Stories of Mothers and Daughters

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A Latina daughter, her American immigrant mother, and 157 Barbies I want to begin this blog with a story that reflects the complex relationship between American daughters raised by Latino immigrant mothers and at the same time highlights the resolution, creativity, and endurance of both Latino mothers and their daughters. The title of the blog […]

The Sunday Poem: Mercedez Holtry…Latino Roots – Duke City Fix

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Good morning, early risers! Rich Boucher here. Are we ready to do this? Is anyone ever really ready for poetry? What is the best hour for poetry? Is there suc… Source: The Sunday Poem: Mercedez Holtry…Latino Roots – Duke City Fix

Becoming Bicultural: Risk & Resilience in Latino Youth – Dr. Martica Bacallao – YouTube

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Drawing from her co-authored book, “Becoming Bicultural,” guest speaker Dr. Martica Bacallao explores the individual and family dynamics and societal messages behind bicultural development and sheds light on the factors that lead to positive or negative consequences for immigrant youth.

i am latina and i live – Quirky Rican

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I AM A LATINA THAT HAS THOUGHT OF SUICIDE I AM A LATINA THAT HAS THOUGHT OF SUICIDE THIS MEANS I AM A LATINA THAT HAS THOUGHT ABOUT KILLING HERSELF BREATHE THIS IN WITH ME I HAVE THOUGHT ABOUT TAKI… Source: i am latina and i live – Quirky Rican