I was watching the news this morning, and saw a story about a couple being killed across the border from El Paso, in Juarez, Mexico, and I realize how lucky I am to have gotten out of there with the Tween safely.

There is so much unrest in Mexico with the cartels attempting to take hold right now. No one is safe in that area. Although it has not spilled over into the US yet, these latest murders took place mere feet from the border. I find this very sad since many people living in El Paso have family across the border that they love. The Hispanic culture is firmly rooted in family, and the thought of not being able to make a simple trip to enjoy a birthday party of a loved one without the worry of being shot is terrible.

So today I am thankful that my family lives safely. And I am thankful that I am in NY rather than El Paso.

Im still standin better than I ever did looking like a true survivor feeling like a little kid Im still standin after all this time and Im picking up the pieces of my life without you on my mind..