Marcia
Marcia is a Mexican woman, wife, and mom of a boy and a girl, who has been recently relocated to the USA due to her husband’s job. Together they have been living abroad since 2011 and expect to continue doing so in the future since they love traveling, making friends, learning new cultures, and exploring the world. She is a former elementary school teacher who is certified in TESOL and has many interests not only including education, multiculturalism, and bilingualism. She enjoys working on crafts with her children and as a hobby, she loves crochet, painting, cooking, and baking, for which she is also certified.
Motherhood Across Cultures
I've lived in three different countries and have friends from many other cultures. I have learned so much from them, and our friendships have helped shape me as a mom.
From the Dutch moms, I...
How to Make Friends in a New Country
Many people move into the country, especially Westchester County because there are so many international companies. When you move to a new country with your family, it can be hard to make friendships and...
Post Pandemic Effects on Moms…Or Is It Just Me?
Two years ago, give or take, we were sent home from work, and our kids were sent home from school without us knowing what to do or when they would be back. We didn't...
Motherhood After Infertility
I struggled to get pregnant three times, and I lost my second pregnancy. However, I have two beautiful and amazing living children. After going through infertility, I have been very vocal (or at least...
Integrating Diverse Books for Children Into Your Home Library
Over the past two years, I have been earning my master's degree in Educational Studies with a major in Literacy. Most of my work these past years has been around multilingual/multicultural children.
I have a...
Let’s Get Real About Mom Friends
Since it’s February and a month about love and friendship, I want to explore a topic that’s not very commonly discussed - mom-to-mom friendships. There are different types of mom relationships.
When you have...
Making a Home When You Are Constantly Moving
I grew up in the same house from the age of 9 to 24. When I got married, I moved out. My kids visited my childhood house a couple of times before my parents...
Dear Mom, You Need to Read This
Dear Mom, you need to read this.
The new year has started, and maybe you hesitate to write the goals, dreams and hopes you have for yourself. I used to do that before becoming a...
How Are We Mothering Our Children?
I took time off from blogging these past few months because I had so much on my plate and had to take a step back and prioritize. I appreciate the help I received from...
A Road Trip With Kids? Yes, Please!
I love traveling! I never knew I liked it so much until I left my home country and got to travel more often. So, I have become an expert when traveling with kids, if...