Diana Lopez

This year went by super fast. As I sit in my favorite hammock, miles away from home and my parents I contemplate how this year made me feel. This year was oddly different due to all the changes I had in my life. For once, I got to experience what living away from home was. I got to move away from my parents due to school. Moving away for college was not easy for me, though I enjoy alone time there were times in which I felt extra lonely and empty. I no longer had my horse to run to when I felt bored or stressed. I no longer had my siblings to talk to or run to their room to at least bother them. I no longer had my mom cooking. I no longer had my dad inviting me to go ride my horse during the evening. My hands felt empty. This past semester I was away from home stuck in an apartment in which the only people I knew were my roommates. Everything was so different- the atmosphere, community, everything. Overall, the semester went by fast but I can say that it has been the toughest ...

Being part of an escaramuza team has greatly impacted me as a person. More than a hobby I could call it a life style. I love the feeling of competing, going into the arena and seeing family members cheer for us is such an awesome feeling. When I'm in there all I want to do is win. Some could say that it is a waste of money but if you love it, do it regardless of what anyone has to say. Being part of an escaramuza team is more than looking pretty in those long cultural dresses. It takes time and dedication to the sport. When I first joined the team years ago, I was introduced to a new perspective of the sport in which I have come to love. You learn to trust your teammates and for most your horse trusts you. It takes time precision to be able to synchronize every exercise. If one teammate is late in matter of seconds, tragical accidents could happen. There comes days in which late night practice do not go as well. Our trainer travels hours from outside the country, because perhaps ...

As young adults, we have the peer pressure of those around us. Often times, we live from the expectations of our family members. Of course, all parents want is for their children to succeed but there is so much that falls into place. From personal experience, at times I feel like life is fading away from my hands. My dream career seems to be so far ahead of me. At times I feel so inspired and motivated, but then there is days that I see no light to this tunnel... I know good things take time, but then I question all my other goals as well, such as traveling and maybe one day falling in love. I ask myself how am I supposed to be an independent women, try and travel the world, and hopefully have a family before I turn 30? Though I do not essentially understand what will happen, some way or another I attempt to stay positive. I love reading life inspirational poetry and seeking peace within myself. Some might say I isolate myself, but I really do not. I enjoy quietness at times, I enjoy m...

Hello everyone! I have decided to create this blog to share my personal thoughts and experiences as a young adult. With this being said I am now going to talk a bit about me. I  am twenty years old, currently attending the University of Texas A&M. I am double majoring in Animal Science and Biomedical Science. My goal in life is to one day become a veterinarian and god-willing  work in Latin Countries. During my free time I highly enjoy horse riding and exercising. I can say that overall, I love love traveling. I enjoy learning about other cultures and languages. With this said, please keep in mind that all of my post are my personal opinions and written to create a positive impact. "Wherever you go, go with all your heart" -Confucius xoxox diana lopez