Bits and Pieces, Soul Nibbles

A Moment of Grace

Sometimes forgiveness comes like a brief moment of grace out of the blue, unplanned, like an accident that changes you … Continue reading A Moment of Grace

Bits and Pieces

4-Year-old Cristina

Last night, my mom and I went for a wonderful walk through downtown and looked at the festive city lights … Continue reading 4-Year-old Cristina

Bits and Pieces, Poetry

I. Am. Afraid. of Cities.

I am afraid of cities, all jagged and hard, blades of concrete leaving dreams mutilated and scarred. Where concrete … Continue reading I. Am. Afraid. of Cities.

Bits and Pieces, Educanneries

To Know Forgiveness

I have had the wonderful opportunity to facilitate forgiveness and restorative practice workshops through the Tariq Khamisa Foundation and learn … Continue reading To Know Forgiveness

Bits and Pieces, Poetry

It’s Okay If All You Did Today Was Survive

In the wake of Non-stop violent tragedies I ask myself, What do we need to do To save our world? … Continue reading It’s Okay If All You Did Today Was Survive

Bits and Pieces, Discovering the World, Poetry

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

Bits and Pieces, Poetry