Hot, fiery and sexy...

is what I like to call my Circle Journal entry for Group 1.  I have Dawn's journal which needs to be shipped out today.  I'm happy that I finished it on time.  It took me a lot time to think about the approach I was going to take with her journal.  Her theme is on music.  Well I love all kinds of music!  Funny cause the next journal I'm to receive for Circle Journal 2 from her, is also about music.  Too funny.

Okay back to Dawn's journal.  Well I decided to do an entry about Salsa music.  I know there is a strong likelihood Ms. Thang knows squat about Salsa which was the deciding factor for me to go that route.  In addition to the pages, I made a CD for her containing my favorite old school Salsa tunes.  I hope she does give it a listen. I know she will not understand the lyrics, but listen to the music.

So here is my entry in its entirety:

Journaling:  Anyone who knows me, knows that I have a deep love and appreciation for all types of music.  I’m always blasting music, either in my car, in my home and especially while I scrap.  I love to go to concerts, etc.  However, if I had to narrow it to one genre of music, that resonates with me, it would be Salsa. 

I grew up listening to Salsa. Every time I hear it playing it takes me way back to when I was a little girl and going to family parties and watching the elders dance.  They were always having a good time, their intricate steps hard for me to follow, but mesmerizing nonetheless.  My favorite would be around Christmas time, when family and friends would gather together and go on our parrandas (Puerto Rican caroling) from house to house, singing, dancing, playing our musical instruments from the island, singing folklore and sharing stories.  This was to be followed by lots and lots of eating.  Food was plentiful and my belly was very appreciative.

In my adulthood, I still have not learned how to dance Salsa, but enjoy the music and people watch.  I love to watch others, their movements, they way the dress, very sexy, very intimate and always passionate. 

I’ve included in my circle journal entry a CD containing some of my favorite old school Salsa songs. I hope you give it a listen.

So that is it and off it goes. 

So this site is up and running. 

Hope you can check it out.  I tried to post my introduction days ago and low and behold, Typepad didn't like my post and refused to post it.  So in the meantime I have to figure out how to post.  Always something with me, things are never easy. 

I'm at home today taking care of Josh.  His fever has gone down, but he still had a vomiting spell so we are keeping him under careful observation for another day.  Pumping the meds and the liquids.  Thanks to all for the kind thoughts and prayers.

Later,

A. 

Comments

[Lara]

I like that, Hot, fire-y and sexy. I love Salsa Music, and even though I do not understand the words, I love the beat!

[Rita Oliverio]

Wow, fab entry Aleida! You really outdid yourself! Such a unique touch to add the CD...I'm sure she'll love it!

[lkylaurenkay]

What a fabulous album!! I love that fiery red and black!!

[Nicole Harper]

glad your little one is feeling a bit better...=)

[Tiffany]

That album is just fabulous Aleida. And I love the colors as it totally fits with the theme of Salsa. (Passionate...love it!)

Still praying for your little one. I am so glad he is feeling a little better.

[Dedra Long]

That entry is just fantabulous!!!!
Thank you for the award...I left some love for you on my blog....

I hope Josh starts feeling better girl!!!
Hugs...
Dedra

[kristii]

Love your journal girl!! I have checked out the inspiration site and it looks like it is going to be fantastic! congrats girl!!!

[adrienne]

GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!

[Tina]

I just love this mini! It is wonderful in so many ways! Love the bold pictures, the questions and just the over all look! Great job!

[Jonnelle]

Wow, that cj entry is amazing - love the idea of including a cd and the creative insert that you made for it!!!

[Cat]

I love the SALSA letters. How did you do that? You're journaling takes me back to when I was a kid my family would go to the Dominican Republic for the holidays and dance merengue all night. I'm not a great merengue dancer but I can hold my own.