Nana's Tamales- Catering by Michelle Ann

Nana's Tamales- Catering by Michelle Ann New Mexico Style*Authentic*Award Winning*Meaty*Moist*Flavorful*All Homemade from scratch*Gourmet Tamales*Caterers*Not Just Tamales OOPS!

Coming soon to The Kitchen Station

Tuesday, January 06, 2015 - The Story: I never planned on going back into the restaurant business, being that I had a restaurant in Texas, and I felt my kids needed me more since they were very little at the time, however I DID know cooking was a part of me and in my soul through my Nana and my Mother, who have both passed away. I simply LOVE cooking and I'm ext

remely PASSIONATE about New Mexico Style Food. I don't claim to know everything, however the things I do cook I know WELL! And that's the foods my Mother, Rita taught me. Flavors of New Mexico like when she was a little girl in Roswell, with a family of 15 siblings. I remember being a little girl, my Dad had passed away and it was only my Mom and my 2 siblings, and the school bus would leave me off, on the next block, and I could SMELL her cooking all the way home. I'd be soooo hungry I'd come running... it was her way of showing us LOVE. We didn't have much materially, however we had a Mother who LOVED us, and I knew she put her heart into everything she made for us. So fast forward.... I've been here in Temecula as Realtor (been licensed since 1992) and it's the only job that worked well for me being a Mother of 7, yes 7... so I got back into the Real Estate Business here, and I didn't have much to offer anyone as far as thanking them when I first started, EXCEPT for my love and appreciation. In example: in Real Estate I expressed my THANK YOU by giving them tamale dinners, or by catering their house warming party at close of escrow... for my kids teachers at school...as a THANK YOU for teaching my children, I appreciate YOU, for church functions and events...a lot of times for PEOPLE OFF THE STREETS ASKING FOR MONEY... I'D GIVE THEM my FOOD... NO ONE SHOULD BE HUNGRY, AND EVERYONE DESERVES THE BEST DARN TAMALES EVER! I wanted to make everyone smile with my Mom's cooking that I enjoyed growing up! I just gave from my heart the only thing I knew would make them smile... my food because it's what my Mother gave when she had nothing to give but her LOVE when someone would come hungry at her door. So time and time again when the word Tamales came up, my friends and clients would refer me, next thing you know it... I'm all over Temecula Talks raving fans and wonderful sincere reviews, being referred over and over, my name in head lights and ultimately getting reported to E.Health.... amazing on one hand and not so good on the other which is when I knew there was NO WAY TO STOP. I was so grateful to E.H for getting an anonymous tip that I was not permitted to be giving my tamales away to the public or taking orders and as much as my clients, fans and friends thought they were doing good, I got cited. I wasn't doing it for money, anyone who makes tamales, even the NOT SO GOOD ONE'S knows there is NO profit in Tamales, alone! A blessing in disguise, it lit a fire under my feet to NOT QUIT BECAUSE THINGS GET HARD or SOMEONE IS HATING ON ME, TRUST ME, THAT'S NOT THE FIRST TIME, LOL and TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM...GOD GIFTED ME WITH THIS TALENT, HE CAN ONLY TAKE IT AWAY, NO ONE ELSE CAN! SO I'M GETTING PERMITTED SO THAT ALL MY CLIENTS AND FANS CAN RAVE ABOUT ME ALL THEY WANT AND REFER ME TO WHOMEVER THEY WANT!!! I WILL START OFF SLOWLY BY USING A CATERING KITCHEN, GET MY CATERING PERMIT, SO I CAN SELL TO THE PUBLIC FREELY. Working around my schedule for my children DOING WHAT I LOVE TO DO.... COOK FOR YOU ALL! I hope to SEE you all on my GRAND OPENING in support of NANA'S TAMALES! MY MOTHER -NANA 2 WOULD BE SO PROUD! COMING REAL SOON (VALENTINE'S DAY-A DAY FULL OF LOVE, SOUNDS GOOD TO ME? Hmmm? )

