Frijoles on the Side

Baby Pictures!!!

2009-09-08T12:11:00.000-07:00

Can you figure it out? Is it a boy or girl? We won't know until Friday, Sept 11th.

NEWS NEWS NEWS

2009-07-10T11:31:00.000-07:00

We are having a baby!!!!

Watch him/her grow!!!

Glue that holds us together - Laminin

2009-02-18T08:41:00.000-08:00

Laminin is defined by the Webster Medical Dictionary as a "glycoprotein that is a component of connective tissue basement membrane and that promotes cell adhesion." In other words, looking at laminin as a kind of glue isn't far from the truth.

Laminin is a protein found in the extracellular matrix, the sheets of protein that form the substrate of all internal organs also called the basement membrane. It has four arms that can bind to four other molecules. The three shorter arms are particularly good at binding to other laminin molecules, which is what makes it so great at forming sheets. The long arm is capable of binding to cells, which helps anchor the actual organs to the membrane.

Laminin is extremely important to making sure that your overall body structures hold together. If laminin isn't produced correctly, your muscles may form improperly, giving you a form of muscular dystrophy. Or you may just fall apart in a way similar to aging, a condition called "progeria".

I was told to look Laminin up by a friend and I tought this was great. There truly is no greater GOD that our GOD who breathed breath into our lungs, sacrificed his son for us and placed his fingerprint on our soul and in our earthly body. I thank GOD for everything and pray that those who don't know him - find him and experience is unconditional love!!

Colossians 1:15-17 (NIV)
15He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him. 17He is before all things, and in him all things hold together.

Birthday Bash Recap

2009-02-12T07:28:00.000-08:00

This past weekend was the best weekend ever. Surrounded by family and friends. It was awesome. Thank you for everyone's birthday wishes. Enjoy the

Extra Monday working at Dolphin Stadium!!!!

2008-12-29T07:23:00.000-08:00

Extra Monday working at Dolphin Stadium!!!!

We are looking for Cashiers to work during the following games:

Thursday January 1st - Orange Bowl Game - report time is 2:30pm

Sunday January 4th - Dolphin Payoff Game - report time is 7:30am

Thursday January 8th - BSC National Championship Florida vs Oklahoma - report time 2:30pm

If you are interested let me know.

It's Cashiering in the Cub Level - it pays $8/hr but comes out to be about $100 a game.

IF YOUR FRIENDS ARE INTERESTED PLEASE SEND THEM THIS POST AS AN E-MAIL SO THEY CAN CONTACT ME.

EVERYONE WHO WORKS NEEDS TO BE 18 YEARS OLD OR OLDER.

Let us know.

Victoria & Associates Career Services, Inc.
8181 NW 36th Street, Suite 22
Miami, Florida 33166
miami 305.477.2233
broward 954.441.4677
fax 305.477.2149

More picture of Uva to enjoy

2008-12-08T18:07:00.000-08:00

I call this Hannibal Lecter the Uva way!!!

UVA goes to the Vet!!!

2008-12-08T10:35:00.000-08:00

OK...so this weekend we spent time at my parents painting their house. Uva was there as well giving us moral support until she got into a fight with "Chiquitin" my dad's dog - Saturday night.

She was bit in the left paw. For those of you who know me, this may come as a surprise, I did not cry!!! Amazing!!! She bleed all over my hand as I cleaned her wound. I carried her for a few hours until I decided she was better and put her to walk on her own. That's where the story starts:

She would run and Michael would call her and she was fine,

I would call her and she would limp,

Michael called her and she was fine and

I would call her and she would limp.

This continued all Saturday and Sunday.

A sight to see... everyone was amazed.

She is so spoiled by her mom, me!!!

Anyways, I didn't think much of it on Saturday but at night I barely slept thinking about Uva and her paw and the complications that can arise from a dog bit.

