My Valentines Day

My Valentines day went very well. As you may know, this was the first Valentines day as a married man. It was a bit different than when Jackie and I were dating. It felt more relaxed than years past. There's nothing "expected" as most people freak out about come this time of the year. She did want something, but it was spending time with me, rather than just doing something for her. I think a lot of people loose sight of that on holidays like Valentines day. It's about the loved ones you surround yourself with, not the things you surround yourself with. I know that sound kinda cliche, but it's true. 

We where supposed to go and hang out with Jackie's cousin and her husband, but something ended up falling through. Anyway, we decided to cook dinner, steaks to be exact. I entered the store the same side as the card isles are located. The scene was almost comical. There must of been over 20 guys there in the isle looking for a last minute gift. It made me want to take a picture (now that I think of it, I should of). I started thinking of how shallow people are starting to become. Maybe it's been so long that I've forgotten what it's like to be in those guys' shoes, but I don't know. I thought of how lucky I am to have a wife who's most desired gift on Valentines day is my time. I bought food and treats that I was confident Jackie would enjoy. Keep in mind that this was last minute as well, but it was different. I wasn't stressing out about what she would think of what I was doing for her. All I could think about was having the opportunity to spend time with my wife. I don't know who of you is reading this, but if you have a girlfriend/boyfriend, but show them the love you have for them, not how much your relationship is worth with a present. If your relationship is based on what you can get out of it, your headed in a deadly direction. Try viewing you relationship on how you can be a value to your loved one. It may be hard at first, but it will definitely pay off in the long run. Hope you all had a great V-Day!

-Ryan

St. Baldricks Foundation Fundraiser

I am partaking in an event in Las Cruces known as St. Baldricks. This is a non profit organization that helps raise money for cancer patients and their families. The provide funds for cancer research as well as to families for medication expenses, doctor appointments, treatments, and even simple living necessities that are often taken for granted. In this event, I will be volunteering my head! I, as well as other participants, will be shaving their heads in honor of those who are fighting cancer, and those who are no longer with us. I am shaving my head in honor of my little brother Kevin. You can find out more about my brother by clicking Here. I am asking for supporters to join me in fighting this disease. You can do so by clicking the link below. I pray that you would consider donating to this foundation if you are able. To find out more about the St. Bladricks Foundation, please visit the link below.

About St. Baldricks

St. Baldricks PSA

Ryan St. Baldricks Page

In Faith,

-Ryan

My First Blog

What's up inter-web, you probably don't know who I am so let me introduce myself. I'm Ryan, a 20 year old college student from Las Cruces, New Mexico. I've been married for 8 months and 11 days now, and I love my wife with all of my heart and soul. She gives me strength that seemed to have escaped me in the past. I attend New Mexico State University and I'm seeking a Bachelor's Degree in Creative Media. When I graduate, I hope to make films or documentaries. Films and the process of making them, are my passion. I also love music very much. I play guitar, but I haven't picked it up in a while (I feel guilty for that, because I think God has blessed me with talent for that and I've been letting it go to waste). I also like to make beats on my Mac. I love Rock, Soul, Motown, Country, heck even some Electronica. I'll listen to pretty much anything, but the genre that I hold above these (not high above, but high enough that it needs mentioning) is Hip-Hop. Not the Hip-Hop that you would hear on popular radio stations or MTV, but Underground Hip-Hop. Thats where the real lyrical talent is, not the shallow things of the "Music Scene" of today. But more of this in another post.

With this blog, I hope tell the world who I am. I want my words to inspire those who read them. I want to be able to be real with you and tell you what's on my mind. I want others to know the insights that rest in the depths of my brain. What a better place than the internet right? In front of the whole world for everyone to see. Thank you very much for letting me introduce myself.