Nana's Tamales exclusively @ The Kitchen Station

27452 Jefferson Ave Suite B-1

Temecula, Ca 92590

You'll be able to call in your orders and pick up or get it delivered.... Menu to be posted soon. 951 337 8814

Love, Michelle
Photo: Coming soon to The Kitchen Station Tuesday, January 06, 2015 - The Story: I never planned on going back into the restaurant business, being that I had a restaurant in Texas, and I felt my kids needed me more since they were very little at the time, however I DID know cooking was a part of me and in my soul through my Nana and my Mother, who have both passed away. So fast forward.... I've now been here in Temecula for the past 7 years, as Realtor (been licensed since 1992) and it's the only job that worked well for me being a Mother of 7, yes 7... so I got back into the Real Estate Business here, and I didn't have much to offer anyone as far as thanking them when I first started, EXCEPT for my love and appreciation. In example: in Real Estate I expressed my THANK YOU by giving them tamale dinners, or by catering their house warming party at close of escrow... for my kids teachers at school...as a THANK YOU for teaching my children, I appreciate YOU, for church functions, festivals, and events...a lot of times for PEOPLE OFF THE STREETS ASKING FOR MONEY... I'D GIVE THEM my FOOD... NO ONE SHOULD BE HUNGRY, AND EVERYONE DESERVES THE BEST DARN TAMALES EVER! A blessing in disguise, it lit a fire under my feet to NOT QUIT BECAUSE THINGS GET HARD or SOMEONE IS HATING ON ME, TRUST ME, THAT'S NOT THE FIRST TIME, LOL. It was just for me TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM. GOD GIFTED ME WITH THIS TALENT, ONLY HE CAN TAKE IT AWAY, NO ONE ELSE CAN! Hmmm? ) Nana's Tamales exclusively @ The Kitchen Station 27452 Jefferson Ave Suite B-1 Temecula, Ca 92590 You'll be able to call in your orders and pick up or get it delivered.... Menu to be posted soon. 951 337 8814 Love, Michelle

My restaurant for sale! Now ~ please share🙏🏼☕️👍🏼 28286 Old Town Front StTemecula Ca 92590 1200 sq foot with grease trap ...
02/22/2025

My restaurant for sale!
Now ~ please share🙏🏼☕️👍🏼

28286 Old Town Front St
Temecula Ca 92590

1200 sq foot with grease trap as is ready to go!

Text for information to realtor. 951-337-8814

Pork, chicken or Chile n cheese and variety of sweets minimum 6 pieces Text 951-337-8814 for today’s pick up Temecula Or...
02/21/2025

Pork, chicken or Chile n cheese and variety of sweets minimum 6 pieces
Text 951-337-8814 for today’s pick up Temecula

Or see you
Saturday Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market 8-12:30


$30 half dozen 🫔
$45 full dozen 🫔
(One kind no mixing)

$55 mix n match 🫔

Payment options
Zelle
Venmo
Apple pay
Must be paid before I cook. 👩🏻‍🍳

I need email when you text and name. All Information on invoice. 🧾

“Breaking Free from Old Traditions ✨”Growing up in a strict Catholic, Hispanic home, I learned to be strong, fierce, and...
02/19/2025

“Breaking Free from Old Traditions ✨”

Growing up in a strict Catholic, Hispanic home, I learned to be strong, fierce, and independent—but I also learned things that didn’t serve me. I was taught that asking for help was weakness. So, I didn’t. I raised seven children, ran a household, and handled it all. Badass. Fierce. Resilient. 💪🏼

But here’s the truth:
Doing it all alone? It hurt me. 😞

It kept me from receiving love and left me running on empty. Strength doesn’t mean carrying the entire load—it means knowing when to say, “I need help.” That’s not weakness. It’s wisdom. It’s self-love.✨

I watched my nana die at 57 and my mother at 59, both worn down and drinking to cope—always giving, never resting. I thought I had to do the same. But I refuse to pass that narrative down. 🖕🏼

To my younger self:
“You deserve rest. You deserve support. You are strong enough to ask for help.” 💖

