For A Nerdy Latina “The Simpsons” Was Always A Comfort

For A Nerdy Latina “The Simpsons” Was Always A Comfort

Mary Mata January 27, 2012

Anyone who even vaguely knows me knows that I absolutely love “The Simpsons.” I quote them nearly every single day, which I am sure can be irritating. I watch them […]

How “Yo’ Momma’s So Fat” Jokes Made Me A Better Person

Mary Mata January 4, 2012

I think I grew up within the generation that had it socially tougher than my parents, but not as easy as our children. Sure, my parents had to cross a […]

My Father, Machismo, Baseball And “The Talk”

Mary Mata August 17, 2011

At one time in our lives, our parents called us to their side, and even though they assured us we were not in trouble, we saw they were visibly nervous. […]

The Most Dangerous Environment — Middle School

Mary Mata June 29, 2011

June is a magical month when you work at an elementary school. It is a time for new beginnings — as in summer vacations. When you work at an elementary […]