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20 Things Latina Moms Can Do to Save Hispanic Culture

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As moms, we sometimes forget how crucial it is to teach Hispanic culture to our Americanized kids. At its core motherhood is very simple—keep your children healthy, safe and happy. Raising kids is hard and life can be complicated. Especially…
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20 Reasons to Fall in Love with Uruguay Right Now

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Uruguay is the smallest state in South America and, we think, a hidden gem. They celebrate Independence Day on August 25. It was on that day in 1825 that Uruguay declared its independence from the Portuguese Empire. In 2012, it was named The…
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10 U.S. Cities that are Steeped with Latin Culture

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The Latino population continues to grow in the United States and with it Hispanic culture has put its stamp on cities across the country. According to Pew Research, the Hispanic population in America is six times larger today than in 1970.…
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The Mystery of Christopher Columbus

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The accepted story of Christopher Columbus goes something like this: He was born to a Genoese weaver, wool merchant and cheese seller, but went to sea at an early age. After a long career sailing and trading in the Mediterranean, he made his…
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9 Great Reasons to Visit Brazil This Year

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Brazil is a happening travel destination in 2014, as soccer fans and vacationers head south for the FIFA World Cup soccer championship this summer. But whether you’re a soccer fan or not, there are plenty of great reasons to visit Brazil…
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Five New Year's Resolutions Inspired By My Grandmother

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My New Year's resolutions are inspired by my grandmother. My Abuela has been gone a long time, but I think about her every day. She was smart, tough, courageous, capable—and unfailingly feminine and ladylike, too. This coming New Year, instead…
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Latino Christmas Recipe: Abuelita's Mazapán de Toledo

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Christmas would not be Christmas without sugary treats. Turrón and mazapán are two traditional holiday sweets enjoyed in many Latin countries. Mazapán, or marzipan, is a typical Spanish Christmas delight that is easy to make at home with…
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Hispanic Christmas Traditions & Their Meanings

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Every year, Christmas starts earlier and earlier. Come the 20th of November and stores, malls and shopping centers all begin decking windows and streets with lights, Merry Christmas signs, and music. Traditional carols or villancicos, are…
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Faith & Tradition: Mexico’s Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe

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Every December 12, Catholics all over the world, especially in Latin America, celebrate the day of the Virgin of Guadalupe. But in Mexico, this day is one of the most important holidays of the year. Our Lady of Guadalupe is the patron saint…