Tremendous Trips

The fantasy of traveling began at the age of 9 while living in Dominican Republic...

The Caribbean has a rich and complex culture, but also a long, horrid history of corruption and misrule. Moving back to New York City, made me realized there was more to life that I could possibly conquer, and so I have!

While modeling, came the introduction of what I like to call "Tremendous Trips". "Tremendous" meaning: The cultures, food, experience, people, breath of fresh air, nude beaches, cathedrals, bridges, music and arts! I will always remember my first time in Paris, one of the most beautiful places in the world! The only city you'll have 'bags of fun' shopping! And stroll along the famous... the elite... Eiffel Tower!

(Paris, Sept 2009)

(Belize, June 2008)

or Make Believe Belize (see photo) we can all agree, needs no introduction? It's very appealing, oh and my "word" it's just as magical below the water as it is above!

(Aruba, May 2010)

Famed for it's lavish lighthouse, powdery white sand beaches and sounds of the annual soul beach festival Aruba is the only place I felt like life was unreal. Taking it further across the pond, my second home: LONDON! Over a short period of time, this city has become increasingly important in my life. It reminds me of a smaller New York City; diverse and vibrant. I'm certain you all have that place you call "home away from home". Well, I've found "home away from home" in England. I'll confess the English accent turns me on; it plays in my head like a hot record on repeat!

Ritzy, chic, an all year-round idyllic retreat of 365 beaches! Goes to Antigua! Here you'll spend a tremendous amount of R&R surfing and swimming! Fun! Some asked, if I ever return to DR. Yes, of course. I make frequent trips to Domincan Republic. A visit there isn't complete without atleast jet-setting off to Haiti and or Puerto Rico, once! Enjoyed the DR sizzle, local cuisine's, refreshing coconut water in Haiti, and speaking Spanish in San Juan!

The Atlantis... is the most spectacular resort in Nassau, Bahamas! Over-looking the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea, lots of sunshine, such a spectacular setting. Before anything else, it's important to remember that if traveling isn't possible (for whatever reason) a tremendous trip can be a stroll to the local market and back. You're able to produce your own experience - how ever you wish. Fortunately enough we'll have one each day, on our way to work. or school. or photoshoot session (me). What have you noticed? Look around. Explore. Take Photos. Where you live is beautiful! It might not be heavenly, only Amsterdam can be that. (laughs)

Nobody knows your world better than you do, I only wish to share mine.



with Love Light &. Balance

! Hello &. Welcome !

As I reflect back I cannot help but measure my life and my growth, as I share some the lessons I learned... thus far! Each of us withold an inner voice that guides us into truth. Some of us may call it "intuition" while other's will say it's their "first mind". I have learned through serious trial and error to pay more attention to that voice, while I strive to not let ego, fear or desire keep me from heeding it's wisdom. If it doesn't feel right, I don't get near it. This includes people, places, or things! Neither should you, dear friends of mine!

Leaving the past behind... Whatever happens today that I consider less than memorable, I let it go right after it occurred or maybe by mid-night. For me each day represents a beginning of an opportunity for all that you desire. I greet each day with anticipation for all positive awaiting to happen and much gratitude. I believe firmly that we're all covered by Jehovah, Allah, God's (whomever ever you believe the higher force is) protection and I relax comfortably in that thought.

You never know whom you may need, or whose pardon you may have to beg. I've learned to close the door on those relationships that either one way or another didn't work, but never have I slammed it. The person you cuss at, or wish horrid things upon might be the nurse you might need later that week.

Most importantly I'm enjoying and still learning that life is a journey! It's important to discover the lesson in the bruises and scrapes that often are designed to help us grow and become the person we are all intended to be.

May this, my first official blog end with a tid bit of inspiration to lighten up your day and may the connection between you and I begin!


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WBM Welcomes RoseMarie Reyes To The Team

As 2010 is more than half-way over! And 2011 stands ready to burst in, we at Why Blue Matters stand in awe of all the blessings God has given us. There's so much more to come, as the we have the rest of the year ahead of us. Why Blue Matter has been kept alive again and again, in the midst of many storms. As a team we have survived and risen above the expected waves of challenge, which isn't usual in the pursuit of a dream.

