as I pour my heart into what I post.

Tristen is in the hospital.

My grandson Tristen is 7 months old and looks like he is once again getting hospitalized. He has been in the hospital 4 times already. His visits usually last upwards of a week. I tell you I have no idea what is wrong. He picks up viruses unlike anything I have ever seen. I know he is a premie, but he wasn't that early. I worry for him. I am glad that my daughter Karena took him to Cornell, they have his entire medical record there, and they take good care of him. It's also close to where Rhianna goes to school, so if I am needed I am already there. Please keep my grandson, his parents, and siblings in prayer.

My baby girl is growing up!!!

Rhianna is 3 years old and my youngest child. Today at this very moment, Rhianna is getting ready to jump into the pool at her school. I am sitting at the McDonalds a block away thinking maybe, I should be right there with her. This is my baby after all. An accident occurred just now right outside the window where I am sitting. No one was injured, a truck was in reverse trying to park, and they cracked the McDonalds sign. Walking out here may prove dangerous if it falls off. I am annoyed as there is a kid right next to me rapping and cursing, and speaking with so much disrespect for himself. It is sad. This is the very reason our young men of color are looked at so poorly. Here is is speaking about his mom working in the Hospital just down the Block. Now I am on E. 69th and 1st Ave. A really good neighborhood, and he is just acting foolish. Today is just NOT my day. It makes me sad that people have so little love for themselves. Where is the love? Where is the self respect? Ok.... I was going to post this when I was stopped in my tracks!!! These young men are talking about heading out to a PROTEST???? Ok they want to protest the death of a young mans death. A terrible tragic event that is a stain on our Police Department. What gets me is that they are a sad example of why it is that OUR young men of color are targets. He is stating he is not a drinker, but gets high.... And the disappointment continues... I can't no more, I am leaving here.

Such a busy day!!! Rhianna had a not so great day at Pre-K today. She told me another student pinched her cheeks. She was not happy. I was happy however that her teacher was able to address the situation, and she ended up considering the offending child her friend once again. I can't believe Rhi has a frenemy. This broke my heart. She is 3 years old. I know they made up, but it was still hurtful knowing my baby had her first fight and I wasn't there. I intend on making myself known tomorrow. I just don't want her thinking I am unavailable to her.

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This Just in for Google Play refunds for unauthorized purchases by minors.

Google Play Dear Google Play customer, We strive to provide you with the best experience possible across all of our products and services. We take pride in giving you the tools to use Google Play the way you want, including the ability to control how you authorize the purchases on your account. We understand some parents might have been charged for in-app purchases made by young children who did not have permission to make those purchases. As a result, we’ve added tools to help parents avoid unauthorized in-app purchases by their young children. We are also offering refunds in certain cases in line with our agreement with the FTC. Our records show that your account was previously charged for in-app purchases. If any of those charges were the result of unauthorized purchases by a minor between March 1, 2011, and November 18, 2014, and you haven’t already received a refund for those charges, you might be eligible for a refund. In order to make the refund process as easy and quick as possible, we encourage you to use the link below. To submit a refund request: Use this link to sign into your Google account and review your in-app purchase history. Select any in-app purchases that were unauthorized purchases made by a minor and click "Refund." Provide the requested information for any in-app purchases selected and click "Submit." Google will review your request and contact you via email about your refund status or if we have any additional questions. All refund requests must be submitted no later than December 2, 2015. If you have any questions or need further assistance with your refund request, please refer to this FAQ. You can learn more about in-app purchases and parental controls in Google Play on our Help Center. Thank you, The Google Play Team

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Bring Beth Back!!!

For those like me who LOVE Walking Dead on AMC, and were shocked, and angered over the decision to have Beth killed off, a great deal of people felt the same way, and here is a place you can let the "people's that be" hear your voice.


