This is Gods way of telling me that I have the ability to continue my race and pursue my goals and it won’t be long before I reach the stars. I must have faith, however, to believe in my dreams.

God gives each of us gifts and blesses us with the ability to fulfill our Journey in life – but if we fall asleep at the wheel, we will never be able to foresee what could have been.  We may never know how valuable our ability is and how it can make a difference in our lives and the lives of others.  We may never know our Dream-Ability!

If you feel that you have lost your ability – stop feeling that way and look at the positive side – you can never lose your Dream-Ability – no matter what! Oh, we may lose some abilities, but we are still capable of fulfilling the gifts that God has given us.

It is up to us to strengthen our abilities.  But in order to do this, we must be accountable for our actions and do what is in front of us. We need to finish projects and accomplish goals. Take each day in stride and use your ability to fulfill your dreams and goals.

We must develop commitment, trust and integrity, and this gives us the ability to command positive results. We must identify our own individual creativity and develop spiritual care and compassion to enhance and build relationships.

Learn to accept advice and criticism and do not take things personally.  Although, and I know, it is difficult. When I am met with a challenging situation, I tell myself it is the enemy not wanting me to succeed or use God’s gifts.  Then I turn my focus on how far I have come and the support I have received and I am rejuvenated. Sometimes, I have to do this daily.

We must not let anything block our faith or steal our dreams.  We must stay excited even when the road gets rocky. And we must remember to thank those that stand by us and want us to succeed, because you will find there aren’t many people who will support us no matter what.

When we start off strong we must maintain the same mentality, no matter whom or what tries to bring us down. However, the key is to “Walk by Faith” and finish stronger!

If you have a dream in your heart like I do – do not give up! If you stumble and fall – do not let go of the wheel. Continue on your road to success, in spite of the roadblocks you encounter.

You have the God-given ability to do it. There are times when you want to walk away, but look around and see what God has done for you and who he has brought into your life.  Some may lie, cheat and steal, but God sees all this and our job is to keep working faithfully.

Before I close, I want to share something very important – when fearful, lost and/or depressed – ask God for courage, direction and healing.  Do not hold in your tears, let them flow. You are beautiful and have the ability to be strong, courageous and faithful – You have Dream-Ability!

I pray this was helpful to you and remember: “to keep the faith you must walk by faith and not by sight!” Have a safe, fun summer and keep your children close to you. – Brandy Lopez

LFTV and IFNotes – by Michael Arellano

LFTV visited Austin to interview Randy Caballero of Grupo X and Paul Soronski of Rock Army Records, who together, with some of Tejano’s most renowned artists, produced ResurrXtion.

RusurreXtion is worth the weight of its collaborating musicians, mixing great rhythm with cool grooves, Xelencia remakes, Latin and Cumbia Rock and, of course, Tejano – to create a new and hip CD for the Tejano music market.  But it is much more than that.

Recorded at Studio Masters, Blue Cat and Rock Army Records – this CD includes collaborating musicians: Isreal “Speedy” Villanueva, Randy and Al Caballero, Rick Fuentes, Chris Perez, Jason Touchette, Adam Mosqueda, Alex Geisner, Jesse Perales, Lonnie LaLane, Noah Mosgofian and Mike Mulligan.

Guest singers include Hugo Guerrero, Jason Touchette, Chris “Q”, Rick Fuentes and the “Don” of Tejano, “El Gato Negro,” Ruben Ramos.

X members are legendary in their own right, but together, they created a CD which includes the influences of La Mafia, Xelencia, Ruben Ramos, Fandango USA, Altar Boys, War, Chris Perez and Podunk – all mastered by Randy Miller. The CD was engineered by Caballero, Soroski and Joe Trevino – Need I say more!

Alas, Frank Gomez played his final performance to a full house in Austin’s Baby A’s.  It was bittersweet but Gomez felt they had to “move on to move up!” Thanks Liz and Frank for the VIP treatment – we love you guys! For band and booking information, go to www.FrankGomez.com.

Look for the upcoming interviews of Grupo X and Frank Gomez on LFTV.

LFTV videos can be seen on John Leguizamo’s Urbano TV, Blip.TV, Youtube and 210 Tv.  Go to www.LatinFusionTV.com and click on one of the channels in the left column.

Don’t forget to Ask Brandy Lopez about The Power of IF!

Take Care, God Bless and Cool Runnings, Mon – Michael Arellano

Brandy Lopez and Michael Arellano are the Executive Producers of LFTV and IF.  LFTV has more than 200,000 visits in 5 months and more than 2 million hits in the last year. Covering community and culture, “we highlight people not parties!”

As the days get closer to Christmas, I stop and wonder:  What goes on in everyone’s  mind?

People rushing to get holiday shopping done on time and preparing for Christmas Dinner, perhaps holiday party’s with co-workers and exchanging gifts.

I have always enjoyed watching everyone feeling so merry and cheerful when the holidays come around.

It’s funny, because I used to be that person, always wanting to give to my family and even those I didn’t know.  I have always felt that if I was going to have a warm Christmas I wanted other families with children to have the same.

This year has been tough for a lot of us, and perhaps there are some of us that don’t know how to deal with it.

