One of the things that has surprised me the most about myself is my courage and bravery when it comes to fighting for and pursuing my dream.  I’m not gonna lie, I’ve given my inner self many high-fives along the way impressed with my own moxie…and the funny thing is, I don’t really consider myself [...]

…and so should you if you are in the Southern California area!
Proceeds from this event will be used to continue funding the phenomenal programs offered at Tia Chucha’s Cafe Cultural including workshops in writing, art, poetry, music, cultural heritage and so much more.  Find out more about the vision and mission of Tia Chuhca’s.  Amazing [...]

Part the third in an [undetermined number]-part series follows the continuing adventures of Mav and the Open Mic night at Tia Chucha’s Cafe Cultural.  This part happened just this evening and yes, I’m still all aglow from the events!
Tonight a friend of mine came with me; he is a budding poet and is doing well [...]

Do you ever have moments that you just know you’re gonna hold onto and keep forever?  Those precious times that you tuck away in the inner pocket of your soul stowed away safely but easily accessible so you can take it out again and remember and feel what you felt when that moment first happend.  [...]

I’m reading this amazing book by Luis Rodriguez.   I’m taking my time with this one. Like one might savor each bite of a rich meal, I am taking time to mull over each chapter, each challenge.
I first encountered this author a few years ago when I stumbled upon his memoir, Always Running, [...]