UNM Children's Hospital 9/21/2010

New Mexico's only dedicated Children's Hospital, Nestled in nearly 500,000 square feet of the new Barbara & Bill Richardson Pavilion, UNM Children's Hospital cares for nearly 60,000 children, over half of whom live outside of the Albuquerque area. They treat acute illness and trauma to chronic disease and disability.

Wow What can I say I have never has so much fun in my life.... yesterday was the best ever I had so much fun with the kids in the transfusion unit, and at their appointments. They offered many things for kids in the hospital such as an outdoor playground psp, xbox, wii , game cube, even a teacher from APS schools, Ronald McDonald house, and a kids room with board games, toys, books and so much more. UNM Children's hospital was a blessing to be a part of. It was so nice to see the children were separate from all the adults so they too were comfortable and more payed attention too!

I made such wonderful friends with people and the staff was so helpful and kind. I also enjoyed talking with the parents of these kids who were so sick. Let me tell you it hurt me so much inside to see what they were going through with their loved one. A very strong family bond was needed! What was crazy is some of these kids were on their second or third time with their treatment for kidney disease or cancer I met all ages and what hurt me the most was the baby girl who was getting her cancer treatment and was a sleep as her parents watched over her. The hospital was so nice that they lent her mom a laptop to keep up with her work while they were there.

Please God in Heaven take care of these precious kids they didn't ask for it and they to deserve a life that is rewarding, loving, and blessed.



My Health Advise to You

Health:


1. Drink plenty of water.



2. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a beggar.



3. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants and eat less food that is manufactured in plants..



4. Live with the 3 E's -- Energy, Enthusiasm and Empathy



5. Make time to pray.



6. Play more games



7. Read more books than you did in 2009 .



8. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day to reflect



9. Sleep for 8 hours.



10. Take a 10-30 minute walk daily. And while you walk, smile.



Personality:



11. Don't compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.



12. Don't have negative thoughts or things you cannot control. Instead invest your energy in the positive present moment.



13. Don't over do. Keep your limits.



14. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.



15. Don't waste your precious energy on gossip.



16. Dream more while you are awake



17. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need..



18. Forget issues of the past. Don't remind your partner with His/her mistakes of the past. That will ruin your present happiness.



19. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone. Don't hate others.



20. Make peace with your past so it won't spoil the present.



21. No one is in charge of your happiness except you.



22. Realize that life is a school and you are here to learn. Problems are simply part of the curriculum that appear and fade away like algebra class but the lessons you learn will last a lifetime.



23. Smile and laugh more.



24. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree...



Society:



25. Call your family often.



26. Each day give something good to others.



27. Forgive everyone for everything..



28. Spend time w/ people over the age of 70 & under the age of 6.



29. Try to make at least three people smile each day.



30. What other people think of you is none of your business.



31. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch.



Life:



32. Do the right thing!



33. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.

35. However good or bad a situation is, it will change..



36. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.



37. The best is yet to come..



38. When you awake alive in the morning, be thankful.



39. Your Inner most is always happy. So, be happy.

Santa Fe Fiestas

Que Viva La Fiesta

What Can I say I am so proud to have been in our states capital this past weekend for the Santa Fe Fiestas. There was the Burning of the Zozobra on Thursday Sept 9 which is highlight of la fiesta. Just after dusk, a 50-foot effigy called Zozobra will be burned in the central park, accompanied by dancers and drumbeats. Zozobra is also known as "old-man gloom". Santa People believe that when he is burned, all of your troubles go up in smoke with him. However, depending on who you talk to, there will be no troubles either for the next five days or in the coming year.

On Sunday is the big parade which I walked and gave out candy.
I heard everyone saying look Mrs NM. It was so awesome and I also got to meet all kinds of congress and state officials who said they have heard a lot about me. They were pleased with all the work and support that I have been doing with our New Mexicans. It made me so excited to know that I am making a difference. I also met Brian Colon who is running for our State Lt Governor and our NM State treasure James Lewis who is a cowboy fan yea Go Cowboys....

It was all wonderful and glad to have been apart and continue working with.
Thank Senator Udall's Office and Mike Lopez for everything. 

Aspen Elementry Scholastic Book Fair

Wow I have had such a blast this week. I worked at my daughters school with the Scholastic Book Fair making money for the school. I can say it was a great success and all the little kids were so excited and took turn wearing my sash. Then I played with them out on the playground. Felt great to have kids look up to me and get so excited.

