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FaTASs!

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About Me

Awakening

A time comes in your life when you finally get it...when, in the midst of all your fears and insanity, you stop dead in your tracks and somewhere the voice inside your head cries out...ENOUGH! Enough fighting, crying, blaming, and struggling to hold on.

Then, like a child quieting down after a tantrum, you blink back your tears and begin to look at the world through new eyes.

This is your awakening.

You realize it's time to stop hoping and waiting for something to change, or for happiness, safety and security to magically appear over the next horizon.

You realize that in the real world there aren't always fairy tale endings, and that any guarantee of "happily ever after" must begin with you. And in the process a sense of serenity is born of acceptance.

You awaken to the fact that you are not perfect and that not everyone will always love, appreciate or approve of who or what you are... and that's OK. They are entitled to their own views and opinions.

You learn the importance of loving and championing yourself... and in the process a sense of new found confidence is born of self-approval.

You stop complaining and blaming other people for the things they did to you - or didn't do for you - and you learn that the only thing you can really count on is the unexpected.

You learn that people don't always say what they mean or mean what they say and that not everyone will always be there for you and that everything isn't always about you.

So, you learn to stand on your own and to take care of yourself... and in the process a sense of safety and security is born of self-reliance.

You stop judging and pointing fingers and you begin to accept people as they are and to overlook their shortcomings and human frailties... and in the process a sense of peace and contentment is born of forgiveness.

You learn to open up to new worlds and different points of view. You begin reassessing and redefining who you are and what you really stand for.

You learn the difference between wanting and needing and you begin to discard the doctrines and values you've outgrown, or should never have bought into to begin with.

You learn that there is power and glory in creating and contributing and you stop maneuvering through life merely as a "consumer" looking for your next fix.

You learn that principles such as honesty and integrity are not the outdated ideals of a bygone era, but the mortar that holds together the foundation upon which you must build a life.

You learn that you don't know everything, it's not your job to save the world and that you can't teach a pig to sing. You learn that the only cross to bear is the one you choose to carry and that martyrs get burned at the stake.

Then you learn about love. You learn to look at relationships as they really are and not as you would have them be. You learn that alone does not mean lonely.

You stop trying to control people, situations and outcomes. You learn to distinguish between guilt and responsibility and the importance of setting boundaries and learning to say NO.

You also stop working so hard at putting your feelings aside, smoothing things over and ignoring your needs.

You learn that your body really is your temple. You begin to care for it and treat it with respect. You begin to eat a balanced diet, drink more water, and take more time to exercise.

You learn that being tired fuels doubt, fear, and uncertainty and so you take more time to rest. And, just as food fuels the body, laughter fuels our soul.

So you take more time to laugh and to play. You learn that, for the most part, you get in life what you believe you deserve, and that much of life truly is a self-fulfilling prophecy.

You learn that anything worth achieving is worth working for and that wishing for something to happen is different than working toward making it happen.

More importantly, you learn that in order to achieve success you need direction, discipline and perseverance. You also learn that no one can do it all alone, and that it's OK to risk asking for help.

You learn the only thing you must truly fear is fear itself. You learn to step right into and through your fears because you know that whatever happens you can handle it and to give in to fear is to give away the right to live life on your own terms.

You learn to fight for your life and not to squander it living under a cloud of impending doom. You learn that life isn't always fair, you don't always get what you think you deserve and that sometimes bad things happen to unsuspecting, good people... and you learn not to always take it personally.

You learn that nobody's punishing you and everything isn't always somebody's fault. It's just life happening. You learn to admit when you are wrong and to build bridges instead of walls.

You learn that negative feelings such as anger, envy and resentment must be understood and redirected or they will suffocate the life out of you and poison the universe that surrounds you.

You learn to be thankful and to take comfort in many of the simple things we take for granted, things that millions of people upon the earth can only dream about: a full refrigerator, clean running water, a soft warm bed, a long hot shower.

Then, you begin to take responsibility for yourself by yourself and you make yourself a promise to never betray yourself and to never, ever settle for less than your heart's desire.

You make it a point to keep smiling, to keep trusting, and to stay open to every wonderful possibility. You hang a wind chime outside your window so you can listen to the wind.

Finally, with courage in your heart, you take a stand, you take a deep breath, and you begin to design the life you want to live as best you can.

My Interests

I'd like to meet:

I've met her already, and she's in madly in love with me... Lucky me =) People who treasure simple things in life People who can help me to reach the next plato of my life....

