Overcoming mental illness

Back to School – Vuelta a la Escuela

For 25 years, the end of August found me in the stores with a list in my hands looking for school supplies and back to school clothes for my children. Since my first-born went to kindergarten, I have been thrilled with the anticipation of what comes ahead, waiting for the roller coaster of emotions that…

Commencement / Ceremonia de Graduación

The 650 students marched the processional with their burgundy gowns and their geometrical caps before the school authorities took turns in congratulating the graduates and wishing them a successful life. As we sat there waiting for our son’s turn to get his high school diploma, we held hands and looked into each other’s tearful eyes…