I woke up on Sunday and I cried!!! I begged Michael to take her to the vet and he did. He took her today. They had to put a muzzle on her and gave her 2 shots, antibiotics and a soft cast. He told me she was a brave little soldier and was even given a doggy treat for such great behavior.

Here are the pictures of my cute little girl.

Enjoy!!!

THE GIFT REVOLUTION

2008-12-04T13:34:00.000-08:00

Check this out!!! The Gift Revolution!!!

http://www.vimeo.com/2378112

Halloween: To celebrate or not to celebrate... That is the Question

2008-10-31T08:46:00.000-07:00

Talk to 100 Christian and you may have 100 shades of opinion about the celebration of Halloween. Some Christians turn on their porch lights and welcome trick-or-treaters with candy and a specially prepares Halloween evangelism tract. Others turn off their lights and go to their churches for a Harvest festival.

What is a God Loving Gal to do?

All I can say is:
GOD made this day just like He made all the her days and we don't have to give it to Satan. Celebrate the harvest and the free gift that God has given us.

What do you think?

IN THE NEWS!!!

2008-10-21T12:05:00.000-07:00

MY boss, Victoria Villalba of Victoria and Associates Career Services was honored to be the only small business women at the Palm Beach Job Summit held by Barak Obama's Campaign. I thought that was cool. Check out the picture, she is sitting next to Barak Obama.

Pamper your pup Contest

2008-09-16T07:25:00.000-07:00

Help me and Uva win a Loius Vuitton carry bag.
Click here and enter the contest.

Healp Fight Heart Disease

2008-09-15T10:56:00.000-07:00

I am participating in the Heart Walk this year on October 11th at Tropical Park. I am helping the American Heart Association fight the nation's leading causes of death by participating in the Start! Heart Walk. Step out against heart disease and stroke by supporting my efforts. My mom and dad are heart survivors and my father in law died of heart disease.

Help me out!!! Click here to visit our donation page.

IN GOD WE TRUST!!!

2008-08-28T08:28:00.000-07:00

Here's your chance to let the media know where the people stand on our faith in God, as a nation.

NBC is taking a poll on "In God We Trust" to stay on our American currency. Tell everyone you know so they can vote on this important subject.

The poll is still open so you can vote: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/10103521/

Let's discuss it!!! My vote: Leave it there!!!

Dog Days of Summer

2008-08-23T11:21:00.000-07:00

Now this is what I call...

The Dog Days of Summer!!!

Parttime work available (Aug 9 & Aug 23)

2008-07-31T13:29:00.000-07:00

Victoria & Associates Career Services, Inc. is currently seeking employees to assist with sport event club level seating area during two games on Saturday, August 9th and August 23rd, 2008.
Please send your resume to: concepcion@victoriaassociates.com

Include "CSR/Cashier" in subject line

I found my theme song...Check it out!!!

2008-07-30T09:36:00.000-07:00

Let me know what you think!!!

Daddy Material???

2008-07-27T19:55:00.000-07:00

There are so many things that "Our Father" blesses us with: Salvation, Eternal Life, Forgiveness, Family, Friends and the opportunity to experience his miracles everyday. More and more often our friends and family are asking us about starting a family. We think about it all the time. I think about things like: "What will Uva say?" "What will I wear?" "Will I be a good mom?" But it's times like the one the picture captures below that leaves me awestruck. When I see this all my fears and whatifs go away. God is so great and I know he will surely bless us with kids we can raise in his image.

If this is how my husband looks at Ethan: I can only imagine how he will look at our child.

What do you think... Daddy Material???

Remember: The world tastes better with Frijoles on the Side!

WE CAME OUT ON THE NEWS!!!!

2008-07-25T08:14:00.000-07:00

Click here to view the video

Remember Everything?

2008-07-24T06:49:00.000-07:00

Ever had a problem remembering everything. Well here is something that blew me away.

It's Evernote.

Evernote allows you to easily capture information in any environment using whatever device or platform you find most convenient, and makes this information accessible and searchable at any time, from anywhere.

