Top Ten Playlist

I like this song because it explains how sometimes instead of trying and trying the same old thing with no results to mark the end and move on without looking back.

This song makes me think of times were me and someone have gotten mad but at the end we don't even know why.

I like this song because it shows how after we loose somebody we realize what they were worth.

I like this song because it shows that you are only happy with that special person.

I like this song because it shows how most girls have a low self esteem about the way they look thinking that they have to be perfect from looks but that doesn't matter because "the heart doesn't have a face"

I like this  song because it shows how instead of loving a person who is always there for you and shows you that they truly care for you we most of the time chose a person who doesn't care and proves nothing "the bad person" even though everyone tells you its wrong.

I like this song because it shows that a person doesn't have to follow what their friends say or looks but to be with someone that loves them.

This song brings back memories of a person who was once very special in my life.

This song is one of my favorites because it gives thanks to all the important and loved ones in your life that you care about.

I like this song because it shows how instead of hurting someone you love you can be strong enough to just tell them to back away from you because you know that your going to end up hurting them.

My Philosophy

I believe that people should accept others whop are different. We see it in movies, TV shows, and even in real life. Some call it bullying but its not the fact of getting punched or tripped, its also getting emotionally hurt and lowering self esteems. Not everyone has to have the same personality or looks. What I have noticed is that when we see a person we get an image of how he or she is without knowing them. When some people see a white guy of girl with glasses some people think that they are smart, when some people see a black guy or girl we think they’re all bad and do drugs, and when some people see a Mexican boy or girl we think that they are not intellectual and the girl is probably going to end up pregnant and the guy working in construction. We don’t take the time to actually get to know these people before judging them for their race. I’ve personally experienced this type of misjudgment. Many of my classmates judge me for the way I express myself, they think because of the way I talk or dress I don’t have a high capacity. They think that because I use words like Oh My God and other certain things that I don’t have the ability to be smart in school work. But yet I prove them wrong, to prove that they shouldn’t be based on appearances or how people express themselves. In my opinion I think it doesn’t matter how a person talks, looks, or anything, that doesn’t influence your learning abilities. People are different all over the world and others have no right to judge right or wrong.

Meaning of Name

Name: Michelle

Origin: French

Meaning: Who is like God

Why I was named like this: Because she liked it when she saw it in a baby book of names

Interview

Name: Maria Gomez

Date of Birth: August 16, 1963

Where were you born.? Chihuahua, Mexico
Who was you mother? Father? Brothers and Sister? Maria Aragon, Eliseo Pando, 4 Brothers, and 4 Sisters
Who were your grandparents? Rosario Mendoza, Eduardo Aragon, Refugio Quintela, Eliseo Pando
What was there origin? Chihuahua, Mexico
Where did you live? Chihuahua, Mexico
What kind of neighborhood did you have? Good neighborhood
Who were your friends? Mage Torres, Laly Duran, Maria Olivas
Where did you go to school: In Chihuahua
What did you do for fun? Would go to the park
What did you do to get in trouble? How were you punished? Never got in trouble
What do you remember about being my age? Her school, Her boyfriend, and time spent with friends
What sports did you play? What sports did you like? Volley ball
What was your favorite food when you were a kid? Tortas
What were your favorite books when you were younger? History books
What were your favorite movies when you were younger? Comedy
What were your favorite song when you were younger? Romantic songs
How did you celebrate the holidays? With the family
What was going on in the world when you were a teenager? Nothing bad
Tell what life was like during (The Depression, World War II, Vietnam)? Was not born yet
Where were you when John Kennedy was shot? Was not born yet
What kind of clothes were popular when you were a teenager? Bell bottoms, and long hair in guys
Did you get an allowance? No
What kind of jobs did you have? In a restaurant
What was the biggest problem you had growing up? Having to grow apart from her parents to be able to get an  education
What was the happiest time of your life? When she lived with her parents and was young
What would you like to be remembered for? Being a good mother and wife and for being a helpful person
What have been your guiding principles in your life? To bring the family together and those in need
What do you think about the world today? it’s a mess, there should be more humility and faith in god

