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Hi there! Welcome. I’m a born and raised Cali girl who moved to the Mid-West in July of 2015. Together with my Jamaican hubby whom I met at Berkeley in the 90’s, I am raising 3 multi-racial (JaMexican) kids in St. Louis, Missouri. In addition to writing this blog and parenting, I also work as a non-profit fundraising consultant. My passions include women’s issues, girl power, social justice, multi-racial, homeless/food bank, education and the arts.

As the oldest of 5 girls and from a large Mexican-American family, I enjoy writing about my childhood and the many experiences and characters that were a part of that time.

Since moving to the Mid-West, I have found myself drawn into listening to other people’s stories and learning about whatever journey they might be on.

I think a million little journeys make up a person’s lifetime and my desire is for this space to encourage you along your own journey whatever that might be.

Come back and visit often!

Liz

18 thoughts on “About”

  1. Brilliant, Liz!!! What a personal and lovely way to allow us all a peek inside! Much better than just Facebook. I will miss you, but am so excited for your adventure. You have the best attitude. We all have to put those big girl panties on at some point. Love you, S

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  2. I love it Liz!!! The Jackson Five’s will flourish and grow on their adventure. I am excited for you and yours. i look forward to all the great stories.

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  4. I have found myself drawn into listening to other people’s stories and learning about whatever journey they might be on. Ah yes. I recognize the spirit about you. You’re a true pilgrim. I’m glad we bumped into each other! May the winds be with you on your way! 🙂

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    1. Oh! Forgot! Thanks for the follow. Congrats on the three kiddos, too. Our daughter Stefanie Kavitha is from Bangalore, India. It’s interesting raising kids from other cultures and trying to keep their cultures alive for them. It’s an important job.

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      1. Don’t know what your interests are, but have you ever heard of the Shoah Foundation? (https://sfi.usc.edu/about) It’s about listening to and documenting stories of Holocaust survivors. I believe Steven Spielberg had something to do with getting it off the ground. If I was young enough to start a new career, it would be working in something like that. I’m fascinated with WWII history.

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  7. Hi Liz! Thank you so much for leaving enough encouragement in my Page. After I read your comment,i felt grateful knowing such warm people here in WP. I have been blogging for only 1 month & yet I have met so much wonderful people here. I could feel so much sincerity in your words & now i know why. You are one passionate Mama, i admire your heart for working with a cause at the same time raising your 3 kids. Thank you for taking the time to know me,it’s much appreciated. Looking forward to know more on your side as we continue this journey 🙂

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  8. Hello Liz, you know already that I am glad our paths have crossed here in WP.
    I wished to meet you someday and give you a big hug. ( sighs! )

    I know time is so precious in your world, but if you would take on this challenge, I would appreciate it so much.If not, I still want you to know how much I appreciate you.
    Thank you so much for being so kind to me, your words means a lot and our interactions here in WP has been a vital part of my blogging experience.

    I’d like you to take on this challenge : https://justbluedutch.wordpress.com/2016/03/20/lost-in-the-forest/

    Thank you and I hope you have fun & enjoy the next 7-days writing about nature.

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    1. Hello friend!!! Thank you for inviting me to be a part of this challenge. I am on vacation with limited access to internet so I’m not able to participate. I will post soon a picture if I’m able to. I would love to meet you someday on one of my adventures!!!!

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