Yep, that's me. It's the playoffs. And when it's the playoffs and the Bulls are running, I break out the horns. You could say I'm D-vout. And what do I think of the Bulls chances against the D-vas of the NBA? More than good. And while Skip Bayless tweeted he'd take "..DWade/Lebron over Rose/Deng. Bosh is a … Continue reading D-Rose, D-Wade, D-lightful
Random Tuesday (Turgeon, superstitions, Mob Wives and zombies)
Random #1: I already tweeted about this earlier, but I'm still having a hard time with Mark Turgeon being the head coach for Terps basketball. Turgeon and Maryland, Turgeon and Maryland...no matter how many times I say or type, it just doesn't fit. Gary Williams has some mighty big shoes to fill according to Terrapin Nation and from what I remember watching … Continue reading Random Tuesday (Turgeon, superstitions, Mob Wives and zombies)
Age and arrogance (or why I believe the Lakers were swept)
Age and arrogance are not a good combination, just ask the L.A. Lakers. I'm not saying they're not a talented basketball team or an ambitious organization. What I am saying is these "experienced" players need to understand just where they are and who they are. Where they are is headed home, not to a championship game, not this … Continue reading Age and arrogance (or why I believe the Lakers were swept)
Mi madre, mi reina
Martha Andrea Vasquez Castro. My mother, mi madre. My queen. My mother would not consider herself a queen, not ever. I'm not so sure my mother considers herself strong, the foundation of her family, our family, the rock, but she is. Hers is the advice we seek, the ear we bend, the hand we hold, … Continue reading Mi madre, mi reina
There’s a new kid in town
The Daily Bobber is up and running. Guaranteed to entertain, maybe even tick you off. Ya' gotta like that.
Latino Writers Collective: Mentors deserving of success
The Latino Writers Collective is a group of Latino writers based in the Kansas City area. They are an amazing, talented, and ambitious group of artists. I had the incredible fortune of joining their collective, albeit from afar, a few years ago. While I'm not able to attend many events, workshops, or exhibits, this group of my … Continue reading Latino Writers Collective: Mentors deserving of success
It’s just the fifth day of May
I realize this is supposed to be a personal blog about my life and sports, but I have to vent. After all, it is the fifth of May, otherwise known as Cinco de Mayo. I'm not sure why I find this day of celebration so irritating and a small part of me wishes I could just lighten … Continue reading It’s just the fifth day of May
Please, pass the glue
A criticism of my writing, other than "letting go," is the ending. I tend to hurriedly close a story, leaving frayed threads of character, closure or plot to sway awkwardly in the breeze. I'm not sure why I tend to end stories in this manner. I don't believe it's a loss of interest in the … Continue reading Please, pass the glue
Tribute: Cirilo Arteaga
A tribute to Cirilo Arteaga, the voice of our community for many years, as well as infamous storyteller. He will be greatly missed. http://leavethestilettosathome.com/
Our compadre and icon: Cirilo Arteaga
Compadre: close friend, associate or companion; Spanish: joint father, godfather, friend; medieval latin: compater=with+father Our community has lost an incredible man. Cirilo Arteaga was the compadre of many, a community activist, a keeper of stories, and the voice of the Mexican American community in Wichita. He knew our history, he knew our stories, and he shared our … Continue reading Our compadre and icon: Cirilo Arteaga
Mermaid of the Plains 