"IT WAS MINE FIRST"
- The story behind 'Sweetgem' My name is Dulce Ruby (DULCE meaning sweet & RUBY being a gem), and yes, it IS my REAL name...the one given to me at birth...the one on all legal documents. When I was really young my dad actually was the one who brought up the name in which most of you know me as today - Sweetgem. Truth be told, I went by 'Ruby' most of my life and it wasn't until High school that most of my closest friends even realized that it wasn't my first name. I started to go by 'Dulce' when I stopped trying to correct the teachers at role call, and figured I rather them butcher my name than have them think I was rude...and it was then that I realized I could DEFINETLY make some use of such a unique name...

"SWEET GIRL WITH A BAD EXTERIOR?"

- I am only human Sometimes when I think of who I REALLY am...I surprise even myself. Most people are given labels from the get-go & I'm lucky I've been 'uncategorized' really to this day. If you know me, you know you can't truly put your finger around who I really am...or where I really belong in society and social ranking. Whether that's good or bad I supposed depends merely on who's opinion is being placed...In my own personal opinion I find it quite relieving. I've been labeled with almost every possibility out ther...the good, the bad and the ugly; more good than the bad thankfully...and most of my true friends would agree that at some point in time I HAVE fit into each. I've said it before, and I'll say it again, 'Whether you're the high school jock, a brainiac, the class slut, a drama prone female, a quite and reserved bookie, a teacher, a stoner, or lost in your own label...I’ve probably hung out with you, become friends with you and accepted you for who you are as a person.' But when it comes down to it all, I would truly like to think of myself as a genuinely kind person, with a standard set rep. Don't test me though...haha, I don't let anyone use me, walk all over me, or give me a bad name. I'm not naive, ignorant nor am I blind...I know how the world works as well as the people in it - capeche?

"I CRY...A LOT"

-I'm pretty sensitive Ever since I was born that's been the case. I've had the nickname 'La Llorona' imprinted on my forehead through the eyes of all of my family...and I'm not kidding. I suppose when I was younger it was thought to be just a phase; but once I grew up I've realized its just WHO I AM. Most of the times I know it's coming...as most people do - due to REAL LIFE and all that comes with it...but other times its not even that serious, and I EVEN KNOW it's not...the smallest things can trigger it, and before you know it the tears come as does the red nose and puffy eyes. I think it's kind of funny sometimes...when people ask 'Why are you crying?' - and I simply can't answer. There IS no answer. Sometimes, you have to endulge in your flaws to be able to accentuate your features.

"I GIVE A LOT MORE THAN I TAKE"

-It's becoming an issue It's true, it's better to give than to recieve...but what if, What if all you've ever done is that? Is it still as good? Quite frankly, I think not. And yet, I still do it. I've always been one to put other's first, I love to make all those around me comfortable and happy...even if it means I'm not.

"PEOPLE STEAL MY WORDS"

-But can never take my Wisdom I am a bookie, a writer & most importantly...an artist at heart. It is truly my passion, my first love...and truthfully the one thing keeping me sane. Along with this 'fame' I've learned that not all things you read are true...but worse...nor are the words really coming directly from the one you think. You've heard it before, 'Relax, it's just MYSPACE' - But in all reality, is it REALLY? Myspace has grown on my like a drug - and I admit, I am a feign. So, if this true for even half of us on here, it's more serious than just a standard website...at least when it comes to your heart & soul. I've come across plethora of profiles -ones labeled as FAKES whom claim to be the girl in the photograph, when in the real world that girl they say THEY are, is ME...and it angers me - yes, especially when they're giving me a BAD REP (DOWN WITH FAKES I SAY!) ...But what is worse than a stolen identity? A stolen heart. Recently I've seen more and more individuals, and not only on this site anymore, using my writtings as their own 'about me,' faves, quotes etc...and I think to myself, 'Do they realize what they've done?' As you sit there and read this you may not understand, but writing is ME. I truly am the words I place before you - and to have someone claim they are the ones whom've written them strikes my heart with the deepest impact. Then, I cool down & remember I can just sit down and think up something twice as witty, just as quickly as I'd done before and it makes me feel sorry those less fortunate...less able to write their soul out on pen and paper. THE END.

SUMMARY OF THAT ABOVE.

-for those who asked My name is Dulce Ruby, hence the nickname 'Sweetgem,' and I am 19 years old. Usually people think I’m older, but that is simply because I've gone through many hardships, struggles, stages, whatever you'd like to call them, already in my short lived life. I know more about life's meaning than most people, believe me I feel your pain more than you'd think. I am happy to be alive every day of my life, I've seen death - I am grateful for each breathe I take, and make every moment I live worth while. I spend a lot of time at home, I love my family, and my friends are my strength. Yes, I am a MODEL - but no, its not my LIFE. ART IS. Art has always been my escape, I can compose with no sound, I can sketch out your world with my eyes closed. I have always been that "pretty, skinny Mexican girl," but people that know me on a more personal level...see me beyond physical attributes. I try and make everyone around me feel comfortable, and happy...even if it means I'm not. I've been looking for someone that can keep up with my fast paced life, attitude, wants and my passion for any form of art...and yes, I've found him. Whether you're the high school jock, a brainiac, the class slut, a drama prone female, a quite and reserved bookie, a teacher, a stoner, or lost in your own label...I’ve probably hung out with you, become friends with you and accepted you for who you are as a person. Regardless of what people may assume, it's not about who you know in life...I'm all about how I met you, and where are relationship is going. It's not about WHO you are, it's about WHO you will make ME. So, if you’re up for a good challenge...get to know me, and learn why I’ve been seen on your friend's top friends.