To be a Latino man in America.

To be a Latino man in America feel burdened by responsibilities. First of all, there's the American prejudice characterizing all Latino men as armed and dangerous. If I choose to shave my head people assume it's a statement rather than a haircut. So it's not just a financial burned but a social burned to deal with.
For example: years ago my father-in law from Texas informed my ex-wife that all the "Mexicans carried guns and knives".
The good part about being a Latino man is the opportunity to came to this beautiful country, because if I'd been female I have been too afraid to risk leaving home as 2 of my sisters never did.
To be a man is to carry a lot of responsibility. I feel it's necessary to support my parents and family left in Mexico.
To be a man I feel free to travel throughout the world, as long as I can afford it.
To be a man I have to respect women. All my teachers except for one have been female. A lot of my closest friends are women. I feel more harmony with women for many of their good qualities such as honesty.
But my appearance often intimidates women, until they know me. When I reincarnate I'd like to be able to have the same experience as a man because of the hardships I've seen women face without Equal rights.
Women suffer too much abuse physically, mentally and emotionally. So I hope in the future the world will change and every country in the world men and women will have the same rights and opportunities.

My five year plan.

Five year plan involves working smarter, not harder. I am not as young as I used to be.
Soon I will no longer be able to continue working as a laborer because of the extreme physical demands. Today I was in my refreshment class for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response and I was sitting with all these white, professional people (no offense) feeling somewhat intimidated because I didn't have a similar title, or education that they had. Practically everyone represented themselves with a little. but when I introduced myself, I only say "I work for King County." The instructor say "what do you do?" and the only thing I can say was Haz-mat Technicial, and could not say anything else.
So this is why I need to develop a 5 year plan for the future. And I am going to separate my life into 2 parts: travel + Study. These are my priorities. I don't know what I'll accomplish, but at least it's a beginning, something to shoot for.
My travel plan involves going to Hawaii in November next May going to Florida, and 2014 spending a month in Brazil to attend the world Cup.My 5 year plan for study involves striving to educate myself so I can became an L&I inspector or at least a Latino instructor in the construction field. To inform others in Spanish about the chemical hazards and the importance of protection.

La Llorona

La Llorona (The Waling Woman) Who was la Llorona, and why does she cry? It was a long, long time ago in the epoch of the Conquistadores when there was a native woman who fell in love with a Spanish gentleman. They began a life together and they had 3 children, but he never married her. Always giving her an excuse to avoid marriage.
After some time the man left her for a lady from Spain because it was more advantageous for him. When she discovered his betrayal she lost her mind and drowned their three children in the river for revenge. After she realized what she'd done she also killed herself, and since then her ghost has wandered restlessly without peace and people can hear her screaming and wailing at night grieving for her children.
Sometimes people see her near the rivers, or they feel a shadow passing over them. So when I was a child my mother warned me if I misbehaved La Llorona would come and take me away with her.

Driving

Driving is the main subject of my pet peeves. It drives me crazy when people honk, that is a major source of my irritation. Especially in areas like Mexico City, people are honking all the time, and pedestrians have to run for their lives to cross the street.
Another thing that irritates me about how people drive is how closely they follow, dangerously close, trying to kiss the bumper.
I also hate it when people drive with their high beams on at night, blinding me temporarily, over and over again. People who drive too slowly, test my patience to the opposite extreme. I could continue for hours listing many more minor irritations that afflict me, but I'll stop here.

My perfect day

For me my perfect day includes sunshine and a good cup of coffee.Also getting up late and having a relaxing and peacefully morning.Another ingredients that I want to include in my list are:watching a soccer game,driving to the mountains,going out to see an interesting movie and having a good dinner with my friends.
So I can continue putting more ideas in my list, but for now I think these are a lot for one perfect day.

My summer vacation

Last month I went to Dallas and San Antonio TX. The best experience about this trip was having the opportunity to see the landscape and the many contrasts. It was hot as a sauna, with rolling hills and no mountains, like here in WA. I drove hundreds of miles back and forth between the two major cities. I went to visit my younger sister and her family in Irvin TX, who I hadn't seen in 7 years, so it was a happy reunion. After I spent a few days with them then I went back to San Antonio and met up with some other friends, I went to see the alamo, the tower or the Americas, and hug around downtown , which I felt was very interesting place with a river intersecting it. The worst part was staging in shabby hotels with nasty old carpet and bugs.
On my way back my flight was cancelled due to a tornado. I had to wait in line for five hours to obtain a new ticket to Seattle. I had to stay in Denver for almost two days just waiting around. Finally I got a new flight, which of course had to stop in Portland. It was like riding the bus from Mexico to Seattle, just exhausting.
I was so tired when I got home, but still grateful I was able to go. So, that was my story about my Summer vacation.

Welcome to my blog!

