This is a tribute to my grandparents Carmen and Mario Vera.
Cuban immigrants that fled from Cuba when Fidel first came into power.
They could foresee the tyranny that was coming and decided to risk it all in hopes for a better future. Leaving behind family country culture and language. Leaving behind everything they knew in sacrifice to give their children and their children’s children’s more.
My grandfather’s brother was able to come to Miami first as a missionary. He formed a church that is still alive and thriving today. My uncle Jose Manuel Vera served the Miami community in bringing the gospel for more than 50 years. He is the reason I am a believer today and has led thousands to Christ. For his life and sacrifice I am eternally grateful.
My grandfather was able to come because of his brother. Although he had to leave my grandmother in Mexico for a year until he could secure safe passage for her and their three children. My grandmother had twin boys and my father all under age 5. Now here she is outside of her country alone and without my grandfather.
The epitome of strength.
At last my grandfather was able to send for his wife and children and all were reunited after a year in Mexico. They were poor but together and more than willing to roll up their sleeves and get to work.
My grandfather worked in a factory and everyday he would come home with his hands full of ink that would never come off. My grandmother studied and started her own beauty salon from the house.
The first and second generation of Cubans that landed on the shores of Miami have paved the way to make Miami the thriving city that we see today. These were immigrants that did not know the native language had no money but had a dream for More! They started business enterprises fought for fair labor laws and won.
Anyone that has ever been to Miami knows that it is special. It is a cultural meltingpot where people are accepted no matter their race ethnicity or economical background. A place where kids can hope to rise above their circumstances if they put in the work.
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18/11/2020
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01/01/2020
2019 was the hardest year of my life by far!
But I am thankful for all the lessons it taught me.
Thankful for the joy that came through the tears.
Thankful for the Friend I have in Jesus.
That despite my mistakes and failures He remains Faithful and Loving.
Thankful for my family and all their support through this year.
Thankful for my friends that have walked with me.
Thankful for my forgiving and loving children that bring Life!
Thankful for my persevering husband who loves me well.
Thankful that 2019 and all the hardship that came with it being has been Swallowed up by His Love.
I am thankful for all the promises Jesus has for us in 2020!
13/12/2019
Many times in order to move forward we must first look back.
This may be painful.
You may think its unnecessary.
But...there are SO many unconscious habits beliefs and behaviors that we live out daily that beckon us to be brave and think again!
Why do I believe this?
Why am I acting in this way?
Why am I trying to fit in?
Why do I want people to like me?
Why can't I trust?
Why am I sometimes explosive?
Why am I getting defensive?
Am I harboring any un-forgiveness?
Have I really healed or am I just covering up the pain?
Am I dissociating from my current reality or feelings?
If you believe in Jesus He has made you new!
But...there are still some old thought patterns - learned behaviors- un-forgiveness-pain-betrayal- and sometimes trauma that needs to be dealt with in order to LIVE in that newness of life.
Fortunately we have a loving Father who loves us beyond comprehension!
He is not quick to show us all the gunk we are hiding.
He is patient and loving-
He Kindly and gently reveals to us
little by little
areas that are still broken within us that
He is more than willing to repair/mend
with His LOVE BALM!
Have you ever been in a season where you took a look back?
I would love to hear your experience!
Love you!!💜
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