Born to a Puerto Rican mother, many would think that I was destined to be bilingual. I don’t necessarily agree and I will tell you why! My boys are around me, yes, and I do speak Spanish. My husband is Dominican and he speaks fluent Spanish but my kids don’t and you know my opinion […]
Proud of Our Hispanic Heritage
As I look back on our family photos from when we visited Puerto Rico this past summer after six years away, I think of it fondly. It truly was the best vacation ever for me and I hope for my children. They were able to explore and I felt even more Hispanic than ever revisiting […]
Flu Facts And Myths For Moms
Sometimes I get mami brain fail and forget stuff! I am human, right? I am a mom that has so many things going on including a child in middle school and another in first grade while I’m searching for work and yes, worrying about the flu season that is quickly approaching. My oldest reminded me […]
Should Parents Share A Diagnosis With A Child
It was in June of 1999 but even way before this, I knew my dad was in trouble. He had been diagnosed with colon cancer before but it came back and when it did, it came back with a vengeance. I didn’t know the severity of it all but I knew it wasn’t good. My […]
The First Day Of School For Children With Special Needs
With all the hype around the first day of school, I was so looking forward to it! I was skeptical, of course, but genuinely looking forward to it. Skeptical because I know the first day of school can be rough for teachers, administrators and all school personnel (I get that) and I only wish the […]
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