Breast Cancer Facts for NM

  

 Approximately 1,100 women are diagnosed with invasive breast cancer each year in
New Mexico

 Over 220 women die from breast cancer each year in New Mexico

 Between 2000 and 2004, 39 New Mexico men were diagnosed with breast cancer

 There is a 98% survival rate among women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer

 There is 25% survival rate when breast cancer is detected in a later stage

 The most effective strategy for detecting early-stage breast cancer is a mammogram

 Hispanic and Native American women are most likely never to have a mammogram

 Women whose annual income is under $15,000 are 3X as likely to never have a mammogram

 Women with healthcare coverage are twice as likely to have mammograms

About the Central New Mexico Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure

The Central New Mexico Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure—along with those who generously support us with their talent, time and resources—is working to better the lives of those facing breast cancer in our community. We join more than 100,000 breast cancer survivors and activists around the globe as part of the world’s largest and most progressive grassroots network fighting breast cancer. Through events like the Komen Central New Mexico Race for the Cure, we have invested over $1M in local breast health and breast cancer awareness projects in Sandoval, Santa Fe, Bernalillo, Los Alamos, Valencia and Torrance counties. Up to 75 percent of net proceeds generated by the Komen Central New Mexico Affiliate stay in New Mexico. The remaining income goes to the national Susan G. Komen Award and Research Grant program for energizing science to find the cures. Join us by calling 505-265-4649 or visiting us online at www.komencnm.org.

Albququerque Isotopes game vs Grizzlies in Support of Susan G. Komen 8/8

Please Come out and support the Susan G. Komen Foundation

Breast Cancer Awareness Game with all proceeds goign to Susan G. Komen Foundation

Drawstring Backpack Night First 3,000 Fans

Pink Jersey Auction

Pre- Game Autograph Session Cottonwood Printing

Other ways to help are :

• Participate in a Race for the Cure ( New Mexico is October 10 @ Topes Park)
  
  
  
  • Find events in your area through the website & come out to show your support
  
  
  
  • Encourage Everyone to get annual mammograms
  
  
  
  • Lend an ear to a friend who has been effected by this disease
  
  
  
  • Offer your support by going to the follow-up visit if they have found a lump. This can be such a scary time & just having another person there can be very comforting.
  
  
  
  • Share your experience with others & answer their questions openly & honestly
  
  
  
  • WEAR PINK!

NM DIRECTOR
Susan Simons MNM, CFRE
Executive Director
Central New Mexico Affiliate
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
505-265-4649

Taos Fiestas

I was so excited to be asked to take part in the Taos Fiestas. My family and I had a blast as I walked the whole parade in a dress and heels but due to the rain didn't tkae much pictures. It was so nice seeing all the people out there. I am blessed that many went to support me. It was so nice to be with Tom Udall's float.

I even got to meet our running Gov Diane Denish who seemed like a very nice, genuine woman.

I hope everyone had fun.

For now I am out.

~Bernadette

Mrs International Pageant 2010

Wow What can I say I had the oppotunity to meet 52 Gorgeous, Accomplished and Loving women.

I had the time of my lifr and one of the best pageant experiences ever. OMG Mary the director was so wonderful in person even better than I expected or pictured.

Being with these women shring experience and insights has really made me realize why each of us choose to compete, have a platform, and go out there.

I believe that pageants are just beautiful women but what they have to offer each other and the world to make a difference. Being Mrs New Mexico International has really changed my life this year and made me a better person. It has truely giving me a reason to speak out for those who can't and fight back at life and enjoy those I love.

Although, I didn't take the crown or make the top 10 I have realized that yes we would all like to  be the winner but that isn't as improtant as knowning who you are representing what you feel passinoate about and enjoying your journey because no one can take your state title or what you have done to make a difference in the world now.

Lastly, Thank you to the International Pageant sytstem for this opportunity, letting me meet wonderful empowing women, and real understand why I like competing and being apart of a pageant sytsem and especially one that represets families.

Congratulations to Janene Falsone-Milks Mrs. New Mexico America 2010 !

She competed this Saturday June 19, 2010 for The 2010 Mrs. New Mexico America at the Albuquerque Journal Theatre In The Roy E. Disney Center for Performing Arts. She is from Albq, NM!

Miss New Mexico America 2010 is Madison Tabet from Bernalillo

Their were many beautiful and talented ladies competing this weekend for the title of Miss NM and only one came up on top Madison Tabet from Bernalillo NM.  She was contestant #5.

She is 19 years old, her platform is Building Artist through Domestic Violence, her talent was Jazz Dancing, And Attend Park Point University. Her favorite food is Chinese and secret wish is to live in the 1500's as an English Princess. 

Very remarkable and out going lady who will represent NM well in the Miss America Pageant in August. You go girl! Miss NM 2009 went out with complete class and a wonderul future ahead.