Success, at What Cost? The Cowboy's Guide to Raising Boys for Single Moms
Empowerment, Health
Of the many challenges that I face as a single mother, none is so daunting as finding a balance among all of those things that are important to me. Often, I fall short of reaching my goal to maintain a mindful equilibrium, especially when…
Image is Everything Project Runway Recap: Episode 9
Fashion, Style
And then there were eight. We’re getting down to the nitty gritty on Project Runway, and the obvious weak links have mostly fallen by the wayside or runwayside—sorry, I couldn’t resist.We know it’s another team challenge this week…
Wig Shopping With My Son: First Stressed, Then Impressed
Beauty, StyleMy nine-year-old son recently begged me to go shopping and it wasn’t to buy Legos at his usual favorite toy store. Armed with $40 saved from birthday gifts, my inquisitive child instead wanted to go to Ricky's, a chain of beauty and make up…
Daisy Fuentes Debuts New Line at Fashion Week
Style, Trends
While many of us remember her as the veejay with rocking style and enviable hair, today she is a business mogul, designer, and a force in the fashion world. But throughout the evolution of Daisy Fuentes the veejay to Daisy Fuentes the brand,…
Former NYPD Cop & Cancer Survivor Educates Latinas
Life, Power Latina News
After more than 20 years with the New York Police Department, Patti Murrillo-Casa couldn’t wait to retire in 2008. She was finally going to join her husband, Freddie Casa, who had retired from the NYPD in 2007.
The plan was to take an…
Stretching Summer into Fall: The Frugal Fashionista Guide
Fashion, Style
If the deluge of magazine covers trumpeting numerous fall trends and must-haves has you considering going into debt for a new wardrobe or just giving in to style obsolescence—don’t despair. For the frugal fashionista, a few key pieces…
So You Want to be a Latina Mom Blogger?
Life, Power Latina News
If you want to be a Latina Mom Blogger, a mamiblogger, or monetize your current blog, you may want to read The Digital Mom Handbook: How to Blog, Vlog, Tweet, and Facebook Your Way to a Dream Career at Home. The authors are Audrey McClelland…
What Women Want Project Runway Recap, Episode 8
Style, Trends
This week's Project Runway saw the remaining designers having to create clothing for...gasp!...normal-sized women!
Only nine designers are left and the competition's getting fiercer. But with last week’s major meltdowns and catfights…
Latina Magazine Quinceanera: 15 Big Name Celebs Attend the Party
Entertainment, Life
This month, Latina magazine celebrates it’s Quinceañera. And there is much to celebrate.
The magazine was founded by Christy Haubeggar in 1996, upon her graduation from Stanford Law School. The idea was born in one of her business courses,…