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Holiday Shopping

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

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

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

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

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! 

From WebMD: Build a Better Body Image– No Dieting Required

6 ways to boost your body image and feel better about all of you. By Colette Bouchez WebMD Weight Loss Clinic-Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD If you’re like most […]