Baby boy has grown to love many superheroes, including some of the Avengers. The entire family, really, is a fan of the Avengers characters, particularly Iron Man and The Hulk. My baby boy already owns a few Avengers shirts and toys, so he was ecstatic to see the awesome items we were sent courtesy of […]
Changing Curly Hair Attitudes: 3 Ideas to Help You Love Your Curls
My mami once told me that I was born with tiny curls in my hair…and so, she tried to “brush them out” by brushing my hair numerous times a day. I don’t hold this against her. She simply repeated what was taught to her. You see, in our culture (as in many Caribbean cultures), a […]
Fresh Organic Produce Delivered Right to Your Door with Pero Family Farms’ Organic Healthy Box! {Review}
We’ve been buying a lot more organic produce these days, all in an effort to eat healthier. Mostly, my husband and I are the ones eating them, though the kids have been a little curious. One reason I’ve been able to buy more organic foods is that organic products are becoming more affordable. The price […]
Our Trip to Puerto Rico: Must-Do Wish List
I told my husband that I wanted to celebrate my upcoming 35th birthday in a big way. I wasn’t sure what I wanted exactly, but just felt an urge to “do something big for my birthday.” Being the incredible husband that he is, he responded with, “Want to go to Puerto Rico?” So, a couple […]
Summer Cook-Out Idea: Pork Burgers with Plantain Crisps and Mayo-Ketchup {Recipe}
In Puerto Rico, roast pork is one of our staple foods, as are plantains. The two are often combined and served in various ways. In honor of National Hamburger Day coming up on May 28, and the start of summer grilling season, I thought about how to combine these flavors into a savory hamburger. Pork […]
