{"id":7065,"date":"2024-05-01T11:36:47","date_gmt":"2024-05-01T17:36:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/utrgvradio.com\/?p=7065"},"modified":"2024-05-01T11:36:48","modified_gmt":"2024-05-01T17:36:48","slug":"a-forever-changing-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/utrgvradio.com\/index.php\/2024\/05\/01\/a-forever-changing-world\/","title":{"rendered":"A forever changing world"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Pete Mendoza | Vaquero Radio<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The world we live in is a place of constant change, good or bad. Each individual faces their own change somewhere in life, and most find these changes difficult and painful. For the most part, I say I am good when it comes to certain changes, but when these moments occur, it feels as if I am giving up a part of my life and a part of me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I think a lot about the fact that most people, opportunities, and moments will never last forever and will eventually leave or fade away. It truly is a terrible feeling that sometimes keeps me up at night. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, I\u2019ve always been the type of person to go with the flow. I constantly tell myself, \u201cWhat happens, happens,\u201d or \u201cIt is what it is,\u201d to try and avoid stressing out about certain scenarios. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I had gone through many changes at a young age, from moving to different cities to separating from close family members and friends to moments I can\u2019t even begin to explain. I learned quickly that things just come and go, whether fast or slow. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With age, I came to an even greater realization: I must love and appreciate every moment and every person I cross paths with. If I treat every moment like it is my last and enjoy even the small things, life\u2019s changes won\u2019t be as hard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I say this because once you understand what is precious to you, even if that thing doesn\u2019t last, you can always look back and find a great experience. Even the bad moments can give you a sense of motivation to be better. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each experience you have gives you the potential to grow as a person and understand who you want to be. Whether you are getting into a new relationship, leaving a job, graduating, or even the passing of a family member, each moment can show the kind of person you are and give you a glimpse of what you can be. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When I was younger, my grandpa was one of the people I had always wanted to visit. He was a kind and strong man who worked on a farm for most of his life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every morning, I would wake up and see him eating a concha with coffee, waiting for everyone to wake up. My grandma would tell him not to give me anything sweet because I had not eaten yet. He\u2019d then look over at me, give me a marranito, and tell me to run off to my room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The day that I heard he had passed away was a moment that hit me like a freight train. I was lost and in shambles. To this day, it still hurts, but I know that every memory of him is beautiful and that I can cherish it for the rest of my life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019d rather be grateful to have had him in my life than never to have known him. He helped me understand the kind of person I wanted to be. To this day, I strive to live a life where I can be happy, kind, and strong. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the end of the day, life will always keep moving and changing, whether we like it or not. It is just a matter of whether we choose to let those changes prevent us from living life or help us to become happier and improve ourselves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can live a good life if you can see positivity through all things. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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