Self-Care: Why It Matters and How I Learned My Lesson
Empowerment, Health
Quick. Think of the last time you did something to truly nurture yourself. Struggling to come up with the date? You are not alone. Most of us suffer from chronic self-neglect. In our busy lives, it always feels like something's gotta give…
Gloria Rodriguez: You are More Than Good Enough
Health, Parenting
You areMore than Good Enough, says Gloria Rodriguez to the women who attend her empowerment seminars and workshops. It's also the title of her first book, which tells of her own journey towards self-acceptance and fulfillment. Gloria is an…
My Nanny's Sadness is Also My Own
Empowerment, Health
Franklin Gomez was dying.
A machine forced air into his lungs as his rib cage heaved up and down, screaming and beeping as it synchronizes with bags bringing him fluid and morphine. His 4 kids watch over him.
His wife, Rosanna, squeezes…
Remorseful Convicted Murderer Works to CeaseFire, End Youth Violence
Life, Opinions
Eddie Bocanegra is part of a unique group known as “violence interrupters” in CeaseFire, a Chicago-based organization that applies the principles of public health to the brutality of the streets. Founded in 2000 CeaseFire, a grantee of…
A Proud (Honorary) Member of Club Latina
Life, Opinions
Disculpe— acabo de llegar en este pais y necesito trabajo. Usted sabe si hay trabajo aqui? (Escuse me, I just arrived in this country, and I need a job. Do you know if they’re hiring here?)
The young lady looks at me expectantly, great…
When Mami Gets Older: Caring For Our Latino Elders
Life, Opinions
The rich cultural heritage of Latinos includes a sense of responsibility and commitment to care for our elders. However, with both spouses working and having to take care of the children, there is not much time and energy left to nurse an…
Maria Hinojosa Discusses Immigration
Life, Power Latina News
In the her new documentary “Lost in Detention,” Frontline correspondent Maria Hinojosa takes a penetrating look at the harsh world of immigration detention and the Obama administration’s enforcement policies. Mamiverse caught up with…
8 Free Family Outings
Money, Traveling
Going to the movies and having popcorn and drinks for a family can quickly add up to, well, almost a week's worth of groceries. Forget the candy! With a little creativity, however, even large familias can enjoy family time on a shoestring.…
Is Now the Best Time to Refinance?
Dollars and Sense, Money
These days, a flood of commercials on TV, Internet, and radio touting how easy it is to refinance your current mortgage and how helpful it will be to have lower payments due to record-low interest rates. Bear in mind refinancing means more…