Texicanas on Bravo: Could it be your favorite reality tv show?
When I first heard there was going to be a show called Texicanas airing on my favorite reality tv network Bravo, I thought, “Oh my, please don’t mess this up.” And then I remembered...
Author: Melanie Mendez-Gonzales
See Omar Chaparro in POKÉMON Detective Pikachu
The first-ever live-action Pokémon adventure, “POKÉMON Detective Pikachu” is based on the beloved Pokémon brand—one of the world’s most popular, multi-generation entertainment properties and most successful media franchises of all time. Fans everywhere can...
Mariachi Girl is a Celebration of Family and Cultura
Thanks to our friends at the Magik Theatre, my boys and I recently saw the amazing performance of Mariachi Girl. It is truly a celebration of family and cultura – our Mexican-American culture. Mariachi...
Leslie Grace to Headline Selena Festival 2019 – FIESTA DE LA FLOR
This 5th Annual Selena Festival 2019 honoring Tejano music superstar Selena Quintanilla IS BACK and will be held at North Bayfront Park in downtown Corpus Christi on April 12 – 13, 2019. Fiesta de...
How to Teach Students Money Not Just Math
This article was sponsored by Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company(MassMutual), Springfield, MA 01111-0001. www.massmutual.com All opinions are those of the author. Finding the right way teach students money can leave a lasting impact on...
Voices and Votes for Education, Social Justice, and Equality – Cesar Chavez March
“Once social change begins, it cannot be reversed. You cannot un-educate the person who has learned to read. You cannot humiliate the person who feels pride. You cannot oppress the people who are not...
San Antonio Symphony Honors Tejano Music Legend Emilio Navaira with Navaira Brothers
It’s been almost three years since the world lost a Tejano music legend – Emilio Navaira. So many of us Tejanos have fond memories of his music playing in the background of our family...
Inspired by Business to Impact a Community – LiftFund Celebrates 25 Years
As a storyteller, inspiration is all around me and lately I’ve been inspired by business. LiftFund transforms small businesses by opening doors, leveling the financial playing field and building a community of shared success.
Hello January 2019! Setting Priorities for My Blog
Ahhhh … it’s here! 2019 is here! If you go by a calendar like regular people (not me), it’s technically been here for 10 days (or more). Either way, it is time to set...
Leadership Lessons from the 19th Annual Texas Conference for Women
“So much of what we grow up into – or believe we are capable of – is what we see.” – Dr. Jen Welter, First Female Coach in the NFL This is true. It’s...
Ben DeJesus on How John Leguizamo Has Changed American Theatre
John Leguizamo’s Road to Broadway follows the always provocative Leguizamo as he prepares for his most challenging theatrical quest yet – cramming 3,000 years of Latino history into 90 minutes of stage time for...
Change Your Financial Story with a Financial Strategy
This is part of a sponsored collaboration with Prudential and DiMe Media about changing your financial story. However, all opinions expressed are my own. Latino families in the United States today can be funny...
Watch Disney Pixar’s Incredibles 2 Anywhere
Did you and your family watch Disney Pixar’s INCREDIBLES 2 in the theaters? Now, do you want to enjoy all the fun and action in your own home? Or do you want to take...
Perfect Indoor Coziness for Our Outdoor Family Adventure – Grand Canyon/Williams KOA
Disclaimer: This blog post is a compensated collaboration with KOA Campgrounds. All opinions about the stay at Grand Canyon KOA are my own. Seeing the Grand Canyon with my very own eyes has been...
Will You Be Watching NARCOS: MEXICO? Here’s the Trailer.
Has anyone else been waiting for the NARCOS MEXICO trailer? I mean it is starring Diego Luna and Michael Peña. Hello?! We’ve been waiting a hot minute. It’s here: Narcos: Mexico will explore the...
This Mom of Boys Will Celebrate Day of the Girl And You Can Help
Disclaimer: This post is in collaboration with Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas for Day of the Girl. All opinions are my own. “Be the person you needed when you were younger.” I’m not sure...
Our First Halloween Time at Disneyland
Disclaimer: We were hosted to a Halloween Time at Disneyland family trip. All opinions are my own. “It’s my favorite time of year at Disneyland!” My friends and my social media community repeated this...
Kids’ Favorite Movie Characters Make Great Teachers + SOLO: A Star Wars Story GIVEAWAY
Disclaimer: Products shown were provided to Que Means What. All opinions are my own. In our house every opportunity is a learning opportunity. That includes our favorite movies, too. I’m totally okay with my...
Zendaya and Gina Rodriguez Believe in SMALLFOOT! {{Movie Pass Giveaway}}
“I think what’s cool about this movie is that it encourages seeing life through someone else’s eyes and having empathy and compassion for someone who may have an entirely different view of things,” Zendaya...
¡Hola Houston! Show Me Your Family Fun Attractions
Our family recently drove the familiar route from San Antonio to Houston. We visit Houston regularly for family or friends’ special events. So, we obviously love Houstonians but we’ve never visted Houston’s best family...