Memories of microaggressions and celebrating different lived experiences It’s the evening of the 4th of July. Just another day for me. I have no plans to celebrate. I watched siblings who were out of summer school today. That was fun. It usually is. The sun’s setting and parties are gearing up for the fireworks, while […]
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The evolution of Latino masculinity is finally happening guys! via GIPHY LA PLATICA Last week, La Platica, the #1 Latino Podcast in the world, according to Google, played a card game called Preguntas, a “bilingual conversation card game” created by Hija de tu Madre. This card game is no joke. Not only does it get
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He’s a runner he’s a track star. He’s a code switcher extraordinaire A picture of Mario Lopez in NBC’s The Golden Girls episode titled, Dorothy’s Prized Pupil S2:E21. The episode where Mario was deported. Okay, so maybe not exaaactly, because code switchers don’t run away when things get tough. They adapt. And that’s the damn
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The first chapter had me hooked but a quarter of the way through, I felt torn. Isn’t that everything a book lover wants? A book lover also wants for that feeling to remain throughout the book, with a little grace given for a few slow burn moments. Not too hard, not too soft, just right.
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What Are Microaggressions? How it feels Are you a person living in America who identifies with indigenous and non-European cultures? Have you ever experienced a situation where you were treated differently, talked down to, a situation that left you feeling a little, off? Microaggression feels like a backhanded compliment, lack of sincerity, like the other
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Aaaaaand … I’m already late! Yikes. But I am right on Mexican time, so how’s that for you, colonizers who are early, Target! Starbucks. I’m talking to you. 😁 Note to self, have the first Hispanic Heritage Month post ready to post before August 15th. Some of the big brand companies have had their collaborative
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*Spoilers Ahead This post contains affiliate links. This means I may earn a commission should you choose to sign up for a program or make a purchase using my link. It’s okay – I love all of these companies anyways, and you will too! When Barbie dropped her first heel via GIPHY Smack dab in
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When I first got my hands on American Dirt, I was so excited to read it. First impressions I’ve loved books ever since I was a child. As an adult, I allowed my “busy” life to get in the way of my love for reading. I lived in survival mode. Like many immigrant families learn
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