To the mothers: You deserve to recharge.
To the fathers: Your role doesn’t end after work—because a mother’s job never ends. Even now, I’m still cooking for five grown adults and three grandkids. Family is a shared responsibility. ❤️

We all need each other—and that’s okay.
It’s time to rewrite the story. Asking for help isn’t weakness; it’s how we heal, grow, and show up without losing ourselves. 🙏🏼✨

Here’s to breaking cycles, healing together, and loving ourselves enough to rest. 💖👑

Get your tamales Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market while you can 8-12:30pm happy Saturday 🫔☕️   Old Town Temecula Farmer...
02/15/2025

Get your tamales Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market while you can 8-12:30pm happy Saturday 🫔☕️ Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market

Why Do I Still Feel “Off” in Early Sobriety? Understanding PWS ✨If you’re new to recovery and wondering why you still fe...
02/14/2025

Why Do I Still Feel “Off” in Early Sobriety? Understanding PWS ✨

If you’re new to recovery and wondering why you still feel anxious, tired, or mentally foggy even after detox—you’re not alone. Many newcomers experience Protracted Withdrawal Syndrome (PWS)—lingering symptoms as your brain and body heal from substance use.

I remember thinking I couldn’t sleep without wine. Turns out, alcohol was disrupting my sleep, not helping it. My body just had to relearn how to rest naturally. And the sugar cravings? Wild. My brain was still looking for that dopamine hit. (At least candy won’t get me a DUI! 🍭)

Common PWS Symptoms:
🌀 Mood swings, anxiety, depression
🧠 Brain fog, trouble concentrating
🔥 Cravings (even when you don’t want to use)
😴 Sleep issues, fatigue
⚡ Sensitivity to stress

How to Cope: Use HALTT 💡
Before reacting, check in with yourself:
🥗 Hungry – Blood sugar crashes trigger cravings. Eat something!
😡 Angry – Journal, vent, or take a walk.
🤝 Lonely – Connection fuels recovery. Call a sober friend.
😴 Tired – Exhaustion makes everything worse. Rest when needed.
💧 Thirsty – Dehydration can mimic cravings. Drink water!

Be patient. Healing takes time, but it’s happening. Keep showing up, trust the process, and know—you’re not alone. One day at a time. 💛

#1/11/22

Here you go easy breezy! Make it your own! Zesty Shrimp & Avocado Cucumber Rolls  🥒 🍤 🥑 🍚 (A high-protein, fresh, and fl...
02/14/2025

Here you go easy breezy! Make it your own!

Zesty Shrimp & Avocado Cucumber Rolls 🥒 🍤 🥑 🍚

(A high-protein, fresh, and flavorful meal!)

Ingredients
• 2 lbs shrimp (or as needed, about 3 large per roll)
• 3 cucumbers (organic if possible)
• 2 avocados
• 2 cups Cooked jasmine rice (prepared in advance)
• 1 tbsp avocado oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• Pinch of kosher salt & black pepper
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 lemon (juiced)
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1 green onion (chopped)
• Sriracha sauce (or homemade version)
• Baby carrots (for garnish)

Instructions
1. Prepare the Cucumbers
• Slice cucumbers in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds to create a “boat.”

• Set aside to fill later.

2. Cook the Shrimp in hot skillet

• Heat avocado oil in a pan over medium heat.

• Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds.

• Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2–3 minutes per side.

• Stir in butter and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp. Remove from heat.

3. Assemble the Cucumber Rolls

• Evenly distribute the jasmine rice onto the cucumber boats.

• Add a few shrimp to each boat, then drizzle with Sriracha and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

• Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top, then add avocado slices and baby carrots.

• Finish by sprinkling with chopped green onions.

4. Bowl Version 🥣

• In a bowl, layer jasmine rice as the base.

• Top with cooked shrimp, avocado slices, baby carrots, and chopped cucumbers.

• Drizzle with Sriracha, sprinkle sesame seeds, and squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything.

• Garnish with chopped green onions and extra cucumbers for added crunch.

Serving Suggestions

• Enjoy the cucumber rolls as a fresh, protein-packed meal or opt for the bowl version for a heartier dish.

