When I Finally Got a Name for the Disorder That Affected My Self-Image
This experience did not make me into a resilient person, but, instead, it showed me how to live my life with a resilient mindset.
How to Decorate Your First Home
Once our offer had been accepted and we were set to close, the real work on creating our dream home started.
Where I Come From: A Land of Rushes of Gold and Light
We are still sifting through the dirt, refining the treasure, striking it rich
Greenery 101: Low Maintenance, Potted Plants for the Plant-Loving Newbie
There are countless low-maintenance varieties that are perfect for the first-time plant parent.
‘You Look Like Her’: Thoughts on Processing the Death of My Grandmother
I didn’t want my mom to look like her. I feared that she too would one day look at me and not recognize her daughter.
Gratitude for the Unexpected Beauty Found in a Pandemic
I am extra grateful for these beautiful moments that remind me of the importance of this historic time.
Letters To My Younger Self: To the 18-Year-Old Learning to Walk in Confidence
You are capable enough to choose the life you want for yourself. Don’t be afraid to upset people.
A New Perspective on Culture’s Definition of Beauty
Do not hide behind your smile. You are strong. We are stronger.
Fashion Through the Decades: How 1940s Western Fashion Inspires My Style
These classic elements of 1940s fashion portray the versatility and diversity that inspire my wardrobe.
Home Is Where the Coffee Is
I’ve found another person in another coffee house who finds wonder in the same things as me.
Rethinking the Importance of Hospitality in a Pandemic
We’ve heard the phrases “unprecedented times” and “new normal” countless times since the beginning of COVID-19. Perhaps the removal of convenience is the most consistent thread that ties the world…
Reclamando Mi Cultura Como Mujer Mexicana-Americana
Me envuelvo en mi cultura. Reclamo mi cultura. Reclamo mi identidad por completo.
