I didn't get the opportunity to go away to college. It's the one thing I regret the most. Because of this I always encouraged my sons to think about out of state colleges. I wanted them to experience certain freedoms and interactions that they would not have received if they stayed nearby. Yet the one [...]
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Outdoor Spaces, Hotels, and Love
We are finding different ways of living in harmony. Our mismatched love languages, how we express and give love, are often at odds. Learning these differences is teaching…
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Flan de Queso with a Crunchy Honey Roasted Caramelized Base Recipe
Updated: Oct 11, 2021 If you’re looking for a sweet taste of Puerto Rico, you must master the flan de queso or cream cheese flan. It is perfect for…
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Interactive Bilingual Website Helps Combat Health Disparities in Latino Communities
This past weekend, I received the COVID-19 vaccine. This was due in large part to the initiatives my state has created to ensure the Latino community has access to…
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Block a Week on Your Calendar for a Chance to Win a Free Trip to Puerto Rico!
Although I was born on the island and attended school in Puerto Rico, I have spent most of my life in States. But la isla del encanto / the…
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Food Security is an Issue for the Hispanic / Latinx Community in the United States #FoodSecurity #AnthemCares #Sponsored
Click HERE to read this article in Spanish. This post is sponsored by the Anthem Foundation. Maria* has two children. She works a part-time job while attending college to become a…
We're super excited to tell you that Latina On a Mission has teamed up with DC Entertainment to share information about the DC Super Hero Girls: Super Heros Chock Full of Action-Packed Girl Power and also host a giveaway! As a child I collected comic books. It helped me bond with my oldest brother and our closest [...]
Today Latina On a Mission starts a new fashion series called Friday #Fashion Five. We'll feature new trends and chic finds. We'll also use the series to showcase outfits of the day (#OOTD). Feel free to let me know what you think in a comment! This week we're showcasing the Cork Edition. The Friday #Fashion [...]
As the proud fur mom, aka dog owner, of two Toy Aussies, I'm the first to admit that I baby them. I bake them special treats, take them to the park, buy them special clothes and even read to them! They're family. So when others complain that dogs take up too much time and money, [...]
This is the year of fitness! We are going all in and these products will keep you motivated. Scroll down to grab ShopBops' 25% coupon code before purchasing any of these items. Restrictions apply. Spanx in active wear?! We're in love! Not only do these offer support, they are stylish to boot. Visually, the [...]
Over the years, I've spoken openly about the abuse I witnessed as a child. The first time I met my biological father I watched him beat my stepmother. Bang. Bang. Bang. Her head hit the kitchen counter. Then the wall. *Lo que pasa en la casa se queda en la casa. He pounded on her [...]
It's been eight years since my divorce was finalized. Yet, I'm still learning how to co-parent with my Ex. This stage in my life, my boys' lives, didn't come with a manual. It's been a learning process. I may not have all the answers, but what I have learned is that letting go is essential [...]
Recently, while speaking to a neighbor the topic of divorce came up and I mentioned I was divorced. She seemed shocked. Her: Well that changes everything! Me: How so? Her: I thought you were a single Mom! Being a divorced Mom makes you respectable. Growing up I often heard the chisme/gossip about the woman down [...]
A few weeks ago I received Chris Tomlin's Adore: Christmas Songs of Worship CD for review and giveaway. My oldest son introduced me to Chris Tomlin several years ago. Since then he's been one of my go to singers and this Christmas album doesn't disappoint. Full of worship songs, Adore, Chris Tomlin's first Christmas CD [...]
We have exciting news! It's time for another Shopbop sale. Use the coupon code below for additional savings. Check out the Shopbop Holiday Gift Guide for ideas for her, for him, for the kids, and for the home. They're one of a kind, unique, options that are versatile, trendy and perfect for the holidays ... [...]
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