Lessons From My Mother
Mi Madre My mother has always been a strong woman. Much stronger than any of us could have ever imagined, I think. She was the one who crossed the Rio Bravo with a child on each arm, my brother Chuy...
View ArticleThe Story of How My Mother Hot-Wired Our Car!
The pain is still unforgettable today. The rest of the details – nevermind how hilarious – until this weekend, at least for me, were pretty much forgotten. Now if you’ve ever had an ingrown toenail...
View ArticleMy Mamá Is Gangsta: Sending Tamales Via USPS!
Tamales by mail = Gangsta! Who knew?? I wouldn’t normally say this about my mother, much less in front of her, as she would either: a) be insulted by the use of the word “gangster” to describe her,...
View ArticleModesty Above All Else Means Saying No In Order To Say Yes
¡¿Pero para que van a gastar tanto dinero?! Pero si aquí hay comida. Acabo de poner un arroz y frijoles. Nombre van a gastar bastante y a mi ni me gusta la comida en esos restaurantes. El arroz...
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