I love celebrating my beautiful country as we approach Cinco de Mayo! One of the things I enjoy about traveling to other countries is their going to the market and enjoying their "artesanías", their folk art. Mexico’s artesanía tradition is a blend of indigenous and European techniques and designs. Some are trained artist others have been past down the skill from one generation to the next. I love the decorative details and blend of bright colors that are used. I have wanted some cute … [Read more...]
Mexican Christmas Traditions, Activities and Food Ideas
I was having a conversation with a newspaper editor about Mexican traditions and about how our family integrates them living in another culture and married to a man of a different culture. He asked me to write an article about it and when I sent him my first rough draft his response I was surprised. He said, "In my observation, you really don't share much about your Mexican culture." It was merely an observation but for me it turned into a challenge. You can follow along … [Read more...]
Hispanic Heritage Month Ideas for Kids
I am absolutely thankful for the wonderful cultural heritage I was born into! I love our Hispanic family values that carry on from one Latin American country to another and they were firmly established in my home from very early on: family day on Sundays, respecting our elders/parents, love for God, strong work ethic, slow pace of life, loyalty and honor, unexplainable love and respect for your mother.... When I was younger I took for granted all of the amazing things our … [Read more...]