Specialists in both disability and psychology agree that the arrival of a child with disabilities creates in most parents first a state of shock, followed by the progression through the stages of denial, then anger and resentment before healing begins. They then enter the period... Continue
Voices Of The New Majority
Back in the day, I was lucky enough to play music with some of the best rock and blues musicians in Sonoma County. The Schellville South Side Blues Band, Camp 1, and Sirius hit all the hot spots – Mama’s Royal Café, The Creamery, The... Continue
By Mario Castillo Latino journalist Jorge Ramos’ book, “The Latino Wave,” refers to the role we Latinos will have in choosing the next president of the United States. The more I think about it, I’m afraid it’s only a nice, attention-grabbing title. The reality is... Continue
by Esmeralda Sanchez Moseley I am constantly thinking about leadership and reflecting on the qualities of an effective leader. I have read many books, attended seminars, and I have even obtained a master’s degree in educational leadership and policy studies. However, after all of my... Continue
By Loretta Carpio Carr I recently engaged in an online discussion about Sonoma’s status as an elitist community. One woman said that in contrast to her former hometown Santa Barbara, which was populated by celebrities, Sonoma was a normal, family-friendly town. I guess it depends... Continue
Your servant Alex Águilar is very pleased to be back again after a few months’ absence. This time I’m addressing a topic which is a bit controversial, the wages paid to the Hispanic people – hard-working, responsible and above all, full of dreams and aspirations.... Continue
“Service without humility is egoism.” -Gandhi I keep the best moments of the year present in my heart… and I am grateful for each one, and for those who have carried on at my side despite adversity. Some projects will continue, others will certainly appear, but... Continue
By Loretta Carpio Carr As we approach another new year, we often reflect upon the changes we would like to make in our lives. We may resolve to exercise more, eat less, or learn a new skill. A recent trip to the grocery store brought... Continue
Thanksgiving is almost here, and with this celebration we also welcome in the upcoming Christmas festivities. Gatherings of friends and family, parties and food. It is a very “spiritual” time as well. And with all the laughter, music and drinking, no one hears the crying... Continue
As a kid, I spent many Sunday nights at my grandparents Augustina and Pablo’s house with my cousins, playing the latest 45 dance records and gossiping about our classmates. Meanwhile, our parents ate donuts and drank coffee around the grey Formica table in the kitchen,... Continue