In Mexico
By: Marlett Mojica
In Mexico, families always stay together and are very close. Another thing about the Mexican culture is that it keeps the Mariachis alive. People around the world enjoy listening to their music. Mariachis mostly play at birthday parties or in a big celebration. Other than the music being heard. Anoth [...]
Latina Beauties
For years, Latinas have worked hard to break beauty barriers in the U.S. Now that we have managed to forge our own identity in American society, a part of me is thrilled with what Latinas have achieved and the role models that are now available for many young girls. On the other hand, I can't help to think that this progres [...]
Mi Barrio: Phoenix, AZ
I spent the early part of my childhood in Phoenix, AZ until my family moved to California, where I was actually born. It was a memorable time.
I remember our house. A small white house with green window flaps. There was a big front yard with two wire fences. The backyard was enormous but as I grew older, it got smaller. [...]
Pasadena, TX
I grew up in Pasadena, a city on the outskirts of Houston. My childhood memories make my hometown so special to me. Pasadena is where I had friends and family within walking distance, and I first learned how to drive on its streets.
There is a majority of Hispanics who live in Pasadena, so people share similar values and t [...]
Undocumented & Unafraid
For Edilsa Lopez, an undocumented immigrant born in Guatemala, coming out about her immigration status makes her feel nervous, but she has no fear. “I am undocumented and unafraid," she states. "With no fault of being here undocumented because I didn't chose to be here undocumented. Right now, I am a student who has serve [...]
Sibling Rivalry
“I get annoyed with the way she does things or says things,” shares Gabriela Garza when she talks about her sister. “We fight about clothes and money, or even plans we've made like if we want to go to a movie or to a restaurant.”
Sound familiar? This kind of behavior is common among brothers and sisters. Siblin [...]
Three Generations
One of my favorite memories growing up was when I was a little girl sitting at the kitchen table looking up at my mom and grandmother as they made tamale. I remember the masa leaving globs of off-white goo on the table, while everyone around the table shared their stories, memories and happy tales. Now, I take place in the [...]
Top Quince Trends
The quinceañera has been a tradition for many generations, but today's quinces are not your mother’s traditional quinceañeras. Today, Latinitas push the limits of this coming of age celebration with new and exciting trends.
The Court
The vital quince court has been a staple in quince celebration. Now, courts come i [...]
Fifteens, Drama Queens and Sweet Sixteens
In the Latino culture, many girls celebrate their coming of age through a significant ceremony called a quinceañera. Usually this occasion is marked by a girl turning fifteen years of age, hence the phrase “quince.” As many generations of Latin Americans become settled into the United States and become more “American [...]
Reflections of Cuba
As a country still living in the shadows of communism, Cuba represents a combination between an old and new life. This past summer, I received the opportunity to spend a week in the island’s capital of Havana for educational purposes. Before hopping on the plane, I had no idea of the many adventures that awaited me. In my [...]
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