I’m pretty sure those that know me are probably thinking “Does she really need another blog?” and the classic “How does she do it all?”
First of all, I don’t “do it all,” para nada! I fail miserably at the balancing act of perfectionism, so I’ve just embraced the fact that a sense of balance that comes and goes in waves is the rhythm of the life I’ve created for myself.
So do I need yet another blog to add to my stack of plates que se tambalean por aquí y por allá? Yes and no. Those that know me really, really well know that I’m all shades of grey…or more like pinkish these days of six-year-old girlie-ness.
They get I’m more than just the mamá obsessed (not an understatement!) with making sure her daughter is raised bilingually. Nor am I just the blogger and the entrepreneur that borders on workaholism because I can’t get enough of what I do. Nor am I only the carefully-selected pictures you see on my social media profiles.
So what am I? There’s one thing I know for sure, and I count my blessings for the path filled with risks, failures and growth that took me to realize that I’m a Bridge. A connector. It’s what I naturally do and what gives me real joy.
MadreVida is the outside voice of that Bridge. It’s here where I will have an online life with no agenda. It’s here where I won’t always follow all the blogging rules and must-do’s because I have no real mission other than to Be.
It might be selfish, but there’s an unexplainable need to reinvent myself in this space without any real mission guiding me…and to connect with you — dear reader that’s reading right now and I’m loving on because how truly magical is that?
I’m a Madre con muy poca madre que está hasta la madre de tanta madre y quiere nada más ser Vida de la manera más intensa y dejarse llevar por las olas que nos elevan y nos arrastran día con día. Quiero hacerlo contigo porque solamente tenemos una MadreVida.
So, let’s get this going. Talk to me; I want to listen. Háblame y cuéntame. Te escucho.
I love, “I am a Madre con muy poca madre”…love it!
Happy to be here.
Es que lo soy and one day my girl will be able to write about it! Ha! Thanks for being here..and there..and everywhere where it’s nice and pretty.
“An online life with no agenda.” Love it! I totally get that.
Thanks for stopping by, Stephanie! I’m glad you get it. I guess I like doing thins backwards because I entered blogging with a clear mission (which I’m still right on!), but never allowed myself to just show my Self. So here we go…
Wonderful news, Ana! This is one place it’s safe to let your mind wander. Looking forward to reading more of “you.” :-)
And wander it will! :) Gracias por tu notita, Ezzy. Siempre me hace feliz platicar contigo.
Felicidades en tu nuevo projecto!!! Me encanta el último párrafo parece sacado de una poesia. Cheers!
Gracias, Cristalia! Antes me atrevía a escribir disque poesía, pero hace mucho que no me fluía nada. Hay que dejarlo salir sin censura. A ver si el músculo poético se me relaja un poco!
Love all of it and your new casita. Can’t wait to read about all your journey. ¡Que viva Madre Vida!
Congrats Ana! I will continue to be a fan of all you do and look forward to reading your words here! abrazos!
Sweet as always, Ruby!!! Thanks for stopping by. Abrazos to you!
I love this! And I am so happy you have created this new space. You know I’m a fan of all that you do, so I’m looking forward to reading more! xo
And I’m your fan, Lisa! I’m so motivated to write more. so glad you liked it!
Classic and lovely, my friend…just like you. I love your new home…it suits you perfectly. I said yesterday on SpanglishBaby I was looking forward to seeing what you are doing next… I didn’t have to wait long :) Many congratulations. xoxo
Danielle, I so adore you! Thanks so much for! I’m thrilled you stopped by and loved it.
Hola Ana,
I heard you speak at LATISM13 and I was inspired to start a blog. Its wonderful that you’ve created a personal space and a way to connect with us – your fans & supporters. Pa’lante y felicidades!
Catherine, this makes me so, so happy. I’m so glad you started your own blog and I’m heading over there right now! Pa’llá voy!
Hola madre con vida bella ;)… me encanta… it feels liberating and free… and love the spanglish too.!
So liberating,amiga. Y el spanglish es lo que somos, así que hay que dejarlo ser!
Felicidades!!! What a breath of fresh air!!!!! LOVE!
Thanks, Betty! You’ve got great taste, so I appreciate the love :)
Love your new blog mucho! I hope this becomes the outlet for you that you are wishing for. Buena Suerte!
Thanks, Joan. I hope so too!
I love it Ana! Such a great space and so excited for you. You’re amazing I look up to you. You’re such an inspiration to me as a mama and as woman. Just read all your entries and smiled at every at every single one. I’m excited to read more xo
Making you smile, makes me smile. It truly does. I admire your drive and professionalism. What you want is yours for the taking!
I love your voice. Congratulations on this new blog!
Thanks, Patty. It’s been a slow process to “let it out” in my own space, but no stopping now!
I’m so happy to be able to read you here! Yours is a voice I didn’t want to lose. Thanks for sharing your journey!
Yay, Jennifer! So happy to see you here. I’m always amazed at how much you do and what an amazing community builder you are. Truly hope we keep collaborating. Un abrazo!
I love reading your perspective and so glad you’ll be writing more from a place that feels right to you..whatever that is. Excited to read more.
Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to comment, Natalie. I think what feels “right” to me will continue to evolve and I’m excited for the process.
Love it and totally understand your need for this space and the need to “re-invent.” We get locked into these roles and titles and personas, and sometimes there’s a little voice screaming – that’s not all of me!
I totally support you, amiga. If it means I get more Ana Flores, whatever it is, I’m all for it ;)
I know you KNOW. Love you, girl, and so excited for this new phase of our online journey together!
Fabulous!! Love your new personal blog, Ana. Looking forward to reading more about your journey since we can all learn from one another!! Abrazos.
Gracias, Isabel. You’re always so supportive and positive. Abrazos!
Felicidades. Para atrás ni para agarrar impulso!
Exactamente! Aquí vamos pa’delante hasta dónde se pueda :)
Ana,
I LOVE this space—congrats & Kudos to you!!!!!
You are AMAZING!!!!
I love the fact that here there are NO RULES! I am NOT really a fan of rules–lol
All the best, mama–
xoxoxoxo <3
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No rules rule!! ;)
Thanks for all the support! You’re the best!
I love this! Thanks for sharing your life with us, Ana.
Thank you for stopping by, Fatima!
¡Que bueno verte por estos lares! Estaba un tanto triste por el “cierre” de Spanglishbaby, pero veo que aqui en MadreVida compartirás un poco de todo. :) I’m excited to follow you in this new journey! Thank you for allowing us to come into your life through MadreVida. ¡Hasta la próxima!
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