There was a time when I was always able to help others with financial relief and did so without hesitation.

Today it is different, I am unable to give as freely as I used to, yet my holidays will be okay.  I plan to spend this Holiday Season with Angels and Family.

I ask Jesus Christ to surround me  with all his beautiful Angels and with their strong wings to lift me up in spirit, and continue to bring that smile to my face, even when I know times are tough.

I must focus on what the Holidays are about :  It’s preparing me for the Birth of Jesus Christ on Christmas Day.

What I am trying to share with you is that no matter how hard things may seem, when it feels like everything is crumbling around you – you must remember that you are not alone.

You are surrounded by Angels  and they are lifting you up in Spirit.  You can find them all around you if you take the time to see them.

Be thankful for what you have and even for what you don’t have.

I am Thankful for my love for Christ and my Family, and friends that really care.  I love you just like Jesus Christ loves me and Jesus loves you too.

So I say to you: Thank You for all you have done for me, and not allowing me to give up my dreams.  This alone will make my Holiday brighter.

I hope you spend this Holiday Season with Angels and Family, and may it be merry and cheerful.

May your Holiday Season be warm and full of love, and the Greatest Gift you receive is knowing that God makes the impossible – Possible!

Happy Holidays to you and your Family,

Brandy Lopez

“We walk by Faith and not by Sight”

Well, this past weekend, we were a part of  a three day event that started with the Tejano Music National Convention (TMNC) and the National Council of La Raza (NCLR) weekend exhibits.  The evenings had their own Gran Bailes that featured several Tejano Artist performing for all of the guests that were here in San Antonio to celebrate this Huge Pachanga.

The weekend culminated for us with the 30th Annual Tejano Music Awards and the 6th Annual Tejano Academy Awards, combined and produced by LatinPointe out of Lenexa, Kansas.

As I prepared for the Tejano Music Awards on Sunday, I wondered what goes through the minds of those that were nominated.  I then asked myself  how I would feel.

Well, I know I would be excited and happy and, of course, nervous. And to know that it was the fans that nominated is a bigger reward.

I respect all people in the music industry.  Those who work so many hours on their music and dedicate themselves to a gift that was given to them by God.  Because it is God who gives the voice to sing and the ability to play an instrument.

That, to me, is the best Award anyone could possibly receive.  I congratulate all the nominees and all of the Winners for using God’s gifts in such a manner to be nominated in the first place.

To this weekends nominees and winners: Thank you for keeping La Onda Tejana alive and moving.  I thank all the Artist, those that were there and those that couldn’t make it.  My hat goes off to all of you for such a great job in bringing us beautiful music.

I enjoy listening to the music and meeting new artists and I truly applaud you.  You are the future and we are here  to support you.  I look forward to the day you receive your award.

But for now I want to say:  And the Award goes to…….. You!!

I award you for giving us what we love to hear. Here are some tips for you:

1. Keep up the great work and God will shower you with Abundance;
2. Stay Humble and focused;
3. Persevere and don’t give up on your dream – more people appreciate it than you know;
4. Don’t forget what it took to get you there; and
5. Pass it on!

Now I want to thank a few people: Thank You to David and Sarah Chavez who brought the awards under one Umbrella; Texas Talent Musician Association’s (TTMA)  Robert Arellano & Frank Salazar for their continued service; thirty years, Tejano Academy for your great support, The 30 years of the Tejano Music Awards; our good friend, Abby Chavarilla, who always remembers us, and all of the volunteers that help make this event successful.  All of this could not have happened without your help and support.

Special thanks to Jesse Mascorro of Best Buy Musical Instruments and Best Buy for letting us share the spotlight and host their stage at the exhibit. It was fun, fun fun!

So now I present the award and this Award goes to…..You! All of you!!!

We had a wonderful time and look forward to next year!

Be Blessed and remember that the Biggest and Greatest Award that we all receive is the gift that God gives us….whatever it may be.

Amor Y Paz

Brandy Lopez

“We walk by Faith and not by Sight”

I sometimes find myself  so busy working on so many other projects, just wanting to do the best that I can. Iam one of those persons that can be set on determination and motivation , that one way or another it is going to work it self out. and yes I can be stubborn and not give up, I have never been one to start a project and then give up because it didn’t work, and then jump to the next it takes time and great effort with a strong team to make it happen.

I have faith and God gives me the determination and motivation to do the things He knows are right for me, it may not happen today or tomorrow,but it will Happen.

I share this with you because my mind just sometimes goes a hundred miles per hour and I wonder how can I make a difference in helping others with their dreams and goals in life. How can I reach out to the person living in a cardboard box who thinks  they have no determination  and or motivation to change their lives.

Well there’s always hope! and you have to reach out and grab it, stand on your two feet with your head held high and say this is the day that God has given me to be determined and motivated!

We all struggle with this at times and I speak for myself, but because my faith is so Strong I continue to Go!

Iam not a writer , but I share with you what I feel in my heart and sometimes I feel that is, the best Cup of  Soup from the Soul.

Till next time take care !

“We Walk By Faith and Not By Sight”

Brandy Lopez