Facing Obstacles & Overcoming them...

It is said that "Some of God's greatest gifts are unanswered prayers." We are sometimes put in situations that bring out the best in us to make us realize our potential and what we are made of. In my case, this is 100% true and I truly believe that I turn my wounds into wisdom and strength because of my faith.

After my pro debut last year in October, I got an awful case of bed bugs from the hotel I stayed in for that bout. That required me to be on a very destructive medicine called prednazone for 3 weeks which once again jeopardized my health taking me almost 3 months to recover from. Waking up for my daily runs, traveling 3+ hrs for my boxing training, and getting my conditioning workouts in were extremely challenging to say the least. Waking up tired & feeling fatigued before the workouts and having my menstrual cycle every 7-10 days had me feeling extra weak. It was frustrating and tested my patience in every way. I practically willed myself to do the things I truly love & with enough faith, patience & the help of natural/homeopathic medicine, I have made a slow, but amazing recovery...

After much preparation, I was set to have my 2nd professional fight on January 16th in Macon, GA. My trainer, Terri Moss & I showed up at the weigh-ins the night before & were shocked to find out that my opponent just did not show up. As devastating as this was, I was comforted by the fact that I knew in my heart that this was happening for a good reason and that it would take much more than that to break my spirit and faith. Terri Moss had a great plan to do a light mitt exhibition during intermission and address the crowd to let them know that I was there to fight. That is exactly what we did & it was an awesome experience! We stole the show and made the best out of that situation!

The difficulties of life are intended to make us better, not bitter..Adversities are part of life and they usually bring with them big lessons for us to learn, grow and shape up as an individual.

After a storm, there is always sunshine & in this case, I was overwhelmed with the support I have received from the Hispanic community. This week the largest Spanish Newspaper in Atlanta, "Mundo Hispanico" & Charlotte, "Mi Gente," decided to do a nice article on me:

http://www.mundohispanico.com/noticias/content/deportes/articulos/2010/01/21/012110_articulo1.html

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http://migenteweb.com/news.php?nid=7297&pag=0

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As I refocus my attention on my next bout on Thursday, January 28th, I am reminded that determination, patience and courage are the only things needed to improve any situation. I am so ready for my next challenge!!

In closing, I leave you with another great poem that has had quite an impact on my life...I "lost" what I thought was a really good friend, but realized that she came into my life for a Good Reason & the lesson was taught & it was time to move on and for that, I am grateful....

People always come into your life for a reason, a season and a lifetime. When you figure out which it is, you know exactly what to do.

When someone is in your life for a REASON, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed outwardly or inwardly. They have come to assist you through a difficulty, or to provide you with guidance and support, to aid you physically, emotionally, or even spiritually. They may seem like a godsend to you, and they are. They are there for a reason,you need them to be. Then, without any wrong doing on your part or at an inconvenient time, this person will say or do something to bring the relationship to an end. Sometimes they die, Sometimes they just walk away. Sometimes they act up or out and force you to take a stand. What we must realize is that our need has been met, our desire fulfilled; their work is done. The prayer you sent up has been answered and it is now time to move on.

When people come into your life for a SEASON, it is because your turn has come to share, grow, or learn. They may bring you an experience of peace or make you laugh. They may teach you something you have never done. They usually give you an unbelievable amount of joy. Believe it! It is real! But, only for a season. And like Spring turns to Summer and Summer to Fall, the season eventually ends.

LIFETIME, relationships teach you a lifetime of lessons; those things you must build upon in order to have a solid emotional foundation. Your job is to accept the lesson, love the person/people (anyway);, and put what you have learned to use in all other relationships and areas in your life. It is said that love is blind but friendship is clairvoyant.

Much Love,
Patricia "Patty Boom Boom" Alcivar
www.patriciaalcivar.com