How does Evernote do it?
Three steps:
1. You capture the things you want to remember using what you already use—your Windows or Mac computer, the web, and your mobile phone.
2. They run everything through recognition technology and then make it all available across your devices. You can then organize and tag the notes, if you want.
3. When you want to remember something, just search for it and there it is just like you remember it.

It even takes a picture of text and turns it into texts for you to use later. Super cool!!!

You gotta try it!!! Let me know what you think. They even have Evernote for the iPhone!!

What's Behind Curtain # 1?

2008-07-22T20:52:00.001-07:00

Free Snow to welcome Slava's Snow Show

2008-07-22T06:30:00.000-07:00

"Miami Spice" with the Rumbero King

2008-07-21T20:12:00.000-07:00

The other day my hubby and I decided to cook together.

Something sweet, something nice

with my little "Miami Spice"

Isn't he cute???

Even he knows what's up... Everything tastes better with Frijoles on the Side!!!

Marlins and Phillies Series Game 1

2008-07-21T19:42:00.000-07:00

On Friday July 18th we spent sometime together with family and friends at the Marlin's Game.

The Marlin's lost but we had a blast.
I hope you enjoy the collage of pictures.
Can you guess which one is me?

And of course... I can't leave without saying

All foods are great,

and not everything can be tried,

but I can guarantee:
"Everything tastes better with Frijoles on the Side!!!"

Celia Cruz at the Carnival Center

2008-06-18T22:10:00.000-07:00

"Celia: La vida y musica de Celia Cruz"

What an awesome spectacle; it was unbelievable!!! The lead "Anissa Gathers" was phenomenal, sounded the same and had the same mannerisms as Celia Cruz, they could have not picked a better performer for the part.

Wonderful music, wonderful arrangement, wonderfully put together. It was an amazing journey in the life of Celia as seen by her loving husband "Pelucho". You will laugh, cry and get out of your seat dancing.

Many thanks to our great friend Heredes and Marcy for this great experience. We already bought tickets to see it again...Can't wait!!!

Patience

2008-06-13T13:15:00.000-07:00

I truly believe that "Patience is a virtue"

Ethan "Squirt" Martin

2008-06-12T20:32:00.000-07:00

We decided on what to call our little "gift from heaven." His official nickname from Tia Conchita and Tio Michael is "SQUIRT." Just like the turtle from Nemo.

I think they look alike, what do you think?

Baby Ethan

2008-06-11T06:54:00.000-07:00

What a beautiful creation of GOD!!!

I never really reflected upon it. But we are true beauty. A true masterpiece of God's love.

I was listening to the radio on the way home and someone made a comment that made so much sense. They said something like: When we truly surrender to God, we become new beings without our own reflection, without our own goals and we become a true reflection of Jesus.

In looking at Ethan I see the peace and true love God wants us to experience. Unconditional!

We should be grateful of God's love... may we always be able to see God's creations and truly understand that God loves us not because he has to, or wants to, but because he can.

La "Campanita"

2008-06-11T06:28:00.001-07:00

Did you know that the "Campanita" (the little thing that hangs in the back of your throat) is called The UVULA. It is made of muscle and connective tissue and is covered with the same mucous membrane that lines the inside of your cheeks and the roof of your mouth.

We this past Sunday I had a swollen UVULA. On Saturday Michael and I had dinner at Lario's at we ordered "Chicharones de Pescado" (it's the best plate there). INSIGHT: fish is made with lemon, I'm allergic to lemon, therefore I'm allergic to this fish. We had a great time (BTW, I always eat fish at Lario's) About 1 hour later we were sitting in "Ivan's room" playing Guitar Hero when I started to sneeze uncontrollably. I took 2 Benadryl and went to sleep. Slept like a baby and when it was time to get up I looked like this:

Obviously with longer hair, lighter skin and my ears were not swollen.

