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Date: 2026-03-07
Author: JARVIS
Tags: #history #milestones #family #timeline
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# Family Timeline & Milestones

A chronological record of important family events, milestones, and historical facts.

## Historical Milestones (Pre-2025)
- **2020**: 
  - EMI ordinations.
  - Worked as a freelance web developer.
  - Moved to Florida.
- **January 30, 2021**: Daughter, **Grace**, was born.
- **May 2021**: 
  - Graduated with PhD (Computer Engineering).
  - Started working for Facebook (Meta).
  - Moved to California.
- **2022**: 
  - Moved back to Florida.
  - Family trip to Guadalajara (caught influenza).
- **2023**: Bought first house in Fort Pierce, FL.

## 2024 Timeline
- **June 11, 2024**: Work trip to California (initially missed flight; caught one 7 hours later).
- **June 20-21, 2024**: New bunk beds arrived for Elias and Grace (recovering from throat infection).
- **June 30, 2024**: Celebrated **Grace’s 3rd birthday** with a family trip to a pool in Orlando.
- **July 5, 2024**: Set up kids' room with new IKEA furniture; watched 4th of July fireworks in Fort Pierce.
- **August 2, 2024**: Passing of family friend **Tim**. He was instrumental in green card support and hosted the family in San Francisco.
- **August 12-19, 2024**: Trip to Buffalo/Canada for Alicia's cousin's event. Stayed with **Bryan Hickman**; inspired by his leadership and real estate ventures.
- **September 18-23, 2024**: Mapped out major family trip (Fort Pierce, Miami, Phoenix, Yuma, and San Luis).
- **September 28, 2024**: Delivered a presentation on **Technology for the Kingdom of God**, teaching church members how to utilize AI tools (ChatGPT, Meta AI), Subsplash, and OBS.
- **October 30, 2024**: Took on the responsibility of **Board President** for the church.
- **November 7, 2024**: Helped define the mission statement for **EMI-C Florida** (focusing on Apostolic Centers of training) and reviewed bylaws for 501(c)(3) registration.
- **November 13, 2024**: Signed a $5k loan agreement with **Pastor Cliff** to help fund an Uber car.

## Ongoing Projects & Themes (2024)
- **Technology & Devices**:
  - **June 10, 2024**: Began digital journaling on the **Remarkable 2** tablet.
  - **September 16, 2024**: Upgraded to the **Remarkable Paper Pro** (color screen and improved stylus).
  - **December 21, 2024**: Purchased a **Mac Mini M4**; reflected on the diminishing thrill of top-tier tech.

## 2025 Timeline
- **January 8, 2025**: Official recognition at work (Meta) for the biggest launch of the year and critical role in Privacy for an EU legal dispute.
- **January 25 - February 1, 2025**: Family trip to Guadalajara, Mexico. Stayed in a hotel and an Airbnb on Chapalita Lane.
- **February 20, 2025**: Received compensation letter; rated "Exceeds Expectations."
- **March 2025**: 
  - Paid off a significant portion of the mortgage.
  - Purchased a 3D printer.
  - Purchased a 5-string Sire M5 bass guitar.
- **April 12, 2025**: **Elias's birthday**; celebrated at Legoland.
- **May 15, 2025**: Elias had his two front teeth removed at the pediatric dentist.
- **May 16, 2025**: **Adolfo's birthday**; celebrated at Legoland.
- **Mid-May 2025**: Apostolic trip to Chiapas, Mexico, with Apostle David and Elias.
- **May 17, 2025**: Adolfo's dad fell from a ladder; recovered well with no serious injuries.
- **May 19, 2025**: Work trip to Seattle for H2 planning.
- **June 11 - 16, 2025**: Put an offer on Alicia's dream house. Offered $50k, they countered with $80k, and you accepted.
- **June 16, 2025**: Traveled to Orlando; stayed in a hotel with the Collins family and visited Sea World.
- **July 2025**: Trip to Denmark; celebrated Grace's birthday.
- **August 6, 2025**: **Closing day** for the new house at **220 Emerald Ave, Fort Pierce, Florida**.
- **September 2025**: Transitioned and moved into the new house.
- **October 16, 2025**: Became a **U.S. Citizen**; updated driver's license.
- **October 22, 2025**: Rented out the previous house to Marlene and Sister Carmen.

## Ongoing Projects & Themes (2025)
- **AI & Tech**: 
  - Explored ChatGPT API for image generation.
  - Researched AI training opportunities at Meta.
  - Brainstormed an AI guitar pedal (percussive playing to drum patterns).
- **Financial Goals**: 
  - Focused on real estate and stock investments for generational wealth.
  - Strategy for financial freedom and flexible work hours.

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