The fun on Avenue C expanded over to Corral Street. Skating in those old skates while in that dusty old floor was an exhilarating experience. We knew it wouldn’t last for long but we were there every day while it lasted.

Cold weather reminds me of the delicious caldo my grandmother made. Hang on to those traditional recipes. Pass them down or at least write them down. Let’s not lose our history.

I’m not sure why we were bussed to a different school that year but I know that all I felt was discrimination and oppression. It was a painful year for 8 year old me. I learned that the love and comfort from my family and my community on Avenue C were there as soon as I stepped off of that school bus.

Taking you back to my childhood on Avenue C. Mama Lile was a seamstress and tailored Navy uniforms at home. It was funny to hear her jargon as she directed the men while they stood on a stool to be fitted.

Define what being rich meant to you as a child. Explain what it means now. Being rich was a goal from my own childhood.

Childhood memories of kickball fill my mind. Kicking and running I. The streets. It was the 70’s and we took care of each other.

Moving your body is a part of life. Get out there and move. Take a walk or stay active by doing some yoga. Even if you already gave up on your Resolution to stay active, keep moving.

In this episode I take you to the beginning levels of my Past 50 Levels. I grew up in Kingsville, Texas. My great-grandmother taught me to take chances with yarn and was a positive role model for me.

2020 was a year where we set our resolutions. We had to reset some because of the corona pandemic. Some resolutions we set aside due to living in isolation. While living in our homes, resilience has occurred and we are stronger.

Gratitude is the focus. Experiences are important while material things are not. Focus on time spent with the family. For that is where we need to be right now.