Blending Baby Teeth Traditions When I was a little girl growing up in Guatemala I would leave my baby teeth under my pillow for the Ratoncito (little mouse) to come and take them during the night and leave me money. My oldest daughter, Ariane, lost her first tooth soon after her 6th birthday and to … Read more
The Day of the Dead or Día de los Muertos is celebrated throughout Latin America. In this holiday ancestors and loved ones that have passed away are remembered and honored. It is a celebration of the lives of those who are not with us any longer and views death in a very positive way. It … Read more
I just love October and love Halloween. It’s such a fun time of the year. I have always liked dressing up and now that I have children I enjoy it even more. Being bicultural and bilingual gives us the opportunity to blend traditions and I have to say Halloween and El Día de Los Muertos really … Read more