• Serve with extra lemon wedges for added zest.

• Pair with a side of miso soup or a seaweed salad for a complete meal.

Three Years Sober: Waking Up to Life ✨I started drinking at 15—every DJ dance party, every celebration, every weekend. A...
02/13/2025

Three Years Sober: Waking Up to Life ✨

I started drinking at 15—every DJ dance party, every celebration, every weekend. Alcohol was my escape, my comfort, my normal.

(The only time I didn’t drink was during pregnancy 🤰🏻—no cravings, no problem. I LOVED being pregnant!)

But outside of that, I didn’t know what it felt like to be fully present, to feel everything, to not be numb.

Today, with 3 years of sobriety, EVERYTHING has changed! 🙌

Talk about clarity! ✨ Sobriety isn’t just about putting down the bottle—it’s about getting brutally honest with myself. Why did Michelle get so mad? Why did I let what someone said trigger me? Why was I so strict with my kids? So insecure? Was it real… or was it fear?

(Grateful to say I’m not there anymore 🙌 )

I’m peeling the onion of myself, layer by layer. Every time I hit a speed bump, I don’t just react—I ask why. I take 3 steps forward, sometimes 1 step back, but I keep moving. Sobriety is about healing ME, so I can be kind, joyful, and free—not a salty, resentful woman who can’t sleep at night from carrying anger.

Imagine being numb your whole life… and not even knowing it.

I had no idea what it was like to feel everything, to put words to my emotions, to truly know myself like a teenager discovering life for the first time. Everything is NEW to me, and I love it! My inner child feels safe now—protected, loved, and finally free to play.

Had I known sobriety would make me feel this ALIVE, this light, this free—I would have done it sooner.

I want everyone to feel this way. But all I can do is share my blessing and let my life be proof of what’s possible. ❤️

That doesn’t mean I don’t have problems—because life is life. But every day, I wake up full of gratitude, knowing I am loved, I am worthy, I am enough, I am treasured.

I just forgot for a while. 🥺

But now? I am fully awake. 👑✨

Working on catering orders 🫔Want some? Preorder 2-3 days ahead. 951-337-8814 I’ll send payment info. All orders must be ...
02/12/2025

Working on catering orders 🫔

Want some? Preorder 2-3 days ahead.
951-337-8814 I’ll send payment info.
All orders must be prepaid.

All freshly made and super quick~ done in 30 minutes ♥️🍅🧄🌿🐓   💃🍅♥️✨🌿🧄👩🏻‍🍳
02/11/2025

All freshly made and super quick~ done in 30 minutes ♥️🍅🧄🌿🐓 💃🍅♥️✨🌿🧄👩🏻‍🍳

She’s writing ✍️ I’m not tired.    👑♥️✨I have been a full-time mother my entire life—seven children, countless meals coo...
02/07/2025

She’s writing ✍️ I’m not tired.
👑♥️✨

I have been a full-time mother my entire life—seven children, countless meals cooked, floors scrubbed, tears wiped, and hearts held. But the truth? I’ve been taking care of babies since I was six years old. I was raised to give everything, to pour myself out without question. My mother never put herself first, so I never learned how to either.

But now? Now, it’s my time. 🙌

My mother died at 59, lost in sacrifice. I refuse to carry that same legacy. I am ALIVE. Sobriety has given me a new beginning—one rooted in healing, forgiveness, and brutal, beautiful honesty. I am not that little girl anymore. I am not stuck. And I am done living for the expectations of others. 💯

✨ I am loved.
✨ I am radiant.
✨ I am a leader.
✨ I am fierce.
✨ I am magnetic.
✨ I am kind.
✨ I feel deeply—I can feel YOU. 🫵🏼
✨ I listen—not just to respond, but to understand.
✨ I hold space for others, making them feel seen, heard, and safe.
✨ I am flirty. I am fun. I am playful. My inner child is alive, full of energy, dancing, singing, and yes—loving sweets too. 🎤💃

I know how to turn on the charm, laugh from my soul, and keep life exciting. 😉 And yes—alcoholics are fun! The difference? Now, I’m fun and free. High CLEAN energy.👑