//www.change.org/p/the-walking-dead-bring-beth-back

Universal Pre- K Program

Looking for a Universal Pre-K Program with no waiting list? Look no further. Lenox Hill Neighborhood House has space available for children 2.10months through age 4. They have access to their indoor swimming pool, have 3 full meals, no junk food. Everything is freshly prepared for the children. They learn all throughout the day on how to act in a structure setting in a positive environment. The cost of the program is FREE yes FREE!!! My daughter Rhianna loves it.
Check out their website, the have many services which they provide the community. This is not only a child care program, you must check them out. Hope this helps anyone needing good, quality Universal Pre-K, this is it.

http://lenoxhill.org/content/who-we-help/children-and-family-services/early-childhood-center.html

What now??? This is a question many of of ponder. What next steps will lead me to greatness? What am I doing here? Many people think that these are mysterious answers I too was one of them. Then I began to apply Scripture to my life, and I am so glad I did. I have learned so much about myself. I have WON the battle of slavery to food, slothfulness, oppression, and depression. I have much to be thankful for. Biblical Principle has become my life line. Seeking God and His Kingdom is what I desire. Yes I want to help, and I also need help from my audience. Will you please share my blogspot with others? Allow me to be a Blessing to another. If you see a link that interest you, don't be afraid to click on it, they don't bite, unless you let them. God Speed :)

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Today is cold, and preparations are underway for the Nor'Easter headed our way tomorrow. It will be wet, cold, and windy. Times are hard and this weather is dangerous for those less fortunate. We can all make a difference to those less fortunate. There are stores, fire houses, community center, and even schools that are taking in lightly used, or new coats. Take inventory, clear up the clutter in your closets, and if you can give someone a coat, please donate them. Together we can save a life, keep a body warm. These tiny steps can help the individual, and the economy, but wait mostly it helps YOU the donor. Doing a kindness for another individual restores YOU. Enjoy your afternoon!!!

Tension builds.... New York Let's wake up. I saw that some of the protests over the weekend became violent, and some people were injured. That is NOT the way to show your support for the growing issues between NYPD and Civilians. When all is said and done, if you commit a crime, the very police you are protesting now have the law on their side, and will come to arrest you. When you destroy buildings, property, and establishments, guess what? you just financed the very city you are trying to tear down. Why? In order to keep the peace, more officers, buildings now need to be inspected by Dept of Buildings, courts now need more staff to provide for the influx of protesters, and until they do have adequate staff YOU the protester turned rioter are now in a holding cell someplace. The ones hit hardest are the dying breed of mom and pop stores that are struggling to get by. People please the best way to bring your point across is to vote. Be a part of your community, speak peace. Lend a hand. Don't allow past actions affect your future. If you have a record, you make it difficult to be employable, keeping you under the poverty level. Very few people in comparison to people without records, are successful. Granted that can't define you, and there are some people who have been Blessed with some success, but they will tell you they would have preferred another way. We as a whole need to teach our children. Respect God, yourself, and the law. It works. If the law is not on your side, there are ways to make it so PRODUCTIVELY. Be safe. Much love to all my readers.

My fellow New Yorkers there is an upcoming event sponsored by New York State you MUST register at

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
Congress Member Carolyn Maloney
Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer
Senator Liz Krueger
Assembly Member Richard N. Gottfried
Council Member Rosie Mendez
and
Community Board Five

invite you to participate in the New York State

Citizen Preparedness Training Program

Saturday, December 13, 2014

1:00 P.M.
The 69th Regiment Armory

68 Lexington Avenue (between 25th & 26th Streets)

New York, NY 10010 

All participants must register in advance at

                                                           www.prepare.ny.gov

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I am feeling left out. My daughter Rhianna loves Disney and yet we haven't watched Frozen. I think it's time I change that. everyone I tell I haven't seen Frozen look at me as if I grew an extra limb. I just want Rhianna to get the message. I am extremely selective of everything Rhianna watches on TV. She is allowed to watch things like Doc McStuffins, Curious George, Tarzan, things that teach her. What is your take on it? Should I have allowed Rhianna to watch this? She just turned 3 after all.

