In The End, We Only Regret The Chances We Didn’t Take

Every chance taken is a story waiting to be lived. -Wilson Alvarez Do you have regrets in life? If so, you’re not alone. Most people carry regrets, often related to missed chances. Looking back, many of us realize that fear held us back from living life to the fullest...

Sling Shot

Once Saved, Always Saved: The Strength in Struggle and the Assurance for Our Children When the question arises about losing salvation, I am often asked by friends to share my thoughts. It’s a difficult question for me to answer because everyone’s experience and motive...

Fill Your Life with Experiences, Not Things

True wealth isn’t in what we have, but in the stories we live and share. - Wilson Alvarez South Florida is brimming with beauty—luxurious homes, fast cars, high fashion, stunning art, and glittering jewelry. These material items are part of what draws people to this...

Pleasing Everyone Isn’t Success

Pleasing everyone is impossible; pleasing yourself is liberating. -Wilson Alvarez Success is a puzzle with many pieces, but failure often has a clear culprit: trying to please everyone. It’s something many of us struggle with, myself included. This people-pleasing...

Respect Starts with You

The respect you give yourself sets the tone for every relationship. -Wilson Alvarez Introduction: We all want to be respected, but have you ever stopped to ask yourself: do I respect myself? The way you treat yourself sets the standard for how others will treat you....

Do It Right the First Time

The easiest way to avoid redoing is to start with excellence. -Wilson Alvarez Introduction: Mistakes are part of life, but some are avoidable. When given a task, you have two options: do it right or do it again. Taking the time to do things properly the first time...

Ask, and It Might Be Yours

Asking is the first step toward the life you want. -Wilson Alvarez Introduction: How many times have you held back from asking for something you wanted? Fear of rejection, insecurity, or overthinking can stop us from speaking up. But here’s the thing: the answer is...

Change Starts Within

You can’t force change, but you can inspire it by leading yourself.” -Wilson Alvarez Introduction: We’ve all been there—wishing someone would change their ways or see things our way. But here’s the truth: you can’t change others. It’s not just ineffective; it’s also...

Not the End Yet

Every storm leaves behind the seeds of new beginnings. -Wilson Alvarez "It’s Not Over Until It’s Right" Introduction: Life has its ups and downs. Sometimes, things feel overwhelming, and it seems like there’s no way out. But if you hold on, you’ll see that every...

The Road to Success is Always Under Construction

Success is a road under construction; every detour builds strength and resilience. -Wilson Alvarez Success is something you achieve with determination, persistence, and hard work. If you've ever set and reached a significant goal, you know the effort it takes to get...
A New Year’s Reflection: Promises, Dreams, and Growth

A New Year’s Reflection: Promises, Dreams, and Growth

Material possessions can be replaced; the lessons we teach our children cannot. - Wilson Alvarez It was January 2, 2011—a day that began with a quiet conversation with my son, NeneWil. He had turned 14 just months before, born on August 13, 1996. This New Year’s...

New York City 2001

New York City 2001

September 11, 2001: A Day That Changed the World and Our Lives September 11, 2001, is etched into history as one of the most devastating days, not just for America but for the entire world. It altered the course of global events, reshaped national security policies,...