Mindfulness, My Word To Live By in 2014
Life, Opinions, Ticker
Lately, the trend seems to be that instead of making New Year´s resolutions, we choose one word to live by in the coming year. Without overthinking it, I chose the word “mindfulness” for 2014. I thought I’d share it here because I suspect…
Is Your Child Gifted? Latino Kids Less Likely to Be Properly Diagnosed
Honor Roll, School, Ticker
Think your kid might be gifted? Yeah? Really? Well, I got news for you, toots! If your child is Latino, chances are his or her teachers and doctors won’t see what you see. In fact, those folks will probably think your kid has behavior “problems.”…
How to Make the Right Financial Decisions During a Divorce
Dollars and Sense, Money, Ticker
After all the time you spent wrestling the idea of ending your marriage, and all the sleepless nights you suffered, you’ve finally made up your mind. But deciding to divorce is only the beginning of the process. You’ve got your, and if…
Is Your Child Embarrassed by Your Accent?
Bilingual Plus, Books, Ticker
Is your child embarrassed by your Spanish, Cuban, Mexican or Puerto Rican accent? Young people do not want to be different. Youngsters wish to belong, especially to the country and to the culture they were born into or have adopted. They are…
New Year, New Moms, New Babies: A Gift Guide
Style, Ticker, Trends
Did you know that more babies are born in the September than in any other month? That’s because between the cold weather and the holiday cheer, a lot of couples find extra “cuddle time” in December and January! So to salute all this…
10 Inspirational Quotes for the New Year
Health, Inspiration, Ticker
Do you need a little inspiration to kick your New Year off right? A little encouragement to dream big and grab for the ring? Let these 10 inspirational quotes for the New Year help you set your goals, stick to your resolutions, and keep your…
6 Tips for Job Hunting in 2014
Money, Ticker, Work
Job hunting sucks. With the unemployment rate for Latinos at 11%, chances are you, your partner or family member might be looking for work at some point, and will definitely become frustrated at the slim prospects. I know this firsthand, as…
Lupita’s First Dance/El primer baile de Lupita
Bilingual Books, Books, Ticker
Lupita’s First Dance/El primer baile de Lupita
By Lupe Ruiz-Flores • Illustrated by Gabhor Utomo
Translated by Gabriela Baeza Ventura
Piñata Books • 2013 • 32 pages
Hardcover ($17.95)
ISBN: 978-1-55885-772-8
Ages 5-7
When…
Holiday Gifts That Give Back
Shopping, Style, Ticker
When it comes to buying for the holidays, gift giving can be a stressful process. This year, consider holiday gifts that give back—those that go to help organizations or causes important to the recipient.
St. Jude Children’s Research…