Music:

Favorite Music:Breakbeats ALL the way!!! Funky, Progressive, Tech, and Tribal House!!! Melodic Trance and Vocal Trance!!

Favorite DJs: Tiesto!!!! (b/c he's the one... if you know what i mean)... The Rest: PVD, Armin Van Buuren, Ferry Corsten, Paul Okenfold, John Digweed, Sasha, Roger Sanchez, Eric Morillo, Deep Dish, Richard Humpty Vission, Stan Warrior, Crystal Method, Mondo, DJ X, Gemini, Paul Santana (FL Breaks Rule!!!), Avenue 66, and Demi

Favorite Artists: Sara McLachlan, U2, Stones, Ramones, Metallica, Motley Crue, Iron Maiden, Twisted Sisters, Quiet Riot, Ramone, Pearl Jam, STP, Linkin Park, New Order, Depeche Mode, Engima, Enya, Bob Marley, Ziggy Marley, Police, Michael Jackson, RUND DMC, Beastie Boys, AC/DC, Nirvana, Pink Floyd, Cold Play, The Doors, Andrea Bocelli, 2Pac, and many mores...

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Movies:

I LOVE MOVIES!! The Last Samurai, Gladiator, Braveheart, Rudy, Lord of The Rings, Matrix, Stand by Me, Someone Like You, Beauty and the Beast, and Shawshank Redemption, Stand by me, Treasure Island, Incredibles, and Sideways... Oh yeah Chick Flicks... what can I say, i love fairy tale romance =)..

Television:

How about favorite Channels? ESPN, MTV, CNN, CNBC, Comedy Central, Discovery Channel, Food Network, History, Spike, and Science Channels.

Books:

Who Moved My Cheese, First Things First, Rich Dad and Poor Dad, And I Quote, Buffalo Creeks, and Think and Grow Rich.

Heroes:

My Parents and my two brothers!!

My Blog

I passed!

This is something I'm somewhat proud of.  For the past 3 years while going through various ups and downs (mainly partying), I was able to complete all the Real Estate Broker courses.  On 2/1...
Posted by FaTASs! on Tue, 27 Feb 2007 09:44:00 PST

I Rise

By: Maya Angelou You may write me down in historyWith your bitter, twisted lies,You may trod me in the very dirtBut still, like dust, I'll rise. Does my sassiness upset you?Why are you beset with gloo...
Posted by FaTASs! on Wed, 23 Aug 2006 09:37:00 PST

Think and Grow Rich

Some time ago, I was reading a book called "Think and Grow Rich " by Napoleon Hill.  It's a really interesting book and I was learning alot.  But somehow (as always) I got side tracked and I...
Posted by FaTASs! on Wed, 16 Aug 2006 10:48:00 PST

Had enough!

okay.  i gave up...  it's too damn much for me to handle.... i tried my hardest... but rather than making myself happy and treasure my life with someone i love, it's becoming a nightmare for...
Posted by FaTASs! on Tue, 15 Aug 2006 12:21:00 PST

Almost finished!

Finally, one more week of summer school!  It's been a daunting task but I finally completed all 8 requirement courses for the CA Real Estate Broker Exam.  I don't know if I actually lea...
Posted by FaTASs! on Thu, 03 Aug 2006 12:09:00 PST

I Don't Know

Okay...  When some people view me, they think i'm successful and making a good living.  tell you the truth, i don't know if i am happy doing what i'm doing.  and i certainly don't ...
Posted by FaTASs! on Wed, 21 Jun 2006 11:26:00 PST

My Blog

One of my dear biatches told me today, it's been a while since I actually wrote a blog here in myspace.  Tell you the truth, everyday I come here and start typing none sense about my life or some...
Posted by FaTASs! on Fri, 14 Apr 2006 08:46:00 PST

My Parents =)

I know this is somewhat personal and may be I shouldn't really share with other.  But at the same time, it's important what I think of my parents.  And if there are people out...
Posted by FaTASs! on Tue, 28 Mar 2006 07:48:00 PST

New Book

I just bought a new book called "The Science of Influence:  How to Get Anyone to Say YES in 8 Minutes or Less!"  I don't know if this book is worth of reading but I'm sure it will keep my co...
Posted by FaTASs! on Tue, 21 Mar 2006 11:37:00 PST

my schedule for this week

Yes!  I'm home tonight and I'm not out partying my ass off.  But it has been a long day today.  My dear friends' wedding was at 11:30 a.m., then we spent the entire afternoon at the rec...
Posted by FaTASs! on Sun, 19 Mar 2006 11:52:00 PST