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The Habit of Self-Reflection For those who read my posts, you tend to see me self-reflect a lot, it’s what I do, but so do many of us. It’s hard not to self-reflect, its getting a little annoying at times, when I am constantly reminded of things, such as mental health, my life, career and a… Continue reading Understanding the Weight of Regret in Life and Family: A Personal Journey Through Self-Reflection, Parenting, and Perseverance
A Milestone in My Journey Today is a significant day as I announce the release of ‘The Forgotten Son: Chapter 3’. This marks the completion of my autobiography, building upon the original ‘The Forgotten Son’, which was first published on February 7th, 2025. In this latest chapter, I delve into the pivotal events from 2018… Continue reading From Darkness to Light: The Journey Behind ‘The Forgotten Son: Chapter 3’
It is hard to believe that fifteen years have passed since I embarked on my teaching journey. I vividly remember my life in 2011, working in financial aid, when my boss, colleague, and friend, Albert Prado, encouraged me to pursue teaching. Albert and I go way back—he was my first manager in the student bookstore… Continue reading My 15-Year Journey in Teaching: Lessons and Mentorship
It gives me incredible pleasure to introduce the third chapter of my autobiography, “The Forgotten Son,” which forms a part of my larger life story by the same name. In this chapter, I explore the pivotal events from 2018 onward, sharing how these years shaped my relationships, career, and outlook on life. Readers will journey… Continue reading Exploring My Life Story: The Forgotten Son, Chapter 3
Revisiting a Not-So-New Story It gives me great pleasure to introduce a NOT so NEW book, which may sound unusual at first. What does that mean exactly? “A Shot in the Dark,” releasing in January 20th, 2026, is actually the original version of my debut novel, “The POX,” which was published in 2023. What Sets… Continue reading Why ‘The POX’ Fans Will Love This New Edition
Contemplating Life During the Holidays This has become an annual tradition in my "Giving Myself the Gift of Life" series. I have tweaked the name a little as the original name of the posts might cause alarm to those who read as these post discusses death and suicide. For those who are concerned about my… Continue reading Wrestling with Worth: Annual Reflections on Life, Faith, and Financial Struggle
Remembering My Mother, Linda There are certain people in our lives that make an impact that once gone, you truly never feel the same, for me that person was my mother Linda who passed December 9th, 2015, making this the tenth year without mom. Growing Up with Mom Growing up with mom, she was always… Continue reading Remembering Loved Ones: A Tribute to My Mother
My Journey as an Educator For those who may not know I am a professor and have been given the privilege of a teaching career part time by an incredible mentor by the name of Glenn Dunki-Jacobs, now retired. Having the opportunity to teach business students from 2011-2019 name Mt. Sierra College before the… Continue reading Reflections on Teaching and Personal Legacy
Looking Back: Unfulfilled Aspirations and the Weight of Regret Have you ever experienced a profound sense of sadness and disappointment when reflecting on your career, realizing that you have not accomplished what you initially set out to achieve? Perhaps your life's plan is centered around pursuing a particular profession, securing a certain job, or joining… Continue reading From Dreams to Regrets: A Journey of Life Choices
Decades ago in college, I have rememants of writting such in journals, notepads, paper scratch. This piece was written in an old journal from the year 2000, giving you a picture of my thinking at 20 years old. I felt I have always been a thinker, deep thought especially in college at the time as… Continue reading The Intersection of Business Success and Personal Growth
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