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Shutterfly has always been a favorite of mine…and now they have gone above and beyond my expectations.  The new greeting card brand, treat. is unique, fun and PERFECT! When you go to look for cards, you want to find the perfect one.  You want it to be personal and something that the recipient can relate [...]

My family…my heritage #LATISM #GenAmerica and #lafaldabienpuesta

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I love living in an area that is so culturally rich.  New Mexico is nearly 50% Latino, meaning that much of culture is celebrated, much as it would be in Mexico.  We have celebrations that you wouldn’t normally see throughout the United States.  It gives us a lot of fun ways to celebrate our heritage, [...]

Christmas Tree Advent Calendar

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If you remember last year, I created a fun Christmas Advent Calendar using foam board, letting the kids open a cup each day to reveal their surprises.  This year I wanted to make something that would be really cute to have on display, but still allow my kids the excitement of getting a little surprise [...]

Twinkies Inspired Cupcakes with Marshmallow Vodka Ganache {Recipe}

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The all the talk of Hostess closing down, Twinkies have been on my mind.  All of the stores are sold out and that leaves me stuck without my fix of sweet goodness.  I had to change that, so off to the scour the store I went! I found a display with new flavored vodkas…….and they [...]

Cranberry Mojito {Recipe}

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When I went out to Miami, I fell in love with Mojitos.  I had never had a mojito before and had no idea what to expect…but they are delicious.  The rum mixed with the minty flavor just hit home for me. Since it’s the holiday season now, I wanted to incorporate something that reminded me [...]

World Prematurity Day ~ November 17 #protectpreemies #rsv

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While I was pregnant with my youngest, I was in preterm labor for months.  I think I started having contractions around 5 months or so.  I was in and out of the hospital, several times getting a shot to stop the contractions.  It was scary to think my son might be born too early.  I [...]

Are you thankful for a mentor in your life? Big Brothers Big Sisters #LatinoBigs Twitter Party

With the Thanksgiving holiday upon us we’re thankful for mentors that have impacted our lives in one way or another. Did someone help guide your professional career? Did a coach, a teacher or a friend help motivate you to pursue your dreams? Mentors can have such a positive impact on a young person’s life path. Lets share our [...]