Where Education and Entertainment Meet Cultura y Familia
Welcome back to the Latinas Who Lead interview series! If you weren’t familiar with the term ‘epidemiologist’ before COVID-19, you’ve likely heard it many times by now. Epidemiologists study not just the science of...
Leadership is something that has to be shared. A leader is someone who helps other people grow. Dolores Huerta I met her in 2011 at Latism Conference. In a recap blog post, I wrote...
As our daily lives continue to change because of COVID-19 and we have to stay home, I think of the children who may be at risk for child abuse and neglect. I want to...
Homeschooling and working from home can be very rewarding because you can create a lifestyle that works for you. However, just like anything that’s really worth doing, it’s not easy. It takes determination, persistence,...
Even in our busy lives, we still want to get involved and make a difference in our community. The question I often hear is “Where do I start?” A quick Google search or a...
UPDATE: SELENA XXV Veinticinco Años will be rescheduled at a later date. The Quintanilla family announced that SELENA XXV will be held in San Antonio, TX on May 9, 2020. This is a special...
Latinas are leaders. That’s a huge understatement. And, in my life today, it’s glaringly obvious because I’m lucky enough to get to surround myself with Latinas who are leaders in their industries, in their...
Think of your favorite spaces in your city. Do they have space for students to learn and be creative? Are they open to the community to experience art? Does it provide opportunities for families...
Disclaimer: This is a sponsored collaboration with UnidosUS. All opinions are my own. It’s the time of year to make sure you have healthcare coverage for yourself and for your loved ones. Friends don’t...
In my interview with Cristela Alonzo, one of my favorite comedians who happens to be Latina, we talked about her honest Twitter feed; her chingona friendships; what it’s like to be ther first and...
Magic shows with kids are a fun and even educational way to help your kids shine on their own. Learning how to execute magic tricks will help kids learn new concepts. #ItsAColorfulLIfe
This post is a sponsored collaboration with Cocina Fresca. All opinions are my own including breakfast hacks for tacos and iced coffee. When Texas heat is at its highest – May through September, I’ll...
This is a sponsored post in collaboration with Tampico. All opinions are my own including lessons in self-expression. Kids will express themselves creatively when we, as parents, foster an environment for it. When kids...
Kathy Cano-Murillo is a self-described creativepreneur. She has built an empire on creating Mexican-American inspired crafts and writing stories. If you dream of building your own brand based on doing what you love, you...
Hola Queridos! Can you say QUERIDOS?! The new Dora movie is hilarious! And, I kinda loved it. Honestly, I enjoyed the movie more than I expected to. I sat down the the stars of...
This is a sponsored post in collaboration with Tampico. All opinions are my own including how to use indoor grilling for summer dinners. If there’s one thing moms everywhere can unite over, it is...
The photo is blurry but the memory isn’t. This weekend I met one of my heroes at The Majestic Theatre after finally seeing the Tony-nominated Latin History for Morons. When I got to the...
SXSW added a new track this year: Connections and Culture. This is my submission for the 2020 Panel Picker. PLEASE VOTE FOR ME: https://panelpicker.sxsw.com/vote/104330 While we teach, we learn. It’s not an easy topic...
This is a sponsored post in collaboration with Tampico. All opinions are my own including how to create a nature journal. Help your kids become more aware of the colorful nature that surrounds them...
I talked with San Antonio’s Mayor Ron Nirenberg to ask him a little bit about his education; his thoughts about parenting in San Antonio; and how parents can remain civically engaged. Read it all...