I carry wisdom, experience, and strength that command attention—not because I demand it, but because I live with integrity and truth.💖

And let’s not forget—I’m a DAMN good cook! 👩🏻‍🍳 Nana’s Tamales isn’t just a family recipe—it’s a ministry. A mission. A place where women in recovery can be empowered, taught, and healed. Every tamale ordered supports this vision. ❤️‍🩹

I thank God—because without Him, I couldn’t love the way I do. A love with no judgment, no conditions. Just truth. ♥️

And I know where I’m headed. My future as an addiction counselor? I’m going to be a force. This is my calling, my purpose. And there’s no stopping me now.

🔥 Watch out—the playful, fierce, respected, unstoppable girl is on fire! 🔥

Nows the time to order for Super Bowl~ pick up Sunday before the game! Text 951-337-8814 $45 any dozen Red Pork or Green...
02/07/2025

Nows the time to order for Super Bowl~ pick up Sunday before the game! Text 951-337-8814 $45 any dozen Red Pork or Green Chicken

Prepping for tomorrows pick ups and for SuperBowl Sunday 🫔🫔🫔🫔 These will be … Chile n cheese And Green Chile Chicken 🐓 T...
02/05/2025

Prepping for tomorrows pick ups and for SuperBowl Sunday 🫔🫔🫔🫔

These will be … Chile n cheese
And Green Chile Chicken 🐓

To order text 951-337-8814
Pay 💰 and pick up 👍🏼

Super Bowl is Sunday order your tamales today! Pick up Saturday or Sunday morning 951-337-8814! 🙏🏼🫔Once you text me~ All...
02/03/2025

Super Bowl is Sunday order your tamales today! Pick up Saturday or Sunday morning 951-337-8814! 🙏🏼🫔

Once you text me~ All information is on your invoice! 👍🏼

We are at Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market 8-12:30 go before we sell out! ☕️🫔
02/01/2025

We are at Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market 8-12:30 go before we sell out! ☕️🫔

Good morning Sunshines Nana’s Tamales New Mexico Style will be Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market 8-12:30pm so go hot, fr...
01/25/2025

Good morning Sunshines Nana’s Tamales New Mexico Style will be Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market 8-12:30pm so go hot, fresh always delicious 🫔🫔🫔🫔 otherwise text me to please orders cut off Wednesday pick up on weekends 🙏🏻🫔☕️

Making tamale orders for pick up Friday and Saturday ☕️✨🫔 Question: How do I get tamales? 🫔 Answer: Order them! 951-337-...
01/22/2025

Making tamale orders for pick up Friday and Saturday ☕️✨🫔

Question: How do I get tamales? 🫔

Answer: Order them! 951-337-8814 cut off Wednesday pick up by Friday or weekend.

Pick up in Temecula or delivery. Ask.

✨ Big things happening right now! ✨I’m in full hustle mode as I juggle three major projects: 1. Finishing my counseling ...
01/20/2025

✨ Big things happening right now! ✨

I’m in full hustle mode as I juggle three major projects:

1. Finishing my counseling degree 📜 – I’m working hard to finish this journey and continue empowering others to heal and grow. 👑✨♥️

2. Catering and Cooking – Nana’s New Mexico Style Foods 🫔 – My business is more than just food; it’s becoming a ministry to employ women in sobriety and help them build skills to better themselves. Still very much alive and well 👩🏻‍🍳 🙏🏻

3. Preparing to sell my restaurant 🏠 – It’s a bittersweet moment, but I’m getting my restaurant ready for the next chapter, and I’m excited for what’s to come! 💯✨♥️

Grateful for all the experiences that are shaping my future. Stay tuned, the best is yet to come! 🙌

>Order by Wednesday CUT off >Pick up by Friday or Weekend >Cooked or Uncooked >Zelle Payment 🫔951-337-8814 text Red Chil...
01/20/2025

>Order by Wednesday CUT off
>Pick up by Friday or Weekend
>Cooked or Uncooked
>Zelle Payment 🫔

951-337-8814 text
Red Chile Pork, or Green Chile Chicken or Chile n cheese 🫔

One kind only for $45
Temecula pick up.

