The Battle in My Mind

July 13th, 2018 I checked into a hotel in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Although the hotel was luxurious in amenities and PRICE, that was not the part that captured my most valuable component of the experience. It was my best friend’s wedding and I was there for two nights.  As with any wedding there are always the natural anxiety filled moments that pray everything goes well and the individual that is getting married is truly happy. This was no different as I mentioned this is my BEST FRIEND about to embark on the unity chapter of her life. Anywho, the concierge brings something to the room and begins asking one of the bridesmaids what her name was. Although I thought it was a bit awkward, I continued minding my business until I realize he was now trying to get my attention. Although hesitant at first because I did not understand the content of their previous conversations, nor the realization that he had already spoken to majority of everyone else in the room, I go and introduce myself. H

Every adventure I take breeds another opportunity for personal growth. Although the purpose of each trip is usually relaxation, I never pass up any opportunity to gain wisdom. Jamaica was jAMAZING! The culture is so rich and the people are extremely caring and relaxed. Along our journey to Jamaica, we met some extremely wonderful people that took the time to educate us on the lifestyle, history, and culture. However, along with the beautiful weather and water also came the difficulty to maintain a decent lifestyle without struggle. Being on an island, gas prices were triple the cost of my norm due to the transport cost to get the gasoline in their area, therefore many people cannot afford to buy their own car and rely heavily on taxis or buses.  We discussed rent/mortgage, bills, family and were enlightened that most, although not all do not have air conditioner, live with their family for a long time or forever to economically survive, and with the income they earn they must save m