Christmas will be here sooner than some of us would like. many feelings come to us especially if we are far away from our loved ones. If you have any feelings surrounding the upcoming Holiday's Please feel free to express yourself.
For Christmas this year I will be getting together with my children and grandchildren. This year some families are not able to get gifts for their families, and I ask that you see if you are in need there are places you can go to for help.
http://save.lovetoknow.com/Free_Christmas_Presents_for_Needy_Kids
You can also try writing a letter to Santa Claus North Pole with a stamp on the envelope. Many people do wish to give, and they try these avenues.
Another agency is Toys for Tots
Angel Tree and The Salvation Army are also good places to check. You just really have to check to see what the deadlines are. I was trying to look it up, but my computer is freezing on me :(
If you are needing these resources I hope they help.
If you are fortunate enough to have for your family, please think of "adopting" a family for the Holidays. Together we can bring a ray of hope to the many people out there.

Welcome to my Blogspot!
Hello, this is my first Blog, and I hope I can make this a regular event. My name is Ingrid. I am excited to be here in this community. My purpose in beginning with this blog forum is because living in the New York City area I have acquired a wealth of information on surviving New York. I have lived in all the Boros at some point of my life, and I have lived well off, and not so well off. I have learned the many City Agencies that help New Yorkers. I was a Call Center Rep for 311 when we first went live. There is so much New York has to offer it's citizens. If you are in need of help getting around, maybe I can point you in the right direction. I am not an attorney, nor doctor. I am a Woman, Mother, Daughter, Grandmother, and Citizen of NYC and America. I am of the decent of Puerto Rico. I am Christian, and as such I would never point you in the direction that would lead you to commit a moral, or ethical crime against God, yourself, another individual, or government. I would not assist anyone in committing a crime. My sole desire is to offer people the ability to find help, resources, and or guides to overcome, empower and broaden your life. I am not perfect, and there really is no one size fits all solution. I have experience in Breastfeeding, and Child-Rearing. I am familiar with some laws, and can refer you to where YOUR Legal Rights are upheld. I am familiar with HRA/HASA programs, as well as ACS and their services. I have a child with Mental Health issues that have opened the door for me to become familiar with CSPOA, Waiver Services, The Office of Mental Health and Hygiene. OMH. You are not alone. There are avenues out there to bring you help and hope. My past work experience has been to provide consultant work. If there is a need you need looking into I will do my best to do so. I personally can't change your situation or circumstance, and I make no such promises. What I will do is provide a forum where you can vent, or get pointed in the right direction. I do ask that anyone reading my blogs. I respect you as an individual, and I expect the same. You can express yourself just please be mindful of your vocabulary. I will not tolerate any cursing, discrimination, abuse, bullying or any behavior that I deem dangerous or unlawful. I also will put this out there I have helped many families deal with Domestic VIolence, Drug Addictions, Alcohol Abuse, as well a Sexual Assault. I will work with all local, state and federal agencies should a crime be committed on my site, or I become aware of such activities. Please don't put me or yourself in that position. I know that there is help out there for most every need. I have contacts with agencies that can help you, and if you NEED help, and are willing to GET help it is out there. I also worked with a family dealing with sexual assault and I researched programs to get offenders self refer without involving the authorities if no crime has been committed meaning if you want to hurt someone reach out, and I will try to get you the help you need BEFORE you hurt someone. So if you blog you "need help because I have feelings of committing a crime", I will not ask you to get too specific, I will do what I can to research and provide a referral. I do not receive any financial compensation for these referrals. I do this because there is a need in my community. If you looking for free events in the City for Children, for Seniors I can also refer you there. I am not too proud to say "I don't know" and sadly there may be a time when I must say I can't help. Hopefully that will be few and far in between times.
Again,  welcome to my Blogspot.