Growing up, I received a chancletazo or two … Ok, ok maybe three. My Mom was a master. She aimed with precision, slapping rears in a single throw. Yup, she was the chancletazo Queen. You would think this would give me an aversion to chacletas/flip flops, wouldn’t you? But as I soon discovered not all [...]
Migdalia Rivera
Migdalia Rivera, also known as Ms. Latina in social media, is a single Latina mother of a teen, tween and 2 Australian Shepherds. When not blogging, or chasing after her energetic bunch, she connects influential bloggers with brands and PR agencies via her blogger network, Stiletto Media.
As a blogger, a Latina Blogger, I get invited to many events, both in English and Spanish. Yet, to date, I believe this event is by far one of the most exciting and most important! This Tuesday, I will attend a live in-person Minority Health Blogger Townhall event at THE White House. Not only am I excited about the [...]
When I first learned how to drive I was terrified to drive in Manhattan. The yellow cabs are BEASTS. They stop short. Swerve at a moments notice and will cut you off to grab a fare! Yet, driving does NOT compare to parking. It doesn't matter if you live in the Bronx, Brooklyn or Manhattan, [...]
Several years ago, I worked on a day to day basis with victims of Domestic Abuse. I was one of their first contacts after an arrest was made. An arrest that was made possible because of a call. According to Domestic Violence Statistics, “Around the world, at least 1 in every three women has been [...]
I'm a Latina Blogger. I work in social media. I develop and deliver media marketing strategies for a range of companies and products. This is the explanation I give others when I'm asked what I do for a living. Normally, I get a quizzical look before the person bombards me with a variety of questions. [...]
With Spa Week coming up this April 16-22, it's the perfect time to spa like a celeb for a fraction of the regular spa cost. Seeing how we love grabbing a deal and feeling like a celeb, we got the inside scoop on which spas celebrities like Oprah, Usher, Chuck, Eva Mendez, Miley Cyrus, Kevin Jonas, and [...]
Mentoring in Medicine (MIM) is a national organization that inspires and equips low-income students and underrepresented minorities with the experiences and resources to become health care professionals. If you know of a high school or college student that is interested in pursuing a career in medicine, take note, national Mentoring in Medicine Day is coming up! [...]
A few weeks ago I took my sons out of school to visit my baby sister and her family in Virginia. It was the first time we met my niece, Anaiah. It was also the first time Andrew recalls seeing his Abuelo/grandfather. Karl celebrated the little things, like being the tallest in the group. I'm letting him savor the moment since I think [...]
Latina On a Mission readers receive advance notice of sales at CVS/pharmacy. Advance notice is provided so that you can compare the current week with next week's circular; thereby, getting the best deal possible! Just don't forget to use coupons to save even more money by clicking on the link below. Click HERE to [...]
Latina On a Mission readers receive advance notice of sales at CVS/pharmacy. Advance notice is provided so that you can compare the current week with next week's circular; thereby, getting the best deal possible! Just don't forget to use coupons to save even more money by clicking on the link below. Click HERE to [...]
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