Today, we are honored to add an exceptional young woman to our team. Why Blue Matters, welcomes; RoseMarie Reyes as our lifestyle expert. She'll cover fashion, beauty, and personal development on a weekly basis.

Look forward to wonderful, yet conversational insights and helpful recommendations to make who we are and how we live just a little bit better.

Introducing...

Another phenomenal reason Why Blue Matters.

Beauty & Beyond With RoseMarie Reyes

Beauty is as beauty does. We're not remembered by what we
looked like but how we behaved and changed the lives of others.
-Cristina Carlino

Not too long ago, we had a chat with the bedazzling, temptress-meets-caramelized angelic face with the body to match. Her teeny-tiny calves extend several miles up to tiny thighs, which eventually meet up with a small but shapely Latin tush, which swivels with her hips below her fat-free waistline and real perky breast. Yes, we are talking about RoseMarie Reyes! She's back!!!

Reyes recently signed a major deal with a skincare line and is ready to clear rumors as to why she shut-the-doors of the urban market good-bye!

[As Told To Why Blue Matters]

We hear you've signed a deal with Flo' Claire Skincare. Congratulations! How important is it for you as a model to take care of your skin?

RoseMarie Reyes: Thanks WBM! being a model, looking after my skin is always a top priority of mine. There are makeup artists at the shoots, that'll treat your skin; but ultimately it's my responsibility to show up with a clean slate. Maintaining flawless skin means everything to me, my face has been my selling point through-out my modeling career; not a darn boob-job nor or a butt-implant (I don't have either)!

We're curious what ethnicity do people think you are?

RoseMarie Reyes: I love it when people come up to me and ask, "What are you?" I've heard everything African-American, Black, Puerto Rican, Asian-Mixed, Brazilian. Some people hit it right on "you're Dominican."

Those whom guessed it, it's probably because they heard you speak? In previous conversation we've have noticed a mixed accent of "Latin/Brooklyn"...

RoseMarie Reyes: Hahaha. It's true-if I'm comfortable, it comes out. It depends who I'm around, if I'm working or if I'm just hanging out in my hometown (Brooklyn).

Speaking about mixed nationalities and accents, do you believe in mixing business and pleasure?

RoseMarie Reyes: There’s bound to be love on and off-camera because models, actors, artists, etc. work closely on set together pulling 8-16 hours a day with each other, you spend such close time with each other and everyone is really pretty and very attractive. People just tend to gravitate towards each other. I don't believe that you walk-into a shoot and say, "Today I plan on mixing both"... That's not what happens!

On her devotion in-front of the camera; and even after post editing...

RoseMarie Reyes: I’m a control freak and am retarded about having everything the way I want it in terms of make-up, styling, and even re-touching! I will sit in the editing room with the photographer super-vising him, lol and won’t let anyone see the final images until I'm sure that my expectations are met. Then I’ll let my agents/mgr judge it. I’m not going to feel comfortable [with people] criticizing it unless I satisfy myself first.

In the past, rumors have swirled that you were no longer of interest to the urban market because you refused to enhance your assets? RoseMarie is there any truth in those "rumors"?

RoseMarie Reyes: I have no idea where and how these rumors began to circulate. Leaving the urban-market was by choice, I could still be in today if I wanted to. My ambitions and aspirations in life were bigger than simply watching myself in a video, or posing for a men's publication in little to no clothing. Not knocking the females that do it; many of them I know! Personally it wasn't my thing.

How different is life here in New York different, than back home?

RoseMarie Reyes: My parents are from Santiago, 2nd largest city in the Dominican Republic. I never lived there; but from my annual summer vacation I was able to learn how life there is. People are really slow there, they have work half a day and then go to the beach. They have time. Here in the big city people spend their time thinking about work and about money; they don't give some value to friendships, families, and relationships which can be depressing.



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