Losing a Job Vs. Closing a Business

Joyudas Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico

Being vegetarian for the past 6 years has created some inconveniences when it comes to finding places to eat. But one that probably has impacted me the most is not being able to have lunch or dinner in a majority of restaurants in Puerto Rico. Yesterday as we drove to the west coast of Puerto…

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Money Flow Puerto Rico & United States?

Income Flow Puerto Rico To United States

There is always a big question that many people ask themselves. How much is sent in Federal Funds to Puerto Rico every year? Answering that question in just a specific dollar amount without understanding completely what all of that would be irresponsible. Even worst when people continue to repeat that federal aid to Puerto Rico…

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Small Puerto Rican Literary History

Puerto Rican Flag - by Raúl Colón

My place of birth, Puerto Rico, has produced many artists in a diversity of disciplines. From Benicio del Toro to Ricky Martin. Locally we see our international stars in mainstream media as actors, singers, and entertainers. The creativity of these folks and their experiences might create the perception that the rest of island does a…

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Don Quijote, “Molinos”, Health Risks, & Santa Isabel

Molinos Santa Isabel

UPDATE: The project will be completed by August and operating fully by November. Where those that live near by put themselves and their loves ones at risk. We had the privilege of being mentioned by Global Voices online with some more information on the issues these turbines present.  In the Novel, Don Quijote by Miguel…

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Honoring The Fallen!

Memorial Day Weekend 2005

The first time Lucy and I visited D.C. was in 2005 on Memorial Day weekend. We reached D.C. at 4pm and walked for hours. We finally gave up bit over midnight and decided to head back to the hotel. On Saturday we woke up as early trying to do as much as our short visit…

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