Michelle Cruz-Rosado's Blog, page 15
September 30, 2011
October – A Month of Awareness
The Pink and Purple ribbon, representing Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, as is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. After finding the strength to move on from over a decade of physical and emotional abuse from the hands of an ex-boyfriend, I decided to share my story of survival in my co-authored book, "Pursuing Your Destiny"; where I emerge from a victim to a victor of domestic violence.
For years I hid the scars of this painful relationship from co-workers and friends – even family. Then I came across the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence site, and realized – I would never be able to leave unless I found the confidence and acceptance of inner strength to finally walk away - for good.
There is no secret to the suffering domestic violence brings, but awareness of one's ability to move forward with peace and understanding will always reign over ignorance and judgment.
September 15, 2011
A Visit to the 9/11 Memorial – A Decade Later
After years of healing after the tragedy of September 11, I made the conscious decision to visit the 9/11 Memorial, where the Towers once stood.
My husband and I met with Alex, a curator for the Memorial and presented her with the original photo I had taken of the Towers just days before the attack, along with our book, "Pursuing Your Destiny". As promised, Alex gave us a pass to visit the site. We needed to act quickly; the rain clouds began rolling in and I wasn't going to miss this opportunity.
Our guest passes enabled us to get us past the visitors standing in line, and by 1:15pm we were at the entrance of the memorial. Just then, the sky opened and it began to pour.
As I beheld the beautifully engraved names of friends who perished a decade ago, my heart began to beat uncontrollably. Tears of sorrow flowed down my cheeks as I ran my fingers across their names. "Eileen…Ivan…Robert…Ryan," I sobbed. I stood there, in a place I had not been in ten years, but at a place of peace. It was finally time to move on.
September 10, 2011
Interview with BBC Radio
Today I appeared on BBC Radio for interview hosted by Richard Cartridge, Radio Solent. In all the times I've been asked to tell my story, it was comforting to hear others tell their story as well.
My interview with Mr. Cartridge begins around the 15:00 mark. A BIG thank you to BBC Radio for giving me the opportunity for my voice to be heard around the world.
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August 31, 2011
Open Call Placing Twin Towers Around the World Announces Jurors as Sep 2nd Deadline Approaches
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
As the September 2nd deadline approaches for the Twin Towers Go Global 10th anniversary open call – a competition where people helpus imagine the Twin Towers rebuilt around the world, we are proud to announce the confirmed jury participation of photographer Jonathan Hyman; 9/11 listserv "Cybrarian" Arnold Korotkin; 9/11 survivor and published author Michelle Cruz Rosado; Ken Gardner, co-designer of the Twin Towers II project backed by Donald Trump and 92% of the votes in a 2009 MSNBC poll; Yes Men founders Andy Bichlbaum and Mike Bonanno; and last but not least, tireless co-founders of the grassroots organization Twin Towers Alliance, Margaret Donovan and Richard Hughes. Jurors yet to confirm with us, but already invited, are Former Mayor of New York City Rudolph Giuliani; businessman and outspoken supporter of rebuilding the Twin Towers, Donald Trump; Colbert Nation's Stephen Colbert; and Fox News anchor Megyn Kelly. Resident artist Jessye McDowell, and Duke University professor Pedro Lasch, whose idea of rebuilding the Towers around the world in 2001 inspired the formation of Twin Towers Go Global in 2006, will also serve on the jury as representatives of the organization.
June 1, 2011
Speaking for the first time on a 9/11 Anniversary…
As a professional speaker I've had the opportunity to share my message of hope, peace and awareness with audiences around the world. One day of the year of which I never professionally speak is on the anniversary of 9/11/01. As we approach the 10th anniversary of the tragedy, however, I've made the conscious decision to break the silence.
March 22, 2011
Cultivating, Creating, Discovering…
Pursuing Your Destiny - How to Overcome Adversity and Achieve Your Dreams
In the last few months I've engulfed myself into spirituality, continuously in search of a way to "discover" enlightenment by reading books such as "Zen Miracles," by Brenda Shoshanna and,"The Heart of the Buddha's Teaching," by Thich Nhat Hanh, just to name a few. What I did discover, however, is that all the content in the world will never amount to the wealth of knowledge obtained by one's own life experience. Read more…
December 9, 2010
Association of Minnesota Counties has 9/11 Survivor, Michelle Rosado as their closing keynote speaker
On December 8th 9/11 survivor Michelle Rosado had the pleasure of being the closing keynote speaker at the AMC (Association of Minnesota Counties) Annual Conference in St. Cloud, MN.
Michelle calmly took the stage and proceeded to share her personal story of survival from the terrorist attacks of 9/11/01 to district and county leaders of Minnesota.
Following her story Michelle continued her speech with messages of empowerment and living with an absence of ego. "It was truly an unforgettable experience to connect with people of such caliber," she said.
Michelle finished her speech with a message from her heart, "It's your time, it's my time, but more importantly, it's our time to be the change you wish to see."