Anyways when I went to talk I sounded like an echo chamber and when I went to swallow I almost choked. Turns out my Uvula was swollen and obstructing my airway and throat.Needless to say I did not go to church (sad about that), and I went back to sleep.

I'm better now, no more swollen Uvula - and no more "Chicharones de Pescado."

I sure learned a lesson from this... I should have ordered a: Chicken Cesar Salad with Frijoles on the Side.

Everything tastes better with "Frijoles on the side"

WE HAVE A BABY!!!!!!

2008-06-05T17:10:00.000-07:00

We have a baby!!! Ethan has finally been born. After so much waiting we have a cute little baby boy. He weighed 8 pounds and 12 ounces. He was born a little before 7pm. The parents are super happy. Mom and baby are doing great. Call me to know what hospital they are at and the visiting hours. God is Good!!!!

UPDATE on the Blog

2008-06-04T19:17:00.000-07:00

OK... so it's been a long time and lot's has happened.

The Sun as risen and the Sun has set on many beautiful days in the life of a happy frijol.

Many grrrrrreat things are in the works!!!

Did you know that Rumbero King and I have been partaking in a great pastime called "exercise". It has been very grueling, very intense and very hard to keep up with. We have three more session lefts with our personal trainer, GEO. He is busting our chops and we already see the difference. Pray for us so we keep it up after the sessions cease to exist.

Here are some other cool things that are happening:

Lizbet (my BFF) is about to give birth, she gets induced tomorrow at 8:30am at Mercy Hospital. Ethan is officially on his way into the world. (Let's keep them in your prayers)

Michael had an argument with Tony. For those of you who don't know Tony. He is awesome, fun loving but can't stand Michael. The face-off is on video...it will be up soon.

Saturday (June 7th) is the "Indoor Picnic and a Movie" - super excited, many preparations are under way. I hope you can share in the magic - 11:30am at FRC Doral.

Took myself in for a tune-up on Monday and so far so good. All systems are a "GO".

Very excited about work, church, learning about GOD and serving him. Super excited about Ethan, my new body, my future and my husband. See you next time and be on the look-out for "What's-Up Wednesday's" where I fill you in on the week's happenings, I ask questions and hopefully answer some of yours.

See you next time and remember, "Everthing tastes better with Frijoles on the Side"!!!

Discover Your Best!!!

2008-04-08T19:22:00.000-07:00

I've taken some time to think about what I want to do with my life and the time that I have to do those things in. Sometimes I feel that "If I didn't work, I could get so much done!" and other times I feel "If I could just work harder, I could get so much done!" Perfectionism in ourselves is a big problem. First, we must understand that we are not perfect but imperfect and within that imperfection there is something we are perfectly made for... I was made to serve GOD.

With every phase in life come opportunities that are presented: Recently I met this lady Sheila at a Job Fair I was working. She spoke to me about her kids (fighting in the war), her family, her life and what she was doing to make it better. After we spoke we introduced ourselves to each other. I had a great feeling about her and I think the feeling was mutual. She spoke to me about BeautiControl and how it was helping her to be free.

Michael, of course, was a skeptic and wanted to know more. We visited Sheila at a booth she was hosting at a local Women's Health Fair. We spoke to Sheila and her husband and we learned that they are Christian. What awesome news!! It's really encouraging when biblical advise is given, unsolicited. Needless to say I bought into this idea of BeautiControl and Spa Escape and I signed up as an Independant Beauty Consultant. God willing this adventure will allow me to showcase my imperfection and BeautiControl it, while reaching people for Christ.

So to all you out there in blogville, never forget who you serve (God) and always surround yourself with greatness and sow those seeds every way that you can.

If you want to learn more about BeautiControl or if you want to experience a Spa Escape, get some friends together, call me and I'll be there.

www.beautipage.com/bellabeauti

"In our imperfection lies what we were perfectly made for"

And always remember "Everything tastes better with Frijoles on the side."

Work is of the essence!!!

