We all have a journey that has various paths along the way, some path’s include weight, a loss of a loved 
one, living a healthier lifestyle, financial challenges and much, much more. Our guest today has faced some very tough obstacles along her journey. Enough said….I will let her share with you in her own words, please welcome Maricris!
In our journey in life, we encounter so many roadways in our travels. Some overly populated roads, some just perfect and scenic, some plain crazy, some are fun and then there’s the road less traveled… It is the road, where if we have a choice, we will not have to. Yet once or twice in our lives, destiny makes us to. And this is where I’m traveling now…this is my story…this is my life right now…Not too long ago,my husband lost his job due to the bad economy. I could have cursed the economy, bitched and whined about how life has treated us poorly but I chose not to partake in that. I’d rather spend my time and energy focusing on the positive and bright things in life. No matter how glum and bleak the day ahead of us looked. I know that as human beings, it is easy for us to dwell on the negative things rather than the positive which only aggravates us physically, driving us into depression and making us prisoners of our own self-destructive ways! It is such a vicious cycle! I am no superhero. I did cry. I was sad but I did not let misery take control of me. Instead my family and I took control of our situation! We sacrificed a few things here and there to make us capable of braving the storm that came our way and try to survive it in one piece. I told my husband that we may not have all the little luxuries we use to enjoy in life but at least, “we still have each other”… It was a powerful summation of assurance that nothing else in this world matters for as long as we have each other. That whatever comes our way, we’ll brave it together and we’ll survive it together…
Our lives went on partly unfazed from that fateful day, I focused on my jewelry-making and crafty side to help make ends meet, and just when we thought we we’re getting along fine surviving this treacherous road, we hit another roadblock. Last week, my employer scaled my work down from full-time to part-time! It was a major blow to us especially since my husband is still unemployed and we’re barely making ends meet and now this! It drove us deeper into the danger zone of this hazardous road. You’re probably imagining I’m definitely cursing and swearing at the world now but alas no! I refuse to give up! For as long as I’m standing on my own two feet, I will keep on fighting (imagine me with tears now – I do get emotional, I’m human afterall) until I find that light at the end of this dark road.This tumultuous journey in our lives has brought us blessings in return. We found out who our friends were, and found out that people do care. Generous people who were good Samaritans and bestowed help anonymously at that. This is a life changing experience and humbling too. Tough times will be amidst us but I have faith that it will get better…we’ll reach the end of this road no matter how long it takes…To some this may be a sad story but to me I can only think of it as a story of perseverance and lots of faith…For as long as what my husband affirmed to me in return still holds true ( when I told him the sad news) :  “you still got us and we still have each other” …we’ll get through this. We”ll be scarred, we’ll suffer a bit, but we’ll survive it…
On a happier note, one of the roads I travel to in life is about to end. Today, November 6th, my final league with the Immigration has finally commenced. Today, I am Alien no more.For more updates on my journeys, follow my blog at Zen Ventures And to check my creative & crafty creations, visit: Golden Flower Creations and remember, if you ever end up in that road less traveled, fear not, you’re not alone! Who knows you might see us there! 🙂
Thank you Mark for this opportunity to share my journey. And to those who read it, Thank you. Remember us in prayer during the Holidays…Maricris
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Thank you Maricris for sharing so much of your story with us! What a fantastic journey, without a doubt your challenges are only making you stronger!
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Follow-up comment rss or Leave a TrackbackThank you for sharing your story. You’ve described my life for the past five years. The one thing you have to know is that while life on the surface of things may have changed, there is a whole other world waiting to be discovered. I’m stronger than I ever knew I could be and your positive attitude will get you through this, you’ll learn little things about yourself and your family. Stay strong, no matter what happens hold tightly to your love because that is something that no one can take away from you.
Thanks for sharing. I have had some challenges this past year myself, when I have a moment of despair, I focus on what I do have and not on what I don’t. This is how I have been able to move forward. There is reason for everything, but sometimes the reasons are unclear at the time. Thanks again!
I owe you one Mark! Thanks for featuring me here. I really appreciate it and Thank you to the comments already posted-it sure means a lot!
Thank you…
wow this is truley an inspring and touching story, I am so happy she shared:)
what a great story! thanks for sharing!
Kelly Turner
http://www.groundedfitness.com
Thanks for sharing your story. It is very inspiring that you maintained a wonderful attitude through all your hardships. I think that is key to living a happy, healthy life.
Thanks for the story
“The Road Less Taken,” is close to the top of my favorites!
Very nice story, thanks!!
This is such a testament to how attitude can determine everything!
Wonderful! It’s all about our outlook and how we react and what we do with what is given to us.
I love her enthusiasm. When you believe, everything and anything is possible!
Nice of you to share your inspiring life story. It’s a long and winding road but you managed to go along with the bend.
What an amazing example of staying positive!
Maricris-truly an inspirtional story of your life’s journey you’ve shared. Thank you!
Thank you for sharing your life with us. It is clear, that you are a brave, strong woman. I love it when people can look at life as an opportunity. This is very inspiring.
what a LOVELY guest post!
Thank you for sharing your journey, your courage is very inspirational and I truly believe that a much richer life is being created for you through this adversity. I wish you and your husband many blessings.
Thanks for sharing your story. I firmly believe we cannot blame anyone or anything, and instead must hold ourselves accountable for our own lives (that does not equal blame!) That keeps power to make change and take action in our hands. Sounds like you are doing just that. Best of luck to you and your family.
I enjoy Maricris’s candidness so much..and esp her ray of sunshine amongst the looming storm. I’m sure we can all relate to her situation in one way or another..I know I can! She’s very inspiring to never give up! And shows how long a positive attitude can take you! Thanks for letting her share her story here!
Maricris is truly inspiring with her believe and faith about life. Your faith and optimism inspired many people to be positive no matter how tough life is. Life is full of ups and downs. Each journey has a lesson to learn!
Hey Maricris,
You are so deserving to be over here. You do hold a very touching true story. You know we have followed one another for a while now. You have always been such a positive influence on my life. Your jewelry has taken off and is very beautiful.
You were never a “alien”….you were always just a friend to everyone. Congrats on your new status.
(Hey…we will get that phone call to go through sometime)
Hugs,
Tammy
Maricris, Thank you again for sharing such a wonderful journey!
I believe that everything happens for a reason and with relation to jobs I think when things like this happen is that it is a push onto a better life path. The key is to realize and see that, and that is where focusing on the upside comes in. And indeed, you are rich because you have a relationship built on teamwork and mutual support. That is wealth right there!
Maricris, thank you for sharing your story. It is so inspirational and I’m glad that you and your husband have each other to pull you through the tough times. You two are truly blessed by the love you two share. Congrats again on your citizenship!