Good morning Sunshines see you at Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market 8-12:30pm ☕️👩🏻‍🍳🫔 Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market ...
01/18/2025

Good morning Sunshines see you at Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market 8-12:30pm ☕️👩🏻‍🍳🫔 Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market on corner of Mercedes and 6th across from fire department near tree.

Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market

Want tamales without preordering? Go to Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market tomorrow 8-12:30pm go early we sell out! 🫔 Old...
01/18/2025

Want tamales without preordering? Go to Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market tomorrow 8-12:30pm go early we sell out! 🫔 Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market Saturdays

This is for Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market Saturday see you from 8-12:30pm she sells out so go early! ♥️🫔
01/17/2025

This is for Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market Saturday see you from 8-12:30pm she sells out so go early! ♥️🫔

Important Update on Tamale OrdersI’ve been receiving many calls about tamales, and I want to clarify: I am now catering ...
01/15/2025

Important Update on Tamale Orders

I’ve been receiving many calls about tamales, and I want to clarify: I am now catering only.

• Preorders and Catering Only means you place your order on any day, pay in full, and pick up your order a few days later or on event date.

• No Exceptions: Orders must be paid in full before I prepare them. I will not accept cash on pickup or incomplete payments. 👩🏻‍🍳

Please plan ahead and place your orders with payment to ensure everything runs smoothly. This information is on invoice sent.

Thank you for understanding as I transition to selling my restaurant. While locating another location.

Adult Child of Alcoholics: What It MeansDid you know? The term Adult Child of Alcoholics (ACA) describes adults who grew...
01/15/2025

Adult Child of Alcoholics: What It Means

Did you know? The term Adult Child of Alcoholics (ACA) describes adults who grew up in alcoholic homes, carrying childhood wounds into adulthood. When faced with stress or conflict, many ACAs revert to childhood coping mechanisms without even realizing it.

Here’s how this might show up:
✨ People-Pleasing – Struggling to say “no” or fearing conflict.
✨ Fear of Abandonment – Constant need for reassurance or mistrust.
✨ Overreacting to Criticism – Feeling attacked even when no harm is intended.
✨ Struggles with Authority – Difficulty trusting leaders or authority figures.
✨ Identifying Emotions – Feeling numb or unsure how to name feelings.

These patterns aren’t a choice—they’re survival responses from childhood. But here’s the good news: healing is possible. Through awareness, support, and self-reflection, ACAs can break these patterns and create a new way of living.

This is personal to me. If you relate, know you’re not alone. ✨🦋
Ask me about the meetings I attend. They’ve changed my life.

01/15/2025

Simply text me 951-337-8814 your order. Minimum of 1/2 dozen. One Kind only. You can buy as many varieties as you want.

If you’ve called me in reference to tamales and catering here’s an automatic response you’ll receive if I don’t answer: ...
01/14/2025

If you’ve called me in reference to tamales and catering here’s an automatic response you’ll receive if I don’t answer:

Hi, thank you for your interest and support!

Your purchase helps create jobs for Women in Recovery, empowering them to support themselves and their children. ❤️‍🩹

How to order:
• I take orders all week.
• Order cut-off is Wednesday for pickup on Friday, or weekend (or arrange a specific date and time for catering).

Please provide:
1. Your full name
2. Your email address
3. Your order (varieties and quantities)
4. Specify if you want them Cooked or Uncooked

Payment:
• Minimum order: 1/2 dozen

• Half dozen (one variety): $30
• Full dozen (one variety): $45*
• Mix & match Full dozen
(two varieties): $55
• Plus tax

You can pay via Zelle to the email on the invoice.🧾

Tamale Varieties:
Visit www.TemeculaTamales.com for a full list of varieties. And for catering let’s talk 👍🏼♥️

Thank you for supporting Nana’s Tamales and our mission! 🫔

Welcome to Nana’s Tamales~ Temecula’s only Tamale Factory!

