Life

Pent up to Protest

Pent up then protest. Great idea. “Caged” people in their homes. Separate them from all they know. Society. Work. And most importantly family and friends. Then let the fury unleash after months of isolation. Let the rage come out to burn down the cities you once loved to live in. Finally coming together and yet instead […]

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Life

I can’t breathe

I can’t breathe. Three words that hurt my soul to the core. First and foremost, at this very moment, my heart aches for George Floyd, his love ones and all that his death now means to all of us. Along with this comes the great ache in my heart for my brother who passed away […]

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Life, Travel

a Gringa in Havana

My love for Latin culture runs deep.  The irony is I have no idea why.  I grew up with German roots in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and yet a salsa song comes on and you’d think I’m busy celebrating my very own Quincenara.  I’ve been fortunate enough to enjoy many incredible adventures to Latin countries- from Colombia […]

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Life

Full Circle on a Saturday morning

I wake up early on this fine Saturday morning to go and enjoy a relaxing morning and catch up on writing.  For me, writing is a beautiful way to recap life’s experiences and moments that, although may seem small at the moment, are truly what makes life worth living. I arrive at Coffee Bean and […]

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