Marta, I have to admit, that finding your blog was one thing that really made me smile! It was one day after I recently moved to NC from Miami when I was feeling really home sick. I decided to search the internet for some Cuban recipes and read about Cuba when I found your super cool blog. This is something I must get from my father, who always made me listen to Radio Mambi in the car and tell me stories about Cuba. You see, my dad is first generation Cuban-American and if there's something he has always taught me is to never forget where my grandparents came from and to learn as much as I can about our family history. He's taught me to very proud. And I am. But, it wasn't until I finally got away from it all in Miami when I finally did. Is that strange? It may be. But I think many 2nd generations Cuban-Americans can relate. But, anyways, Marta, I just wanted to let you know that every time I read your blog it does make me smile because I feel even prouder to be Cuban-American after reading an entry. I tend to learn something new and believe it or not, so does my dad ,who I love to call and brag when I've told him something he didn't know. But most of all, those are the moments that really warm my heart....and make me smile! :) Your blog just makes me feel right at "home".
Overall, I am just a happy, go lucky type of girl, and there are a lot more things that make me smile! And with the help of my hubby, who knows me very, very, very well, I have compiled an official list of just 10. It was hard! So, in no particular order, I give you MY ten!
1. dessert
2. my husband
3. manis/pedis
4. listening to IN THE HEIGHTS
5. my familia
6. iphone/macbook
7. my home
8. my mom's cuban food
9. mickey mouse
10. my engagement/wedding pictures
Oh and lately, this has made me smile...just a little...OK A LOT! :) YES! YES! YES!!!!
So, lets spread the happiness and post your 10 ten things that YOU smile at your blog, Marta's blog or comment below.
4 comments:
Mrs. Erika,
Thanks so much for playing along and for sharing your 10 things.
You expressed perfectly why it is that I write my stories and why I started blogging.
My kids are all 2nd generation Cuban Americans and I don't ever want them to forget their fabulous roots.
Thank you!
(I totally want to re-do my list now that I read yours. Is that codependent or what?)
Besos!
Marta
PS.15 days and you'll be in my neighborhood!
I loved reading all the things that make me smile!! Plus now I am familias with Marta's blog!! Thanks :)
Thanks for sharing! I'm going to follow you and Marta! Hi Marta!
I just noticed that your wedding photos make your list! You have no idea how happy that makes me. I know that the photos we take are cherished but it is always nice to be reminded.
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