My Lovely Kids
God gave me two little angels Andre and Demitri! Thank you Heavenly Father for sending me my little pieces of heaven.
With all my heart and love I would like to inform you both the huge role you play in my life, the love that your presence has generated in me is inexplicable, that goes beyond any feeling, (which you’ll be able to feel the day you become parents) you have changed my life fully and there is nothing in this world that inspires and motivates me more to be a better man, father, friend and guide to you. I learned to appreciate many things differently. Since your lives are so important to me, my assets and my priorities have all been changed just for you.
My loves, you both have helped me appreciate how simple and great life can be without luxuries. The smile on your faces, watching you run and play are one of the many experiences that are priceless. Now that time has become very important to me I would like to share as much time as possible by your side, I would like to have more free time and I fight for it every day. Unfortunately now a days work has taken the reins of human society. Believe when I say that what I do is necessary to provide you with a quality life needed and not one that solely is based on quantity or coarseness.
I wish I could stop time, but it slips out of my hands and you two are growing up so fast. It seems like it was just yesterday when I had the opportunity to see you both born, but I enjoy every second of this divine blessing God has granted me. In this space that I have dedicated to you with all my love, I want to say that I adore you both with all my heart, I am very happy to share this life with you. I would not change anything in this magnificent journey and I pray God grants me an excellent memory to remember every detail until the day I die.
This summer July of 2013 we built our second project “pirate ship” which was an inevitable experience and we had the opportunity to do it together, both of you helped me lose the pencil and the tape measure several times, as well as the different type of tools we used, but helped pass me the screws for the wood. One of my favorite moments was the actual painting. Wow! Let me tell you that was unforgettable, I sincerely hope that we can build our love and friendship for many years to come just like in our project, as a “Team”.
My advice: Although the world has become a difficult place both to live in as well as to live with, it is never impossible, it is the responsibility of both of you as individuals to turn it around and make it better than what it unfortunately has become today. Do not let anyone steal your innocence, neither lose it with time or experiences in life. Do not let that kid disappear within you because it is the best way to enjoy a simple life full of happiness.
I’m sure there will be tough times where you will encounter people or entities that do not share this kind of vision (you can try to help them share this point of view with you) but do not let anyone or anything change it. Take care and recognize people and “friends”, two faced ones that unfortunately exist, that apparently pretend to care about your well being and affection but in reality do not. Also be careful of the people that bring noise and confusion, these people like to speak out loud without having the slightest idea of what they are talking about, they regularly speak only by the habit of talking.
I hope to earn your trust to guide you at all times in any consultations and hopeful that God will provide me with many more years of life to be there when you both need me the most. Be guidance and inspiration to anyone, the kind of person who is polite and respectful, the one who is always welcomed with a smile, happiness, joy, and a strong loving hug. If you don’t know someone don’t judge until you are sure, don’t let anyone poison your minds with negative comments; there could be a root for the reason why certain people act a certain way, if possible you could help show them a proactive path to benefit themselves.
Keep in mind that some people unfortunately see the way of change but are just inclined to their own ways of thinking which wont let them change their minds. You have the right to be happy, happiness is a life style but unfortunately the majority prefer to focus on themselves and choose not to be; you create happiness around you anywhere you are, you don’t seek for it. There is no better way to start any kind of interaction with a smile, believe me this simple act will take you to unlimited places especially directly to peoples hearts.
Please do not confuse temporary materialistic things for happiness. This type of happiness will leave in a blink of an eye, invest your time in quality experiences and not quantity. Sing, laugh and dance with all your desire and enjoy the moment, do not be ashamed to do so. Scream of joy with all your lungs. Cry with all your heart when you are sad or whatever the reason is, there is nothing wrong with showing your feelings because at the end of the day you are human.
Material luxuries will not bring long lasting happiness at all, society is carried away all the time with advertisements that will try to convince you, be wise and don’t be manipulated, simplicity is magnificent, because you wont need to own something you do not need. The best experiences and feelings in life are free, get to know them and put them in practice, always have this in mind. Respect, love and trust are very important gifts in life that are earned; if you failed once, do everything possible to recover it. We are human and we all make mistakes sometimes, it is very important to learn the lessons in order to avoid stumble again.
Never discriminate or judge without first looking at yourself in the mirror. Race, color, religion, appearance or economic status does not make the person, we are all humans and we all have the same right to live this life in harmony, the world is our home without barriers or boundaries of any sort. Problems will always be around, it is better to face these intelligently and learn from them instead of getting caught up in the same situation.
Alcohol has been around for centuries and plays a large role in our generations, I hope to be there to educate you both about it when the time is right, as well as inform you of the consequences of how this can destroy you if you abuse it and don’t learn how to control it; do not let inexperienced friends or people you don’t really know tell you what to do, please seek guidance of those who want the best for you. Drugs, what can I say, unfortunately are more accessible than alcohol today. Please do not fall into this highly addictive habit, it is the worst thing you can do to your body physically and mentally.
Sports are great, be active, the human body and its capabilities never seizes to amaze me, practice and give it your all but don’t fall into obsession, do it with passion, remember people who take care of themselves and practice healthy methods will be the ones who flourish. Once again there are no barriers or boundaries, the world has only one team which is humanity. Sports are there for fun not to create obsession.
When you decide to work, do it for a purpose and not for corruption. And most importantly, do something that you are passionate about. Remember that if you start something seek always to complete it, whatever you decide to do always do it with all your effort, perfection and experience will come with practice. People are not objects, do not take advantage of their feelings or waste their time for any reason, life is full karma and sooner or later you will get back what you give, therefore give good as you get, honesty is your best friend.
Always remember that you both are brothers and have each other, I’m sure you’ll have disagreements but never stop holding your hands and never give up on each other. Life is short and not worth wasting it on disagreements, always make sure to make amends. Women are indispensable in this life, treat them like how you would want others treating your mother, they are worth infinity because without them we would not exist.
Love, adore and respect your mother, she also loves you wholeheartedly just like me, she always wants the best for you, although sometimes she might seem a little overprotective, never forget to remind her how much love and appreciation you have for all her efforts and being there for you. Never be reserved, demonstrate the love and affection towards your family, friends, and others who you appreciate.
I have lived and made many decisions during my life and therefore want to share my experiences as well as what I have learned from them. With these values be men and I assure you that with this there will be unlimited doors opening. Unfortunately I would have wanted to receive a father figure for a longer period but your grandfather Juan’s health was affected by cancer in his blood and I did not have the opportunity and the time to enjoy his presence. Rest in peace my beloved father and we will remember you always Mr. Juan R.
May God provide me with many more years of life to be there when you need me and many blessing to be with you my whole life. If I ever made or make a mistake please I want you to tell me and if I’m unaware of the reason because you decide to put it in the past I hope you will forgive me. I promise if I know the reason of my errors I will tell you both and work on not committing the same error ever again. This is the reason why I decided to start this little movement between everyone. Therefore, do not leave anything unsaid now that we have the opportunity to say it and enjoy this beautiful life. It is quite simple to do the right thing and really worth it without any complications. The difference is in our hands!
Love you with all my heart, Papa.