Conquering Resistance
When I began my career in writing, I thought that 60 hours a week (about the same minimum I worked as a college administrator each week ) would be a […]
Muchas Hijas Americanas
I had a great day today in Indianapolis. I started the morning with the Association of International Women’s book club discussing the themes and currents within Hijas Americanas and the […]
Green Awakening: Our Bottle Habit
Just came across these stats about our bottled water habit. In 2005, Americanas spent more than $16 BILLION on bottled water. We know that in many cases (like Aquafina, which […]
A Medley
So, I have a medley of different things today… 1. I am headed to Indianapolis on Monday. Are you there? If so, join me at a book signing on Wednesday […]
Green Awakening
I am “Woodsy the Owl”. Or I thought I was because I recycle everything in sight: the cardboard rolls in toilet paper, the plastic that sheathes wrapping paper. Recycling for […]
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Airport
So I had a great visit to El Paso, Texas last week. Thanks for the hospitality, ICE and UTEP. And I have a funny to share from the morning of […]
A Body Warrior to Meet: Donna
What I love about myself: ability to have an interesting conversation with just about anyone My biggest challenge in accepting my body and beauty: is understanding why only one […]
I Heart Emma Thompson
Hello! I was on the road last week and have a couple of things to share with you. First, I love this blog entry in response to the Pay Up post […]
A M'ija to Meet: Ivana, Boricua (Puerto Rican)
What I love about being Latina : The sensuality and caring nature we have. Plus we’re pretty damn sexy! What I love about being Americana : I have plenty of […]
Looking for a book to read?
Just came across this list of suggested reads in recent Latino and Spanish literary fiction from Booklist online. I’ve included the opening paragraph here in the hopes that it entices […]
