Livin Mi Vida Loca

If you are coming from the CVS Facebook page or video, welcome! / ¡bienvenido! I'm glad you dropped in! If you've seen the video you know I have a surprise coming up. Haven't seen it yet? Make sure you check out the video and stay tuned. It will be posted before the end of the [...]

It’s Sabroso Saturday (Translation: Tasty Saturday)! The day when we share recipes that have helped us stretch our budget, our imagination and our taste buds, without sacrificing our health. This is a Guest Post by Rachel White of The Digital Latina. ********************Put up the decorations, trim the tree, make the coquito and lets bake some [...]

Have you heard the news? The White House may turn red! Why? Because it will raise awareness for heart health! How cool is that?! If you have never heard of Go Red for Women and/or Go Red Por Tu Corazón, it's a non-profit organization that aims to raise awareness for heart health in women. As [...]

Earlier today, I left my puppies alone for a second. They went crazy, attacking three helpless squirrels! I returned and saved two but the last .... well, I warn you the photos below are graphic. Yes, he ate the brains. Sadly, I don't think it's made him any smarter because he later went on to [...]

This week I met gratitude face to face. In the middle of a chaotic week, I learned I had more to offer when I had nothing to give. Like most women, I am constantly juggling my time to accomplish as much as possible in a 24 hour day. I make to do lists, trying to squeeze in [...]

Last week I purchased a slew of dog treats for my puppies. When I went to open one, I noticed the below. Did you notice the expiration date? IT EXPIRED TEN YEARS AGO! Sadly, this is being sold in my neighborhood. I won't state the name of the store because of privacy issues (Mine, not theirs!) However, [...]

Last week I had the opportunity to attend the LATISM 11 conference in Chicago. It was my first time visiting Chicago. Even more exciting, I was going sans kids. The morning started bright and early. My flight was scheduled to leave at 6am. I was ready. Having learned my lesson after missing my flight to Disney, where I [...]

I wanted to post this yesterday but have to admit I was beyond exhausted. I flew out to Chicago in the early morning to speak at the Latinos In Social Media (LATISM) Conference. I'm beyond excited to be speaking on a panel titled "The Riches Are In The Niches" on Thursday at 2pm, Central Time. [...]

Because sometimes you need a contract...even at home! After drawing up the below contract for my 10 year old tween, he asked for an attorney. Brave considering I was irate but I took a breath and explained this was a small claims court case, so no attorney was needed (Every moment is a teaching moment [...]