Sumaira McCloud

If you are from a family who is not first generation American, you can maybe recall a time where you or someone you know had to go through witnessing a parent not support their child's decision(s). Whether it was  school, spouse, job, or sexual orientation, it's a common problem that many young Americans go through. I consider this situation a problem, because I personally believe all problems have solutions. Is there a solution to this heartbreaking reality? In my opinion, Yes. Although everyone does desire the approval of someone they respect and love (parent, role model, guardian), sometimes we must take a step back and question a few things first. 1) Is the reason for this unsupportive person a legit/sense-able reason? 2) Is there something that can be changed on my part to solve the issue? 3) Am I hurting anyone? 4) If I consider changing my behavior or attitude, will this benefit me, or will this benefit someone else? 5) What really matters in the end? My happ

What is growing up to you? Is it having a child? Changing your lifestyle? Owning your own things? Realizing right from wrong and choosing right? Saying no to yourself? What is it? Growing up is different to each individual. No two people can argue when one believes they have grown. Why? Because when someone is saying they have grown up, they are measuring their own life habits and lifestyles, and noticing the differnet steps they've taken. Whether the change is agreeing with your own definition or not doesn't matter. Lately, I catch myself thinking "Wow, I've really grown up" when it comes to specific situations that I have dealt with in the past. My outcome and decisions on how to go about certain things has drastically changed. Is it better? I think so. One very big portion is the fact that I care less what others have to say about my life. That can be taken as a good thing, or a bad thing, depending on who am I referring to. I say it's a good thing.

I was watching one of my favorite shows last night, Tough Love Miami , hosted by Steve Ward , and the it was the eighth episode. Each week there is a theme or topic covered, and this week it was Lying . I was really inspired to write/blog/make a video on this topic, because I think it's one topic everyone will be interested in, both men and women . So, we know everyone lies. What do you personally consider appropriate? When is lying okay? Is lying okay? Is the truth always better ? Something to consider: Many people tell white lies to avoid hurting someone's feelings, especially someone the person cares for. So are white lies okay? Are they better than the harsh truth? Here are some examples. Someone takes hours to cook a meal for you and they are very excited to finally have you sit and eat. You take one bite and realize it lacks flavor , taste and all the things you need in order to enjoy a meal.  Do you sit there and make a face and tell the truth, &qu

Oh, blog! I've missed writing! I recently got into video making on YouTube and I completely neglected my blog. Sad face. Never again! So, I was watching one of my favorite shows today, Millionaire Matchmaker . It's basically this woman, Patti, who's job is to find millionaires love, who seek it. They come to her and tell her what they are looking for in a partner and why their last relationships failed . She gets all the info she needs, has a team of people who find people in the area with those qualities, and then they all interview random men/women and pick the people she thinks are best fit for the millionaire. It's a very good show, because it's entertaining to see whether or not she makes the match. Nine times out of ten, she is succesful. I like it also, because some people honestly don't know what they want and waste her time and she holds back no verbal feelings and lets loose. It's pretty hilarious! So, anyway, my point in explain