Past Projects

I remember my mother’s words as if they were sealed to my memory: “I have confidence in you, don’t give up everything has its reward at the end of its journey.” I never had a role model to look up to and be able to say if he/she could do it, why can’t I? Ever since I remember I have had to build my path step by step to create my present and my future.
With two older brothers who dropped out of high school at a very young age my family had no hope until I came and all the faith gathered into me. Having that kind of pressure was not an easy feeling I had to face to become a role model to all my younger siblings, for them to be able to follow the right path and become a professional in this life. But not only did I have to do it for them, but, most importantly, for me.
I remember doctor’s appointments and watching the doctor’s every move. I admired their ability to cure so many people from different ages, cultures, and genders. I wondered if one day I could become just like them and even save lives of others. When Pickens Technical College offered me the opportunity of starting my medical education, I immediately decided to take that opportunity. These past two years I have attended Foundations for Healthcare and Medical Office and, they have truly helped by expanding my medical skills towards my main career goal, which is to become a Registered Nurse.
In the middle of my junior year I went through many experiences that, up to that point, affected my life until now. One of the most unforgettable was my grandmother’s death. My grandmother’s health began to worsen day by day, and her body could not resist it anymore and she passed away. All her loved ones were heartbroken with the news; especially my mother. She cried day and night causing my mom getting hospitalized for hysterectomy surgery. During this time I was a junior in high school and the ACTs were taking place, but with our cultural beliefs of being the only girl, I had to step up and do all the housework my mother could not do. The only worry I had in mind was not the ACTs, but rather not losing my mother. This occurrence reflected on my ACT scores which resulted in the opposite of what I wanted to obtain. Now that I am a senior, retaking the ACTs will prove that I could have done much better.
Attending Metropolitan State College of Denver is the overall accomplishment to pursue my goal. It would be an honor to have the opportunity to graduate from an accredited college, such as Metropolitan State College of Denver. My characteristic of always trying to achieve my best is what helps me overcome good as well as bad. I would give all my effort to succeed and to become one of your best students.
Thank you for taking the time reviewing my statement. I hope you consider me in attending your college because it would be a great chance to keep on going with my Healthcare profession.

Memoir

One of the most memorable moments of my life was when I turned fifteen. In the culture I was raised in we believe that when a girl turns fifteen, she goes from being a little girl to a young lady. Every girl’s dream is to turn fifteen and have there quinceanera or at least that was mine. After so many years of planning and hard work I couldn’t believe that day had arrived. The day started off with so much commotion. My aunts and cousins getting their makeup and hair done but my main focus was on how I was going to end up looking. My hair was the first thing that I got done. I had already picked out the style I was just hoping it ended up being what I expected. When that was done with, I had to get my makeup done for the first time. Before this never had I worn makeup, it was part of my transformation to a young lady. The next step was getting into my dress. Getting into a puffy dress is not as easy as it looks specially if it has to be tied from the back meaning that instead of having a zipper to zip up it has laces. Not only did my mom have to help me but my dearest aunt, and yet still it took about fifteen minutes. When I was done getting ready it was time for all of us to head to church for my mass. As I was walking out of my mom’s room everyone was waiting for me to see how I looked and to see my dress, since no one had seen it before. When I walked out I felt like a princess with my silver high heels and big pink puffy dress. The first person I remember seeing was one of my chamberlains at the bottom of the stairs looking up at me, with his white tuxedo and pink vest and tie. I remember hearing “Awe you look so beautiful!” from different voices all across the room. As we were heading to church I started to get really nervous because during my mass I had to give a speech and I didn’t want to mess it up. But everything turned out great I said my speech perfectly and I got blessed in gods house for the celebration of my quinceanera. Now it was party time.! As I was walking out of church with my main chambelan followed by my damas and chambelanes, I saws a black 2010 Cadillac escalade limo. I couldn’t believe my eyes it was so stunning! It was shinny with its chromed handle bars and rims, just the limo I wanted and had asked for. I ran towards it and it got even better. From inside there was lights on the walls and a place by the end of the seats were drinks and ice were located. As we all got into the limo I turned the music up and everyone was dancing, singing, and having a great time. The driver drove us to the park in downtown were we would meet with the photographer and take pictures. The picture I mostly remember taking is, were I had to lean forward and grab a flower. The picture came out perfect, its even one of my favorites to this moment. What I think is funny is that outside of the picture one of my brothers was holding me so I wouldn’t fall forward while my other brother was holding down my dress. When we finished taking pictures we went back into the limo. The limo took us to the ballroom were my party was going to be at. I still remember the excitement I felt when I was entering. Everything was just as I had imagined, even better. There was a golden fountain with punch, pink ornaments with flowers on every table, and what I most loved was the arc of balloons by the main table. As people started arriving I started to feel anxious for the waltz my court and I had to perform in front of everybody. While I was eating the dj was playing songs and everyone was enjoying their meal, who would of thought that I was going to get a surprise during that moment. All of a sudden I started hearing a mariachi playing “Las mananitas”. I turned back  towards the main entrance and I see a mariachi coming in towards me. I never thought that I was going to get a mariachi to play during the dinner of my party. Holding back my tears I thanked my mom for the surprise. At seven we had to perform the waltz. I had to walk down the stairs to start the waltz. I was so scared of falling and making a fool out of myself, but the good thing is that I didn’t and we completed the three waltz’s  perfectly. We ended our performance with a surprise dance that left the party guest breath taken. After that the party was official on. Everyone was on the dance floor dancing like there was no tomorrow. When my quinceanera came to an end I was sad because I had waited so long and now it was over. The day of my quince had a little bit of everything tears, nervousness, but most of all happiness and laughter which is why it is one of the most memorable moments of my life so far.