2008-03-09T18:51:00.001-07:00

Being that "WORK" is my "JOB", I thought I would write a little, to give you some food for thought:

The unemployment rate in Miami-Dade was 3.9 percent in January 2008 and the economists say that Miami leads the State in the growth of employment opportunities.

There are many that I try to assist on a daily basis but this one in particular is the most important of them all.

Take a look at his resume and let me know:

Would you hire HIM for a top management position in YOUR heart?

Jesus Christ

Address: Ephesians 1:20

Phone: Romans 10:13
Website: The Bible. Keywords: Christ, Lord, Savior and Jesus

Hello. My name is Jesus -The Christ. Many call me Lord! I've sent you my resume because I'm seeking the top management position in your heart. Please consider my accomplishments as set forth in my resume.

Qualifications
I founded the earth and established the heavens, (See Proverbs 3:19)
I formed man from the dust of the ground, (See Genesis 2:7)
I breathed into man the breath of life, (See Genesis 2:7)
I redeemed man from the curse of the law, (See Galatians 3:13)
The blessings of the Abrahamic Covenant comes upon your life through me, (See Galatians 3:14)

Occupational Background
I've only had one employer, (See Luke 2:49).
I've never been tardy, absent, disobedient, slothful or disrespectful.
My employer has nothing but rave reviews for me, (See Matthew 3:15-17)

Skills Work Experiences
Some of my skills and work experiences include: empowering the poor to be poor no more, healing the brokenhearted, setting the captives free, healing the sick, restoring sight to the blind and setting at liberty them that are bruised, (See Luke 4:18).
I am a Wonderful Counselor, (See Isaiah 9:6).
People who listen to me shall dwell safely and shall not fear evil, (See Proverbs 1:33).
Most importantly, I have the authority, ability and power to cleanse you of your sins, (See I John 1:7-9)

Educational Background
I encompass the entire breadth and length of knowledge, wisdom and understanding, (See Proverbs 2:6).
In me are hid all of the treasures of wisdom and knowledge, (See Colossians 2:3).
My Word is so powerful; it has been described as being a lamp unto your feet and a lamp unto your path, (See Psalms 119:105).
I can even tell you all of the secrets of your heart, (See Psalms 44:21).

Major Accomplishments
I was an active participant in the greatest Summit Meeting of all times, (See Genesis 1:26).
I laid down my life so that you may live, (See II Corinthians 5:15).
I defeated the archenemy of God and mankind and made a show of them openly, (See Colossians 2:15).
I've miraculously fed the poor, healed the sick and raised the dead!
There are many more major accomplishments, too many to mention here. You can read them on my website, which is located at: www dot - the BIBLE. You don't need an Internet connection or computer to access my website.

References
Believers and followers worldwide will testify to my divine healings, salvation, deliverance, miracles, restoration and supernatural guidance.

In Summation
Now that you've read my resume, I'm confident that I'm the only candidate uniquely qualified to fill this vital position in your heart. In summation, I will properly direct your paths, (See Proverbs 3:5-6), and lead you into everlasting life, (See John 6:47). When can I start? Time is of the essence, (See Hebrews 3:15).

That's a Wrap

2008-03-09T18:04:00.000-07:00

Blogville here I come... feels a little weird but after great coaching from Heredes I am finally up and running.

The weather is Cool, the fireplace lit ... and in the distance Michael is singing... no wait, more like yelling (for the 5th time) "Try to finish that up momma...I want you to make some cafe con leche." I must say that it has been an adventure: I start my blog, I finish his and then back to mine; but cafe con leche comes first. So after a warm cup of cafe con leche I complete my first official entry.

Cheers to great blogging and to the beginning of an awesome week.

Check out my husbands blog: Rumbero King

And Remember: "Everything tastes better w/Frijoles on the Side!"

Welcome "Frijoles On the Side" to the Net!!!

2008-03-09T13:37:00.000-07:00

Welcome to my blog!!!

Everything tastes better with Frijoles on the Side

More Frijoles to come..stay tuned!!!