Hello,
My name is Sergio, I'm originally from Mexico. This is my 2nd quarter in this class. I'd like to welcome everyone who is new here.
I really like this class because our professor Liz is so creative in her approach. I hope that I can continue to learn a lot along with all of you, and that it continues to be an enjoyable experience.

Mount Rainier

My favorite place is Mount Rainier. This mountain is so mysterious and beautiful.I always have a good experience when I go there. The summer is when I like traveling to this magnificent place. Almost every year in the past I went there, because I love to walk on the trails during the day. Also to see the wild animals, the flowers and have the opportunity to watch how the snow is melting away from the hills of the mountain.
This place helps me to relax and clear my mind; during the night I can go out and see the stars and hear the different sounds of the wildlife.
So this is way this mountain is my favorite place to be, because it reminds me of my little town in Mexico where I was born.

TYPE AB'S

Last week at the phlebotomy class, I found out my blood type is AB, which the Japanese believe indicates a split personality. I'm not generally superstitious, because in my country there's a long history of wizards (brujos), fortune tellers,and all different kinds of people who try to convince you that they can figure out what kind of personality you have. Using a whole variety of methods from readings palms and cards, to performing rituals for cleansing away the evil spirits and magical curses. So it's no surprise to me that the Japanese are superstitious too. I believe it's a universal phenomenon for every country to develop its own superstitious beliefs. I agree with the analysis at face value, because I'm shy at times and enjoy being helpful, but I still remain skeptical.

Dear President Obama,
I'm immigrant from Mexico. Last year I'm became a U.S. citizen. I have lived in the U.S. for more than 20 years,now this is my new home.I love this country very much and is why we need immigration reform.I'm an ESL student at "Renton Technical College" and I work at "King County". My dream is to speak, write and communicate better in English. I'm very concerned about the current situation of immigrants,because I was once one of them. Please help to support immigration reform in this country.
Sincerely,
Sergio Juarez

Writing

Writing is very difficult for me.
I aways have a hard time to put my ideas together.
I hope that if I confront my fears about writing, I'm going to feel much better.

Soccer

I love to play and watch a soccer game.
Soccer is the most popular sport around the world.
This year in June thirty two countries are going to dispute the "FIFA" World Cup.

Money

Everybody needs money to survive in this world.
If I don't have money I will end in the streets.
In this modern world everything is about money.

The French Kiss. I love the history about this movie. I'm related in one way, or other to this drama. Also the music that they play is very interesting to listening in another language. Is why is one of my favorite movies!

The Pink Panther, or as it's known in Mexico, La Pantera Rosa, was one of my favorite cartoons in the past. First of all, I never get tired of hearing the theme song. I like the Pink Panther in the same way I like Snoopy and Bugs Bunny, because they always figure out how to get what they need, without yelling or screaming. He's always so calm and relaxed, even when his life is being threatened. Also, I like the fact that he never speaks. He always gets his point across, but never has to explain himself. He's completely honest and therefore always confident about what he's doing, because it's always obvious what he's thinking. He finds a creative solution to every problem that he's faced with, and never loses his cool. I still wish I had the skill to cope with life as well as he does. I know it sounds ridiculous to compare the complexity of anyones' life to the simplicity of a cartoon character, but there's an essential truth involved that always resonates and makes me happy.

Music is a form of art. I always love listening to different kinds of music. For example: Folk, Romantic, Classical,Rock, Country,etc. Because music is an "organized sound" it expresses feelings as well as emotions in a melodious and pleasant way. Depend how I feel everyday is the way I choose the kind of music I want to listening to. since human beings have existed on this planet, they have been busy creating music. So, there anybody who doesn't like this form of art?

Hazmat technician

What it is a hazmat technician?

Hazmat technicians receive .... necessary training on how to safety handle hazardous materials. Before the person starts working in the field, they need to go for 80 hours of training. additional training includes 40 hours for Asbestos, 40 hours for lead and 40 hours for mold remediation.

Every year we have to go to a refresher course for 8 hours. This is a very dangerous job, because if you're excessively exposed to Asbestos fibers, chemicals, lead, or mold, you can became sick and possibly die of Asbestosis, or other respiratory or blood diseases.

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Work

I began working when I was 5 years old, helping my parents to take care of their animals. I remember my grandpa encouraging me to always work hard in order to create a better life. I have had many different jobs through out my life, but most have been in the construction field. The job I have now is considered dangerous work.

Travel

I've always been curious about other places. I remember when I was in my little town in Mexico which is surrounded by little mountains. Everyday I was looking for direction. One day I say to myself I want to know what's on the other side. That's when I have the opportunity to come to the United States.

I was scared to death to leave my town for the first time, but on the other hand I was finally going to have the opportunity to meet with different people, customs, cultures, languages and try to create a better life.

Welcome to my blog.

About me.
Hi all,
My name is Sergio, I was born in Apaseo El Alto, Guanajuato Mexico. I came to the United States more than 20 years ago.
My profession is;" Hazmat Technician". I've worked for King County for almost seven years.
I love traveling and meeting new people.