Paula Bendfeldt-Diaz 
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This is part of a sponsored collaboration with MedImmune and Latina Mom Bloggers. However, all opinions expressed are my own. My little girl was born at 37 weeks, she had a low birth weight, weighing only 5lb and she also had trouble breastfeeding. When my daughter was only 3 months old I had to go … Read more
Thank you USA Pears for sponsoring this post. With fresh pear season underway, click here to check out more pear recipes! The weather is starting to get chilly, even here in Florida, and I am in the mood for something warm, comforting, sweet and easy to make. Poached pears is one of my favorite fall … Read more
I am over the moon excited to have the opportunity this year to attend the LATISM 14 conference and am deeply honored and grateful to have been included among a truly amazing group of blogueras and influencers as a Top Bloguera 14! Last year I had the amazing opportunity to attend LATISM as one of … Read more
If you’re looking for traditional Day of the Dead foods to serve during the Día de Los Muertos celebrations, you are in the right place! The Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, is a Latin American holiday in which loved ones who have passed away are remembered, honored, and celebrated. An essential … Read more
Get ready for Día de Los Muertos festivities by stocking up on these fantastic Day of the Dead food ideas! This unique celebration is not spooky but a time to honor the deceased, full of joy and color. And like many other holidays, food plays a huge role in the Day of the Dead celebrations. … Read more
New Smyrna Beach remains an unspoiled gem where blue skies meet over 13 miles of white sand and it’s no wonder that it has consistently been voted one of the “Best Beaches” in Florida. Well know for it’s great surfing New Smyrna boasts a range of activities and attractions suitable for the whole family, with lots … Read more
The Day of the Dead or Día de Los Muertos is a traditional Mexican holiday celebrated on November 1st. It honors the lives of our family members and loved ones who have passed away. Here are 25 easy-to-make Day of the Dead DIY crafts you can do with your kids. Some of these are so … Read more
This year we are decorating the house with a Day of the Dead theme. There are sugar skulls and marigolds and even Day of the Dead inspired pumpkins. At home we have really embraced the Day of the Dead as the perfect opportunity to inspire in our children a appreciation for those family members who … Read more
These Day of the Dead sugar skull pumpkin candle holders are an easy Dia de los Muertos craft project. These DIY Day of the Dead pumpkins will make a fun centerpiece and are also ideal for a Day of the Dead altar. At home we celebrate El Dia de los Muertos or Day of the … Read more
