The beginning of something great !

I have wanted to write a blog for the longest time. I have journals and journals filled with experiences. I have so much to say that I don't even know where to start. I am hopeful, fearful, frustrated, and excited. I have many mixed emotions. Sometimes I feel a bit like the characters of “Inside Out”, Pixar's new movie. Sometimes I’m a bit sad, fearful, or even disgusted… but thank God a lot of joy still remains.

So, I am saying to myself, “How does this relate to what I do or what I want to accomplish in my lifetime?” Then I see a picture of the last chapter of my life and it becomes a bit more clear as I keep writing these words. I don't know if you can relate to me or if you may feel the same way I do. It evokes a scary sensation in opening up my heart and sharing with the world, as I want to hide my feelings and keep then inside the treasure of my heart. But deep inside, I am most certain that if I keep writing, the message and the purpose for which I was born will be revealed. I hope it will help you find your purpose as well.

My name is Lourdes Valentin and I am an artist in all senses of the word. I make my living through my singing and I love it. I love to write songs whether they be for my clients or myself. It's a joyful moment when a song is born, but the rush of love really comes when I see the song touching every part of a person and their loves ones. I also love to paint, photography, and cooking. I love nature and I love animals… especially my kitty cats. But, most of all, I love to connect with people. It is the biggest and most fulfilling part of my life.

I have various college degrees and as time has passed, I’ve become more and more determined to follow my true passions. I can no longer live pretending to do something that I am not passionate about… even when my life has looked very uncertain. My hope is that as I continue to write these stories, we can share our lives together.

So, again, I’m Lourdes Valentin… a simple girl with big dreams and I want to sprinkle your life with the most colorful ice-cream toppings I have, and I hope that you will, in turn, sprinkle me too!



With Love,
Lourdes