3 years 1/11/22 ☕️✨🎁👑🦋
01/12/2025

3 years 1/11/22 ☕️✨🎁👑🦋

Hours at restaurant 11-5pm today 🫔 last day open to the public at this location ✨Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market until...
01/11/2025

Hours at restaurant
11-5pm today 🫔 last day open to the public at this location ✨

Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market until 12:30 pm but she sells out sooner. 🫔.

Happy sobriety birthday to me 👑
We do recover ❤️‍🩹☕️👑✨

She’s writing ✍️When I walked into AA, I thought I had control. Me? Powerless? No way. I raised 7 kids and a husband, ke...
01/10/2025

She’s writing ✍️

When I walked into AA, I thought I had control. Me? Powerless? No way. I raised 7 kids and a husband, kept a spotless home, ran side hustles, went to church, and was loved in my community. I didn’t drink that much, so how could I have a problem? How could I be Powerless?

But here’s the truth: I was ignorant. My disease whispered, “You’re a great mom, you don’t drink every day, you’re fine.” Those lies kept me stuck for years.

I came into AA in 2010, and by God’s grace, I’ll celebrate 3 years of continuous sobriety on 1/11/25. Sobriety didn’t come fast for me—I’m stubborn, but God knew what I needed.

For years, I thought alcohol was my reward, my relief. I didn’t realize it was poison—to my body, spirit, and life. I prayed as a young girl to never end up like my mom, but God gave me free will. He let me stumble, fall, and finally surrender.

Alcohol wasn’t my problem—it was my solution. But that solution was killing me. I wasn’t free until I admitted I was powerless. Then, everything changed.

Today, I’m awake. I feel deeply. I take my daily medicine—prayer, connection, reflection, and service. Sobriety has given me a life beyond my wildest dreams.

God heard me. He chose me for this journey, and I’m living my purpose. Thank you, God, for saving me. 🙏✨❤️‍🩹

Everything in my freezer freshly frozen tamales, salsas, and in fridge is 1/2 off~ so come by! I even have Hawaiian 🌺 ma...
01/08/2025

Everything in my freezer freshly frozen tamales, salsas, and in fridge is 1/2 off~ so come by! I even have Hawaiian 🌺 macaroni salads for $6.99 big 32 ounce sizes.

Saturday will be our last day open to the public at this location.

After that catering orders and preorders ONLY for tamales 3-5days.

www.temeculatamales.com

I’ve always loved to read and have collected a lot of books over the years. Growing up in a chaotic, big family with lot...
01/07/2025

I’ve always loved to read and have collected a lot of books over the years. Growing up in a chaotic, big family with lots of cousins, aunts, and uncles, drinking and dysfunction were the norm. It was far from ideal, but it was my family, and to me, I loved them and it felt normal at the time. ♥️

Interestingly, even as a young girl, I never gravitated toward thrillers, mysteries, or love stories. Instead, I was drawn to self-help, self-healing, and counseling books. 📚

My mom was the opposite—she loved her Harlequin romance novels! 😁😍

Looking back, it makes perfect sense that God has me in recovery today. I’ve been told I’m a good listener, easy to talk to, non-judgmental, transparent and real. 🫶🏽

Counseling has always been a passion of mine. To help the hurting and lost. I took many college classes over the years and loved learning about it, but when I had kids—things got busy and I was still drinking—I put it on the back burner. I needed to practice it first.

Now, in sobriety, I’ve rediscovered that passion and am continuing my counseling education. I’ll need it later (stay tuned) but I’m also combining it with purpose through Nana’s Tamales ~ Reinas de Nana Ministries—a program for women in recovery. 👑 ✨🫔💋

My mission is to help these women transition from rehab to living functional, fulfilling lives on their own with skills like cooking, earning an income, let’s build credit, become entrepreneurs. Self sufficient apart from any man or bo***ge. All of it! 💪🏼

PS: For those who always ask me “what are reading now?”

Here are two new books I’m diving into as I continue learning and growing.

The more I learn, the more I heal, and the more I can give to other women. This journey is about using my experiences to empower others and create lasting change. ❤️‍🩹 ✨ 👑 🫔

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