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Facing Erika’s icy stare in her bedroom, Son's explanations hit a wall. Erika revealed Rodrigo had already confessed to Lizzy, admitting he was the one who persisted while Son rejected him. Yet, this truth didn't mend the damage. The hardest blow was Erika’s painful admission: "What hurts me the most is that you didn't tell me... I feel like you betrayed me." Son realized that keeping the secret had shattered the foundation of their friendship.

I threw my feelings into the well, hoping it wouldn't overflow. But in avoiding 'drama,' was I just suppressing my truth? A personal reflection on journaling, emotional wells, and struggling with Don Miguel Ruiz’s The Four Agreements.

After returning home, Son found herself deeply affected by everything that had happened in Cancun. Although her main goal upon returning was to talk to her mom and seek advice, the reality was that the words wouldn't come out. Sadness overwhelmed her, and her eyes filled with tears every time she thought about Rodrigo and the way she had let down her best friend, Erika. She felt guilty for having gone against her own principles, even if it had all been "just a kiss," because

Rodrigo also pulled away from Son, turned to look out at the sea, and told her, “Look, Son, things are a little more complicated than they seem. I really do have feelings for you, but I can’t leave Lizzy. It would break her heart. She’s going through a difficult time right now. What kind of person would I be if I abandoned her when she needs me the most?” Son turned to look at him and said, “No, Rodrigo. Rather, what kind of person are you for lying to her like that?” Son ran

A Year of Endings and New Beginnings Hello beautiful people, and welcome to the typical Good-bye 2025, welcome 2026. As we close out 2025 and prepare to embrace 2026, many of you may have seen posts on social media discussing how 2025 was considered a year of ending cycles, friendships, or simply wrapping up anything that was left unfinished. Some of these reflections are tied to numerology, which suggests that 2025 aligns with the number 9—a symbol of closure and completion.

Son was very upset. It bothered her that she felt this attraction to him, but at the same time, she wanted to be with him. And well, by this point, it was very obvious that he felt something for her too. What she didn't understand was, if he felt so strongly about her, why was he still with Lizzy? Erika and Son were getting ready to go out. They were in Cancun—no parents, surrounded by trusted friends, and in a way, celebrating Son’s birthday, as she had just turned 18. So, t

As I mentioned in my previous post, I was sent home for vacation, as the ship was still not ready for service. The scheduled time for cruising had to be delayed due to unforeseen circumstances; basically, the ship was not up to Royal standards yet. The ship had spent nearly a month and a half in Cadiz, much longer than originally scheduled. The concerning aspect was that we had to depart Cadiz, as our time there was up, and cross the Atlantic to the Bahamas to complete the dr

They were already on the plane, the last passengers were boarding, and while Son was looking out the airplane window, she heard someone greeting her. "Hi Son, what a surprise to see you here. Erika, hi to you too." Son turned red. The two girls smiled. Erika asked Rodrigo what he was doing on the plane, to which Rodrigo replied, "Well, the same as you. I decided at the last minute to come on the trip. Let's just say a text message from last night made me change my mind." Son

Before I start about my adventure on the Empress of the Seas, I must mention that I was originally supposed to join the Splendour of the Seas (another fantastic contract) and help close the ship. By closing the ship, I mean it was sold, and everything needed to be packed, cleaned, and prepared for whatever process it undergoes when transferred to another company. I won't deny that I was really excited about that opportunity, but I was called to serve on the beautiful Empress

The school year passed. Son stuck with her friends—no crushes or romances—and she heard nothing about Rodrigo. Son was starting her second year of high school; she was walking and chatting with Erika when she thought she saw someone she knew in the distance. Erika kept talking, but Son was distracted, trying to remember who the person reminded her of. Just then, the guy turned, and she realized it was Rodrigo. Son's heart sped up; she couldn't believe Rodrigo was there. Son l

Hello beautiful people, hope everyone is ok, almost ready for Halloween and then Christmas, LOL. Today, my photo gallery brought back memories of my time on the Empress of the Seas, one of my favorite ships. I could say it was among the best contracts, but looking back, it was also one of the most emotionally challenging periods. It was the ship that helped me hit rock bottom, and I believe something in me changed right after that contract. I would be eager to discuss that pe

This is a story in which the life of a young woman named Son changes completely. The story takes place in New York. Son was a 16-year-old girl who lived with her parents and was in her freshman year of high school. She was friendly, cheerful, and open to any idea. She had many friends, but the only thing she was missing was that special person, that young man who would make her feel loved and appreciated, that person who is there through thick and thin. She wanted a boyfriend

I believe it's time to discuss the moment when my heart truly shattered, the time I was, or at least believed I was, genuinely in love and ready to give everything. It took me several years to move on from him, and I won't deny that I occasionally questioned if I could have acted differently. However, in the end, everything falls into place. Life has a way of teaching and helping you grow, guiding you toward your true destiny. In romantic movies and books, I often encountered

This is a question I used to get a lot, and I believe every crew member gets it as well. I worked 15 years in the industry and I have come up with 3 reasons: 1.       Running away, could be from a person, issues, parents, family, you name it. 2.       Money, it is kind of an easy way to earn it. 3.       Travel the World For me, it was all the options, but primarily Number 1. I was escaping from home, making poor decisions, and needed to create new experiences to break free f

Hello, wonderful readers! How are you doing today? I hope everyone's day is going great! I want to start by discussing what's happening globally. I'm not sure if you've noticed or if it's just my news feed, but it seems like there's a lot of anger and frustration among people. I'm not here to judge how anyone should live their life, but I have noticed more people expressing their frustrations onto others. Are we simply fed up with others taking advantage? Have we, as humans,

The art of the Barista hehe Hello, my dear readers! Today is International Coffee Day, and if you know me, you know how much I love and enjoy it! Today, I was considering what to write about coffee. There are numerous possibilities, such as a first date, a pleasant day at a coffee shop, chatting with friends, finding tranquility in a cup, or having coffee as a companion during late-night work or homework. However, after some thought, I've decided to share my first experience

Write to inspire and guide Hello everyone, I just thought about taking a break from my personal life and let's talk about this TV show called 9-1-1. I do not know if I need to apologize, but it is ridiculous how I always get teary-eyed in almost every episode. The show currently has 8 seasons, and I think the 9th season is set to release in the US this October. Let me tell you, this TV series restores my faith in humanity, or perhaps it represents what the world could use mor

FYI: This is a text I wrote on my old blog, but I thought it was a good idea to post it here, as I believe almost everyone has had a ghost or someone that needed to be left in the past. A week ago, I was watching an episode of “This Is Us” (new episode, a bit of a spoiler alert) and it was about Kate confronting Marc, not when she was young but older, in her present self. She realized she hadn’t had closure from that toxic relationship, and she wanted to get over it and conti

My last 70's Party onboard Ovation of the Seas Hello, beautiful people! I took my time to write part III because I wasn't sure if I should share it. In this part of my story, I need to talk about someone who is great at their job but sometimes lets their insecurities show. I really wanted to express how I felt a bit betrayed and disappointed, but honestly, at the end of the day, I don't think it matters anymore. The Weight of Words I was hurt by this person, unaware that they

Embracing New Challenges Welcome to Part II of how my journey led me to the life I have today. Perhaps it wasn't life guiding me; maybe I simply didn't want it enough. Keep in mind that everything I share comes from my personal experience and perspective—this is my truth. Some might think I have it wrong, but the stories I'm about to share are the ones I've lived, and I'll explain how they impacted me. As noted at the conclusion of Part I, my primary focus was on my team and