FEATURED: “Effects Of Sexual Abuse” (Jo Anna’s Blog)

By SoLatina | April 30, 2012 - 1:11 am |

I always knew that your life experiences shape who you are at any given point in your life. Through my studies in psychology I have come to understand the fundamental concepts that define why and how our experiences, and other factors, can shape the person we have become. A theorist named Abraham Maslow developed the concept of the hierarchy of needs; it states that all people have 5 essential levels of needs that must be completely satisfied in order for a … Read more →

Cosmetologist Yvette Camilo – “I’m 30″ (Part 1)

By SoLatina | April 30, 2012 - 7:38 pm |

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“Wow. Life does have a sense of humor.” I laugh to myself as I sip on a glass of merlot. Me drinking wine? Funny, I know. 15 years ago I thought wine was one of the most disgusting drinks on earth. Now I can’t live without it. I can’t help but look up at the sky and admire the clouds while I remember who I was 15 years ago, who I expected to be when I hit the big 30, all … Read more →

“I Need My Space…Not A Fling! (A FB Guest Blog From Nancy)

By SoLatina | April 30, 2012 - 5:05 pm |

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I’m 21-years-old and have two kids. I was 17 when I had my daughter but I’ve been with my baby daddy since I was 16. Now that I’m older, I don’t know if I really want to stay with him. I care about him a lot, I really do. I just don’t know if I’m IN love with him. I have an uncle whose wife cheated on him recently. At first she apologized and everything seemed almost normal, but then she … Read more →

Assistant On ‘The View’ Shot In NYC Deli While Trying To Protect Cousin Visiting From DR

By SoLatina | April 30, 2012 - 10:48 am |

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A production assistant on the TV talk show ‘The View’ was shot in the stomach during an angry stand-off in a New York deli yesterday – all because she took too long ordering her food. Three armed thugs fired at Lourdes Guillen, 25, as she tried to protect her cousin, Juan Medina, 24, who had already been shot twice. The bullet is still lodged in Miss Guillen’s stomach, but doctors at Manhattan’s Bellevue hospital say she is in stable condition. Mr. … Read more →

“No Good Days Without Bad Days” (Crystal R’s Blog)

By SoLatina | April 29, 2012 - 6:50 pm |

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Lately things have been going great for my family. My husband got a big promotion and we might finally be able to buy our first home. There is no family drama…everything is good. But just like everything else, there’s ALWAYS bad with the good. In my situation, the bad is both of my doctors. Anyone who has read my blogs knows that I have both mental and physical problems. First off, I have had these huge damn migraines for two months … Read more →

Van Plunges More Than 50 Feet From Highway Near Bronx Zoo, Killing 7

By SoLatina | April 29, 2012 - 2:42 pm |

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A van flew off an elevated portion of New York’s Bronx River Parkway Sunday afternoon, falling more than 50 feet before landing in a horrific crash that left seven people dead, multiple news outlets reported. The accident, near the Bronx Zoo, happened at about 12:30 p.m. local time, authorities said. It’s not clear what caused the crash. According to the Associated Press, the van was headed south when “it bounced off the median, crossed all southbound lanes over to the guardrail … Read more →

Miss Dominican Republic Stripped Of Her Crown After Only One Week

By SoLatina | April 27, 2012 - 12:24 am |

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Carlina Duran, a 25-year-old beauty who was crowned Miss Dominican Republic 2012 on April 17th, has been forced to relinquish her crown after only one week. The reason is simple: She’s married and didn’t disclose it. Duran was given the boot as Miss DR after pageant officials say she violated a rule which requires all contestants to be single at the time of the event. Duran, who owns a spa in Santo Domingo and comes from the town of La Vega, … Read more →

“Is She A Mother?” (A FB Guest Blog From Angel)

By SoLatina | April 27, 2012 - 12:05 am |

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People have always judged me because I’ve never liked my mother. Everyone seems to have a nasty remark to make in regards to how I feel about her. However, no one has ever asked, “What did she do to hurt you that bad?” Well, here is my story. My mother had me at 14 and had my sister a little over a year later. She moved away with my sister but decided to leave me behind with my nana (my father’s … Read more →

People En Español “Mas Que Belleza” Event 2012 (by Rebecca Perez)

By SoLatina | April 25, 2012 - 6:11 pm |

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When I was asked to attend this years People En Español’s “Mas Que Belleza” event as a representative for SoLatina, I was floored! Being part of such an epic event was not only an honor, but truly inspiring! This event not only celebrates the beauty of Latina women, but also the mark they are making on the world. It felt so amazing to be surrounded by Latinas like myself who all share the same vision. The energy in the room was … Read more →

“Wrong Breakup” (A FB Guest Blog From Karla)

By SoLatina | April 25, 2012 - 12:54 pm |

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I have a daughter who is 2-years-old and her father left me before she was born. When I was with him it was an abusive relationship. About 8 months ago I met a guy in a chat room. We began talking and two months later we started going out. Before I said I would be his girlfriend, I made it clear that I was not looking for a short relationship. I am no longer in a position where I can afford … Read more →