This is a compensated campaign in collaboration with and Latina Bloggers Connect. But, of course, all opinions are my own. I'm looking forward to The Big Game. I'm talking about the Superbowl, of course. And, yes, I know who's playing and all, but truthfully, these days I'm more concerned with the menu than with what teams are on the field, ...
Archives for January 2015
What’s Important Right Now – January
I have lately been so caught up in telling all about my latest travel experiences (Skywalker Ranch, anyone?) that I have not stopped to write about the things that are happening in my real life and taking up space in my heart and mind. And I know I always tell you that some things are "not important right now," so I decided to share ...
Gary Rydstrom Brings ‘Strange Magic’ to Life
As part of our whirlwind trip to Skywalker Ranch (She's at it again!) we had the privilege of interviewing the director of the film, Strange Magic.Director Gary Rydstrom may not have a household name like George Lucas, but the man has some serious film credits to his name. Gary Rydstrom's name is practically synonymous with ...
Movie Review: Strange Magic
Last week during my visit to Skywalker Ranch (Is she ever going to stop talking about that? Umm...no.) I got to screen the new film from the mind of George Lucas, Strange Magic.We had the unique privilege of watching the film in Skywalker Ranch's state-of-the-art Stag Theater with George Lucas himself. Insufferable. I told you. Also, please ...
Elijah Kelley Shares the Love in Strange Magic
I told you I couldn't stop talking about my visit to Skywalker Ranch and everything to do with Strange Magic and today is no exception. To recap, I was invited by Disney and Touchstone Pictures (along with 24 other fabulous bloggers) for a once-in-a-lifetime tour of the famous ranch and for a screening of the new animated film, from the mind ...
About Love and Strange Magic with George Lucas
Last week (as you know because I can't stop talking about it) I visited Skywalker Ranch in Marin County, California. I was invited by Disney and Touchstone Pictures (along with 24 other fabulous bloggers) for a once-in-a-lifetime tour of the famous ranch and for a screening of the new animated film, from the mind of George Lucas, Strange ...
Strange Magic at Skywalker Ranch #StrangeMagicEvent
There are places in this world that are legendary to us über-nerds. Skywalker Ranch, located 40 minutes north of San Francisco is one of those places. Earlier this week I was privileged to visit the fabled home of Lucasfilm's amazing postproduction facility, Skywalker Sound and tour the ranch itself.I was invited along with 24 other ...
Cuban Food Poster – Winners
Seriously, people. I read every single one of your comments and I swear that your love for Cuban food shows right through. Thank you all for participating and sharing your favorite foods and your stories behind them. I'm grateful that you are enjoying my poster. Thank you for that. I love mine. And I figured you'd love it, ...
Happy New Year Cuban Food Poster(s) Giveaway
I've got all this great Happy New Year energy going right now and I have so many stories to tell and I'm going to San Francisco next week to visit Pixar and Skywalker Ranch. I just feel like I want to share the love and happy vibes. If you were in my town, I'd say, "Hey, come over for dinner. I'll cook you something ...
I’m going to Skywalker Ranch and Pixar. (Don’t hate me.)
You know that thing we Cubans do on New Year's Eve? Not just the eating of the 12 grapes and throwing the bucket of water out into the street, but the one about carrying a suitcase out into the middle of the street at midnight if you want to travel in the coming year? If you are confused about any of these Cuban New Year's Eve Traditions, ...