So in case all my ten fans out there (mom & family) have been wondering where I've been the last week from NEWS CENTER, my fiancé Elise and I took some time to journey westward and visit my cousins in California. 

I haven't been back to Cali since going to school at Cal State San Bernardino almost two years ago. Since then my cousin Kierra and her husband Bobby had a baby who turned 11 months-old while we were out there. The trip was relaxing and full of incredible food... literally my pants were busting at the seams the entire time I was so full. From true Mexican to one of my favorite Frozen Yogurt places, "Cherry on Top." I think we stopped by to get froyo (frozen yogurt) at least once a day! While the food was great, and the scenery gorgeous, what really made the trip worth while was spending time with family.

The video I admit is lengthy, but jamming my whole week into a few minutes is not easy!

Volunteers are needed to train as Advocates for Sexual Assault Response Services of Southern Maine’s (SARSSM) 24-hour Crisis & Support Line.

Applications are now being taken for a free training session, beginning Wednesday May 4th, and concluding Wednesday May 25th. Held on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m., and two Saturdays, May 7th and 21st 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the 40-hour comprehensive training covers topics such as: the brain’s response to trauma; communication and listening skills; and victim advocacy.  “If you are someone who is willing to listen, who wants to have a rewarding experience, who cares and who wants to make a difference, this is a wonderful opportunity,” says Charlene Powell, SARSSM’s Crisis & Support Line Manager.

The 24-hour Crisis & Support Line assists callers in York and Cumberland counties. Volunteer Advocates work from home, have flexible hours, choose their shifts and do not need any experience.