The Joy Of Enjoying

Cotton In The Sky

Yesterday when I went back home from work, right before

I went inside my house, I noticed how beautiful the clouds looked.

I thought to myself, "jeez Marcela, you get off work

and you go directly home on such pretty day... why don't you

enjoy the sky a little?"

So I did. I grabbed my camera and went along this pretty road

nearby, taking pictures along the way.

The clouds were puffy, gigantic, and they made the houses look tiny

They also made this tree look more isolated and peaceful

I used my other lens to see the difference. How awesome would it be

if we could sleep on them...

*sigh*

On the way back home there was a small hill to pass and, with the clouds above,

it was too magical for my camera to skip

Finally, when I thought I didn't need more pictures, I looked at my house, my room

on the right, and the sky behind. Lens cap off, camera on, click!

Days are passing really fast and I already started preparing for my trip to Peru. So far, I know I will need three suitcases at least; my mom will probably help me with one of those when she visits Peru this July. I already made that suitcase; it's full of winter clothes (the ones I don't need in Austin AT ALL right now).

I've also started to re-organize my room, area by area, to make sure that I'm taking everything I need and that whatever stays here is in order. Of course, right now my room looks like a hurricane went through it (maybe I'll show you a picture...). But I tell my mom not to worry; it's only temporary because the purpose is 'total organization.'

I'm still thinking about the type of job I want to find there... maybe something related to urbanism? urbanism and photography? something that requires English skills? a business started by my friend and I? Who knows...it's going to be an interesting time, I believe.

And what will happen with my blog? Should I rename it 'the joy of enjoying

life in Peru'? Because, trust me, it's completely different, with many problems as well, but with many things to enjoy! Yes, maybe I should do that... as long as I have a blog,

the name could change according to my location. I kind of want to have

a Spanish one too... hmmmm...

Anyway, I'll be telling you more about that as time passes.

On another note, guess what, my Etsy shop has 9 sales already. The last

three were relatively close. It made me happy. Slow period again though.

I do have a sale going on!

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*♥* SALE SALE SALE
Buy 1, get 1 50% off (equal or smaller price)! Convo me before adding the second one to your cart! Sale ends 6/30

I swear if I had more readers I would do giveaways!

But I'm afraid the comments would be so few :/

Ok, that was all today. I will come back as soon as I can;

I hope you're having a fantastic week!

In Country Mode

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Guys, I like Country Music. For some people country might be annoying and perhaps cheesy,

but I think it's because they haven't given that genre a chance.

Recently, I compiled many of my favorite country songs into one CD

so that I can listen to it when I'm in Peru and remember Texas. I have lost count on

the number of times I've listened to this cd in my car already.

I'm telling you, it's genious! haha, joking, but you might actually like it!

If you're already a country fan, then I am almost sure you'll like my little compilation

(as I have old and new)!

If you don't like country, then I think you should click below and listen to

some of the songs; maybe start with number two... such cool beat.
(note: # 14 is hilarous--he's talking about his Willie Nelson CD FYI, #3 is sad but beautiful)

Have a wonderful weekend everyone! And enjoy your Memorial Day :)

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here it is:

Two songs missing (were not available in that site):

Fool Hearted Memory - George Strait

If You're Thinking You Want A Stranger - George Strait

Apologies & 2 Pictures

Dear Enjoyers,

I have to apologize once again for not writing as often as I used to. In only three months I will be traveling and there is sooo much stuff I need to take care of before leaving. I am going to be writing about it eventually. Today I actually wanted to tell you about an old friend from college, but I am here in my room trying to organize some things and I even have to go wash some dishes because I don't want my mom to see them in the morning! So, instead of hurrying and writing my post rushed, I thought I'd share with you two pictures that I sold within the last 5 days on Etsy (how exciting!!!):

This picture was taken with my Canon 30D here in Texas.

I really love railroad tracks, so I

was pretty excited to find this elevated one.

This picture was taken with my little Nikon CoolPix in Vienna, Austria.

Three years ago (May 22nd) I was in that beautiful city.

Wow, time passes by so faaaast.

Anyway, I'm glad two people found them pretty

and decided to support my little shop :)

I will come back to tell you the other story! :)

Haha

This is just a short post (the longer one I'm saving for later because I need a few images).

Don't you just love those pictures that you take on accident while trying

to figure out camera settings?

This is one of me, the day I went to 'One Night of Queen'

and posed with a mustache.

My friend named it 'The Evil Mexican Midget"

My hair is so light in there, that it looks as if I was wearing a blonde wig

My nose just looks too funny. Oh well

Fabulous Fridays: Mothers

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Thought: Today I want to dedicate this post to my mom as well as all

the other wonderful mothers of this world (the ones with us

and the ones watching over us). This weekend it's their day.

I can't believe they only have one a year... there

should be more Mother holidays, don't you think?

My brothers and I are going to give her a card and

some other little things (she reads this, so shhh).

But today I want to dedicate two songs to her and

show you a few wonderful quotes I found.

Mothers are special, everyone. Tell her how much you love her,

kiss her, hug her, go with her somewhere special. Sometimes

we take time for granted, and then later regret not spending

enough time with her. So do it! and not just for her special day, but

everytime you can.

Two songs I dedicate to my mom:

Thank You For Loving Me - Bon Jovi

[...Thank you for loving me

For being my eyes

When I couldn't see

For parting my lips

When I couldn't breathe

Thank you for loving me

You pick me up when I fall down

You ring the bell before they count me out

If I was drowning you would part the sea

And risk your own life to rescue me...]

You Are So Beautiful - Joe Cocker

[...You are so beautiful to me

Such joy and happiness you bring

Like a dream

A guiding light that shines in the night

Heavens gift to me

You are so beautiful to me...]

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Quotes: M is for the million things she gives me

O means only that she's soft to hold

T for the things she tries to teach me

H is for her heart of purest gold

E for her eyes with love light shining

R means right and right she'll always be

Put them all together they spell Mother,

A word that means the world to me

- Author Unknown

Mothers hold their children's hands for a short while, but their hearts forever. ~Author Unknown

Mother love is the fuel that enables a normal human being to do the impossible. ~Marion C. Garretty, quoted in A Little Spoonful of Chicken Soup for the Mother's Soul

God could not be everywhere and therefore he made mothers. ~Jewish Proverb

My mom is a neverending song in my heart of comfort, happiness, and being. I may sometimes forget the words but I always remember the tune. ~Graycie Harmon

For those of you who may not have your mama here anymore,

remember that she will always be in your heart, and from wherever

she is, I'm sure she continues to love you and care for you in a

way the only mothers can. The love they give is so strong, that no

physical change could ever take it away. God bless them <3