First real job...

Well, what can I tell you?

It was HORRIBLE and AMAZING at the same time. I hated the job, but I loved the people and the environment. When I first heard about the position from a friend, I was so excited. The opportunity to try something new, without help or guidance, something for myself, was far too tempting. Also, I wanted to make some money to buy my first car. So I just jumped into the job and I do not regret I at all.

However, I discovered that working on a call center is NOT for me. Sitting in a chair, taking calls for nine hours and trying to get clients to give me their cc number was driving me insane. I hated it! Sometimes, I'd sit there fore five hours or so and not made any sale. I'd go to the bathroom and cry from frustration. It was hard as hell for me since I am used to being good at almost anything I try (not trying to brag here). The only thing that made it okay was my coworkers. They were so amazing with me; they treated me as if I've been a part of their family forever although I was just the new kid ( yes, everyone there was older than me). The sense of belonging made me feel great and the friendly competition going on over who made more sales was fun! 

During my second week, I earned a diploma. I was elated with happiness because that meant I was doing a good job so far. It made me feel special and cherished when everyone congratulated me. I also has the opportunity to talk to some clients like Alberta and Mr. Claude, who changed my life forever. These people where so kind to me and shared such beautiful words of winsome that they made me cry. They will be in my hear forever because they left an undeleatable mark in it. Customers like them made those nine hours so worth it! 

My working experience is something I wouldn't change if I could. I learned so much during that time; things that will help me in my future. Now, I value money more because I now the hard work it takes to earn it, especially if you do not like your job. When I enter college this summer, I will find another job, but this time, I'll make sure to like what I do. 

P.S. Here's a pic of my diploma🙆

Regards, 

Laura❤️

Community service

Last week I joine an organization of community service called AVE. This organization works creating fun and familiar activities with kids that suffer from cancer. The activity was to celebrate valentines day and a lot of people donated gifts and money to prepare it. The decoration was beautiful and all the kids enjoyed every game we played. For me it was incredible and inspiring to watch this little kids with cancer live a normal and happy life. It is amazing how those families fight for their kid's life and try so hard to give them everything they can. When the kids first got there I taught that I had been pranked because non of them looked sick or suffering to me, they where all happy and optimistic. To watch this endowed me with motivation and strength. If those kids where standing there fighting for their lives the least I could do was give them a smile and a great time in return. 

I absolutely loved this activity and being part of such a beautiful community of inspiring people. This experience changed my life forever and I am so grateful for that. 

Camping trip

The past weekend I went with my family on a camping trip to the mountains. We singed up on a rally and it took seven hours for us to get to the camping place but it was so much fun and an amazing adventure. 

During the day the climate was AMAZING, cold but sunny and we could enjoy our activities. There, we went to a field trip where we saw car races, remote control airplanes and a Harley Davison show. It was incredible!! 

At night the temperature got cool and we prepared ourselves to sleep in the woods. It was really cold and my dog, Brisbi, started crying because he was freezing. I had to wrap him in my sleeping bag and cuddle all night. When we woke up, we had breakfast at a hotel in the road and after riding horses we head back home. I always enjoy camping with my family but this time it was so good and fun that I want to go every weekend. 

Economy

So, i've been studying economy at home for a few months now. My dad gave me a book called The Principles of Economy as a present. I started reading it hoping it was not that hard to get (since I am a junior and have never taken economy classes) and I love it! The way the book is written and how it explains every detail with an everyday life example is amazing. 

When I was little my dad was always talking about being a good investor, the importance of economy and saving money but I didn't really taught of it until now. I even decided to open my own bank account to save money for my future. It really is amazing what a little reading can do for you! I am so motivated with this book that I am already thinking like an economist. It has been great for me because I get to explore new things and consider them as a career and i'm loving economy so far❤️

Inspiration

My life, my future & university

Today, at school a former student gave a very inspiring speech in my class. He talked about his life in University, the future and the challenges we are to overcome in it. He encouraged us to always look forward and never give up on our dreams. This words he shared with us made me think about my future and the way I see myself in several years.  I really want to be successful and accomplish all my goals in life.

I am interested in several things to study in University and I also have many plans that I am working on. Environmental law is one of my passions. I really picture myself as a lawyer working for a prestigious firm or an organization like ECO Canada. This is something I am very excited for. I also like everything that deals with conservation of natural resources. I believe this profession will be very huge in the future because we have to find a way to protect and improve our environment and living conditions through the world. Biotechnology and genetics are part of my interests. The topic of genetic engineering, mother cells and cloning are amazing.

If there is a thing that I am sure of it is that I will be successful in my life and the things I choose to do. Also I will become a professional in a good university and I will have a competitive job that will challenge me to give my best, everyday.

Summer job experiences

The things I learned 

During summer 2013 I got a job working with kids between 3 and 5 years old in a gym called Kid’s Fitness. It was an amazing experience with lots of work and I had a blast. I made new friends there and also I had the chance to go on a camping trip. It was very challenging for me because I had to work on my patience (which I didn’t have much) and also I had to wake up very early every day to get there on time.

Working with children taught me many things. First of all, responsibility because little kids are a BIG deal. It is not easy to be in charge of them, especially when it’s a group. Patience and self control are also very important when you are around kids. They repeat everything they hear and you have to be very careful with them. Leadership was another quality that I could enrich. I was the leader of a group of 20 kids and my example was everything. I understood better what it is to be a leader, and lead with appropriate actions is the key.

It was a really cool job because every day those kids showed me new things and watching how fast they learn and how wide and extraordinary is their imagination was amazing for me. I really learned a lot that summer, things that I will be using for my whole life.

Yoga...

Yoga is an excellent excercise. It helps you relax, calm down, and concentrate. This discipline has lots of benefits, physical and emotional and its excelent for people who want to find a balance in their life.

7 benefits of yoga

- Helps you obtain a strong and confident body.

- Resets your mind to it's natural state of peace and focus.

- Illuminates our behaviors and tendencies helping improve our life style.

- Releases tension helping your intuition to float.

- Gets your body and mind connected.

- Improves your mental and physical flexibility.

- Expands your creativity.

This are just some of the benefits of yoga and there are a lot more. Get inspired and try it! 15 min a day will make your life better and you can practice it anywhere, so there is no excuse.

Hope you enjoy,

Love, Laura♥