“You see, in my view, a writer is a writer not because she writes well and easily, because she has amazing talent, because everything she does is golden. In my view a writer is a writer because even when there is no hope, even when nothing you do shows any sign of promise, you keep … More A Writer is a Writer
These falls are powerful. May I present you with my ramblings at Mossbrae Falls in Siskiyou County, California, one day last year when I ventured out to be close to nature, enjoying my day and my solitude. Undeniably, these falls are powerful. They look beautiful but they are more than beautiful, they exude a certain … More Powerful Mossbrae Falls!
At times overwhelming and stressful with hundreds of people trying to walk, it is one of the best streets festivals to honor those who have left us. I ❤️ Oakland. (Photos by Lupitanews.)
(Life) – When everybody else seems to have someone beloved close by, but you don’t; when regardless of your victories and successes you feel lonely; when you are dreading something but can’t call it; or when you are bored and sad, and just don’t know why, this one little simple action will contribute to your feeling … More Do this #1 healthy thing and you’ll feel happier.
Masterfully played by Isabelle Huppert, Michèle is a mature woman and the head of a successful company in the video game industry, until she becomes a victim. … More Nobody Would Know What Happened, But ‘Elle’
By Lupita Peimbert. (Theatre) – It is one of those stories many of us remember. A person who in the past had a lot to do with you and you with them; perhaps unfinished business, a broken heart, or a connection still going strong many years after. Entanglement is a five-actor play led by a … More Here Is a Show For Those Who Have a Secret to Tell.
Glamping is short for Glamour Camping, a travel trend that helps people get closer to nature all year round. Read on. Find out if this is something for you. ( Travel ) – It’s no secret that one of the best ways to experience the great outdoors and be at one with nature is by … More To Glamp or Not to Glamp?
By Lupita Peimbert (Culture) – Cities and communities across the United States are celebrating the ‘Day of the Dead’, a Latin American tradition celebrated in Central and Southern Mexico. Marigolds (Cempazuchitl flowers), altars (Ofrendas), candles, Pan de Muerto, sugar skulls, Catrinas and skeletons abound in the streets and places where the festivity is observed each … More Thousands Celebrate the Mexican “Day of the Dead” in the United States of America.
Por Lupita Peimbert (Cultura) – Cada 2 de Noviembre los mexicanos en Estados Unidos celebramos el día de muertos a todo lo que da. Pero la celebración hace tiempo que dejó de ser sólo mexicana; se ha extendido a cualquier persona que aprecia la tradición, y se transforma cada año según lo que el grupo, … More Los Muertos Descansan en Paz. Los Vivos Se Mueren de Miedo | 2016
By Lupita Peimbert (Art & Culture) – A few dozen paintings and multimedia work like the one above, adorn the large white walls inside Sanchez Contemporary, a gallery adjacent to Tertulia Coffee on Telegraph Street. The coffee shop and art gallery opened not long ago in Oakland’s trendy Uptown neighborhood. Tertulia is two business … More ‘Day of the Dead’ Exhibit at Tertulia Coffee & Gallery.
“Never go on trips with anyone you do not love.” -Ernest Hemingway
A beautiful picture by John Sosenko. October 2013.
By Lupita Peimbert. #HHM2016 (Culture) – Part II. Allow me to present Latino/Hispanic key players of the past and present. The intention is to acknowledge their contributions, to inform those of Latino/Hispanic descent of the leadership we derive from, and to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. This article is also intended for anybody who appreciates the … More How Hispanic/Latino is San Francisco? Part II.
By Lupita Peimbert. (Culture) – As it turns out, San Francisco is hell of a lot more Hispanic and Latino than many would think, and although some would like to have Hispanics, Latinos and the Spanish language as “nada” (nothing), the city by the bay has deep ties to Hispanics and the Latino culture, all … More How Hispanic is San Francisco? Part I.
(Film ) Moving, remarkable, outstanding account of the horrific acts against people in Guatemala in 1982. “Finding Oscar,” is worth the trip to Marin County as this documentary is part of the Mill Valley Film Festival. The persevering of professionals determined to find the truth, a few survivors from the Dos Erres village and the … More An Outstanding Account of Horrors at the Mill Valley Film Festival.
(Latino) – CNET en español’s multimedia producer Erica Argueta presents a very interesting interview with scientist and astronaut Evelyn Miralles, who developed a virtual reality program of outstanding value to NASA’s space research, pioneering these type of programs in the industry. Check this video interview: https://www.cnet.com/es/videos/evelyn-miralles-nasa-realidad-virtual-latinos-2016-video/ About Erica Argueta: Argueta is Multimedia Producer at CNET … More Evelyn Miralles, Groundbreaking Virtual Reality.
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