May I know my curse; May I know even better, my blessing
I learned that the things we want can come into our lives as a blessing or a curse. Let me … Continue reading May I know my curse; May I know even better, my blessing
Author: Cristina
The Butterfly Effect
What would I go back and change about my life? Nothing. Not because there aren’t experiences I would have rather … Continue reading The Butterfly Effect
I AM GOOD
Yesterday, a student I’ve been mentoring was suspended for giving a xanax to another student. He was expelled earlier in … Continue reading I AM GOOD
De Gotita en Gotita
Why getting your dream all at once can feel like too much: My grandma used to say, “De gotita en … Continue reading De Gotita en Gotita
Laboring for the American Dream
On Saturday I participated in the Day Laborer Outreach event that Border Angels coordinates once a month. We headed out … Continue reading Laboring for the American Dream
Fandango Fronterizo 2016
I want to acknowledge my daughter,Carmen, for having introduced me to this beautiful event and reawakened my passion for the … Continue reading Fandango Fronterizo 2016
Desert Water Drop (Borderlands)
The work of the Border Angels (Angeles de La Frontera) is driven by the following words: “When I was hungry, who … Continue reading Desert Water Drop (Borderlands)
The Alchemy of Your Presence
In my heart I carry the memory of when I first me you. I asked if you were mine; Tita … Continue reading The Alchemy of Your Presence
broken english
I’ve held on to this poem for quite some time, now. It pierced my soul, made me feel some kind of … Continue reading broken english
Her Hair
Spongy little corkscrews, like bouncy springs colliding in mid air. Fast moving pirouettes, untamably bold without a care. . Ven … Continue reading Her Hair
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