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It’s been quite some time since I’ve written a post. I have officially exited my self-imposed political ban after last year’s election results… nuff said! Thanks for sticking with me my Latina In Law Lovelies!
Summer is such a great time of year. The kids are out of school enjoying their free time and even the office load seems a bit lighter this time of year. For our household, though, Summer is travel baseball season in Michigan. This year, my son and his 12U travel baseball team had the wonderful opportunity to travel out of the State of Michigan to participate in the Cal Ripken Tournament in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The tournament was over the Memorial Day holiday, as a result, our family extended our time in South Carolina and made it a family baseball vacation.
Not knowing what to expect, I was impressed with the Ripken Experience grounds and facilities. The umpires and staff were all very friendly. But probably one of the best services they offered was professional photos taken of your ballplayer so that you could concentrate on watching the game without having to worry about missing “the money shot”. While there were numerous photo packages and framed photo options, I opted to buy all the digital photos, which came with a complimentary 8×10 of my favorite photo. Purchasing all the digital photos meant that I was free to do whatever I wanted with them. The best buy, by a long shot. The first two photos above are two of my favorites taken by the photographers. These photos are ones I will keep for a lifetime.
This was my first time to Myrtle Beach. We stayed at the Ocean Reef Resort right on the Atlantic Ocean. Suffice it to say, it was beautiful. We were fortunate enough to have great weather and the resort had every amenity we could ask for. I would definitely go back for another stay. Check them out here: http://www.oceanreefmyrtlebeach.com. We stayed in a 3 bedroom condo with an ocean view and even received a special room rate since we were playing in a Cal Ripken Tournament. The kids had a great time on the beach; swimming in the ocean; learning how to surf; swimming in the pools; drinking daiquiris (w/o alcohol), and playing in the arcade in the evenings. We were fortunate enough to have some of our extended family join us so the vacation was truly a family affair. It was a great baseball vacation and an excellent way to kick off Summer 2017. [click Title for comments]
The sky is blue and the sun is shining down on Detroit, Michigan. At long last, the day Detroit baseball fans have been waiting for after a long, cold winter. Opening Day is first and foremost, an “unofficial” holiday in the State of Michigan. I’m not certain of the numbers, but practically no one is working on this day… and if they are, they are likely following along on their smart phone or streaming the game on their desktops.
Springtime in Michigan not only brings blooming flowers and trees, it brings a renewed and fresh perspective of our beloved Tigers’ chances at the pennant. It’s a day of celebration as the City of Detroit and the entire State of Michigan join together to celebrate “our” team. It is that spirit of unification that I love most about baseball. Baseball unifies all people; which is why today in the City is the very best day in the City.
We are headed to the CoPa (shorthand for Comerica Park) and it is certain to be rocking. Enjoy the day and watch for Miguel’s first homer of the season… he will most certainly not disappoint! Happy Opening Day Detroit! [click the Title for comments]
On December 17, 2014, the United States and Cuba announced that they would begin the process to normalize relations between the two countries. Since that time, the two countries have established diplomatic relations and opened embassies. Agreements have been reached to restore direct flights and mail service. Commercial ties have been expanded and increased the capacity of Americans to travel and do business in Cuba.
On March 22, 2016, President Obama became the first American President to visit Cuba in 88 years. During this historical visit, the President brought “saludos de paz” and shared his vision for what the relationship between the two countries should be. Speaking in English and some occasional Spanish, President Obama emphasized that a country’s greatest asset is its people, leaving the Cuban people with a hopeful message for the future.
The President’s historic visit to Cuba was capped off by an exhibition game between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Cuban National Team. This was the first Major League Baseball match in Cuba since 1999. [click the Title for comments]
Exhibit Opening and Panel Discussion, a Must See!
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan. This March 29th, please join the Walter P. Reuther Library for a Panel Discussion to celebrate the opening of a New Exhibit “From the Margins to the Core: Latino Workers in the Nation’s Auto Industry” on loan from Michigan State University. The exhibit spotlights the voices of Latino workers to explore their impact on the auto industry in Michigan, drawing from photographs, oral histories, and other archival records. Panelists will discuss the contributions of Latino auto workers from a variety of perspectives.
Panelists include:
Cindy Estrada, Vice President, International Union, UAW
Rubén Martinez, Director, Julian Samora Research Institute, Michigan State University
Celso Duque, Trustee, UAW Local 22
Robert “Bobby” Ramirez, Bargaining Committee, UAW Local 600
March 29, 2016
5-7 PM
Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs
5401 Cass Avenue, Detroit, MI
This event is part of the Reuther Library’s “Latino Americans: 500 Years of History” series, which is supported by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the American Library Association. “Latino Americans: 500 Years of History” is part of the NEH Initiative, The Common Good: The Humanities in the Public Square. [click the Title for comments]
