How often do you send mail through the Post Office? And by that I mean when was the last time you used a real stamp? My mother still sends all her bills through the mail. But she never buys stamps. Every few months we have the same exchange: HER: “Do you have any stamps.” ME: […]
UH to offer doctorate in Spanish with a Creative Writing concentration
The University of Houston is breaking ground once again with a new Spanish creative writing program. Beginning Fall 2017, UH will offer a doctorate program in Spanish with a Creative Writing concentration…
Binge on “One Day at a Time” beginning January 6, 2017
The new Netflix original “One Day at a Time” will hit your queue on January 6, 2017. I’ve been waiting for this since I first heard about it. I’m glad Netflix shared a release date and a trailer (see below): When no one else is there to tell you you’re wrong, there’s always family. Nobody […]
My Words For Trump: Prove Me Wrong!
I have spent years trying to avoid talking politics on this blog and in most public channels. It’s a result of spending most of my professional life being a spokesperson — I’ve learned to avoid sharing my personal beliefs. Today, I step away from that. I’m not certain it will be a one-time event. * […]
Video Pick: How interpreters juggle two languages at once
Ever wonder how your brain manages speaking in two languages? I came across this wonderful TED Ed video on “How interpreters juggle two languages at once” that’s a must-watch for anyone who thinks that just because you can speak a language you also can interpret it. You actually have to retrain the way you think. […]
Video Pick: A better way to wake up in the morning
I am not now (nor have I ever been) a “morning person.” Getting up early is akin to a punishment. And no matter how much I intend to be better organized, mornings are always crazy. This video from Entrepreneur magazine has several tips on how to improve your mornings by, well, taking away your decisions. […]
Video Pick: “Sweet Plantain Casserole”
Today’s video pick is “Sweet Plantain Casserole” from the HeyVivala YouTube channel. Want to see more? check out our videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgA4r_mhyNw Real talk among bold + savvy Latinas: www.vivala.com Stay connected with Vivala: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeyVivala/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/heyvivala/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/heyvivala Tumblr: http://heyvivala.tumblr.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heyvivala/ * * * SOURCE.
Audio pick: Mexico is Houston’s No. 1 International Tourism Market
Today’s audio pick is “‘Hola Houston’ Campaign Aims to Keep Mexico as Houston’s No. 1 International Tourism Market” from Houston Matters: Houston tourism officials say Mexico is Houston’s No. 1 international market, bringing in nearly two million visitors a year. But Visit Houston wants to attract even more visitors from Mexico, and that’s why they’re […]
Video Pick: “How to Make Flan”
Because I’m all about the desserts, and a good flan is very hard to find … today’s video pick is “How to Make Flan: Recipe & Step by Step Cooking Instructions with Chef Christy Vega” from The Latin Kitchen TV YouTube Channel. Learn how to make flan with Chef Christy Vega in this quick cooking […]
Video Pick: “Avocado Hummus”
Today’s video pick is another one for the kitchen … from Martha Stewart’s YouTube channel we have “Avocado Hummus.” Hummus is one of those recipes that I’ve actually managed to master, and I’m always interested in new ways to make this tasty and versatile dip. I make a lime/cilantro hummus that I often use as a […]