Carnaval is a fun time to celebrate with kids. The music, the sites and the food are so bright and vibrant; kids are just naturally drawn to the energy of Carnaval. Here in the states Carnaval and Mardi Gras are somewhat interchangeable. The premise is the same, which is a whole lot of partying before … Read more
Lent is an austere season in Latin America, 40 days full of self denial and sacrifices in preparation for Easter. But before we deprive ourselves of carnal pleasures we make sure to kick it off with a huge party known round the world as Carnaval ( see where the name comes from?) While the Lenten … Read more
This is part of a sponsored collaboration with Latina Mom Bloggers and Walgreens. However, all opinions expressed are my own. First impressions are specially important when it comes to business. Weather you are attending a conference or meeting with a client, the way that you present yourself will influence people’s perception of you. To get the best results … Read more
This is part of a sponsored campaign with Being Latino and Red Lobster. However, all opinions expressed are my own. There is just something so special about lobster. As a child, growing up, I remember that whenever my parents wanted to treat us to something realmente especial we would eat lobster. This happened very seldom … Read more
Bananas are delicious on their own account! but with little effort, you can create some incredible desserts. In Guatemala, bananas are popular, as you can imagine, and a huge variety of food is made from or accompanied by bananas. Guatemalan Bananas are delicious and cinnamony and light, all-around fantastic. Place these bananas on pancakes, brownies, … Read more
I have to admit that I was not a huge basketball fan before I moved to the USA, but now watching basketball games with my family is something we really enjoy doing as a family. My daughter loves basketball so she really got me into it and when there is a big game coming it’s … Read more
Valentine’s is just around the corner! And I have been trying to come up with ideas to use all the scrapbooking paper I have lying around, so I decided to try these adorable DIY paper boxes. They double as gift boxes to hold love notes or for packaging a small sweet treat. Using just a … Read more
This is part of a sponsored collaboration with Latina Mom Bloggers and Disney Studios. However, all opinions expressed are my own. When I was growing up at home there where always animals. I am not talking about the tradtional pets like dogs or cats, mi house was practically a jungle and during my childhood we … Read more
It’s time again for the Olympics! Supporting your country (or adopted country) is fun and the Olympics are a great way to show our children that hard work and perseverance can pay off . To get into the spirit and support team USA in the Winter Olympics ( Guatemala hasn’t participated in the Winter Olympics … Read more
When it comes to a city that offers countless opportunities for fun and education, Washington D.C. is atop the list. Filled with monuments, historic sites and museums there is always lots of things to do. I have been traveling to Washington D.C. since I was a kid to visit family there so when we took … Read more
