A M'ija to Meet: Susana, Salvadorean
What I love about being Latina: The richness and history of our traditions; the emphasis we place on family and friendships; that we are diverse, that we come in all […]
Holiday Shopping
I’ve had several people tell me that they were planning on giving Hijas to the women in their lives for the holidays (I signed 5 books for one woman just last […]
Girlfriendology Podcast
In 2006, Debba Haupert created Girlfriendology to inspire women to appreciate and celebrate the friends who make their lives blessed and beautiful. There’s a newsletter, a couple blogs, gift ideas, book suggestions, […]
What do you say?
So, I was reading e-mails this week on a list-serv that I have been on for awhile when one of the women shared that one of her male co-workers- in […]
Magazine covers are rarely real
One of the striking conversations I had when doing the interviews for Hijas was with a young woman in her mid-20s who bought about $150 worth of fashion and fitness […]
A M'ija to Meet: Nancy, Mexican-American
What I love about being Latina: My beautiful language and the wonderful customs and traditions. The Mexican community is very tight and we are known for being hospitable and charitable. […]
It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month
I do a great deal of writing on breast cancer and so I wanted to share two things with you. First, the stats on breast cancer because sometimes it is […]
Another byoo-tee t-shirt option
We’ve just ordered a new style of the byoo-tee tee in a looser fit with a v-neck. These sweat-shop free tees celebrate the essence of so many women – both […]
Arts a la Mode interview
For those of you in the Charlotte area, check out Arts a la Mode at 8:30 pm on Tuesday, October 9th on TV Channel 21. I was in the studio […]
Onslaught: Dove's Campaign for Real Beauty
Well, the latest Dove ad in their Campaign for Real Beauty is out, and it is pretty powerful. Take a minute to check it out, and share what you think!
