One of my first visits to the United States years ago had the mission of learning more about the language, and I clearly remember my English teacher who, upon seeing me, told me, “You are Colombian”! His comment left me speechless because without knowing me or hearing any of my Spanish accent, he identified me immediately. He only told me: “You have it written on your forehead.” Searching for definitions on the web, Hispanics are

Anybody who has read my column over the past few years knows that I am a pretty big fan of Halloween, specifically, and of autumn in general. Sunflowers and apple pies (the scent of cinnamon is my jam!) and Halloween decorations and carved pumpkins, oh me, oh my! I have enjoyed sharing quite a bit of information about Halloween in past articles, but this year, I want to go in a different direction and of

The holiday season is a time to gather and celebrate with family. In recent years, families have become more and more diverse, particularly in regard to faith. For example, data from the Pew Research Center indicates that 46 percent of Jewish adults between the ages of 18 and 29 are children of interfaith marriages. A greater number of interfaith marriages means it’s likely holiday hosts will be celebrating among family and friends with different religious

I am part of a generation that grew up in the process of implementing technology on a personal scale. When I was a child, I had the opportunity to play with my neighbors around my house, ride my bike for hours, watch television only when my mother allowed me after I had finished my chores and obligations at home; and I went from having long-players to CDs. That was the most technological thing that I

Senior resource hub adds three new businesses     One Senior Place, the senior-focused information and resource center at 8085 Spyglass Hill Road in Viera, announces the addition of three new businesses to its network of senior service providers. Joining the OSP affiliates are Parasol Melbourne, an active 55+ living community; MASA Medical Transport Solutions, providers of emergency transport coverage; and Virtuous Senior Living Management & Consulting Services, servicing the Central Florida senior living industry. The 45 resident