Welcome to Casa Lotus
Dear Reader, Welcome to Casa Lotus, home of my heart and heart of my home. For you to understand what I mean by this, it’s…
It’s (More Than) Okay to be Angry. Anger Can Help Us Heal.
Somehow, growing up, I came to believe that anger wasn’t ladylike or socially acceptable. “Forgive and forget” was my mantra, but you know what? That…
Pain is Personal. How to Talk About YOURS
At some point, you’ve probably seen a doctor or dentist or physical therapist who asked you to rate your pain on a scale of 1…
Celebrating the Release of On the Way To Casa Lotus!
On May 4, my memoir, On the Way to Casa Lotus, will be published. Writing a book by my fortieth birthday has been on my…
The Real Reason I Celebrated my Fortieth
A few weeks ago, I reached a milestone: my fortieth birthday. Forty is often approached with a dose of dread. The multiples of ten are…
Start a Cleansing “Laughter Practice”
I am a true believer in the saying, “ laughter is the best medicine.” Not just because I enjoy a good laugh with my dear…
The Power of Intention
During my early days living in Austin after fleeing Mexico with my family for our safety, I created a display with several dozen colorful little…