Jessica Salazar Collins
Jessica Salazar Collins is a momma of two boys, 11-year-old Joshua Arturo and 5-year-old Trinidad Ramon. Jessica was born and raised in Kansas City, Mo., (she lived in Westport before it was cool) and is the only KU Jayhawk graduate in a family of Mizzou Tigers. She loves all things Frida Kahlo, chocolate and superhero related (boy mom necessity). In her spare time, Jessica likes to search the web for all things about Tangancícuaro, Michoacán (the mother land), low carb recipes and tips on understanding Marvel comics. Jessica is a third generation Latina trying to keep alive her Mexican traditions with her sons.
I’m a Sexual Assault Survivor Raising Boys
This year, I am reclaiming Mother's Day. Seventeen years ago, on Mother's Day weekend, I had to drive home from college to tell my mom that I was raped. As a parent, I can't...
Help! I’m in a Hair Funk
Ok mommas, lets get real for a moment. I have not cut my hair in six months. It's not because I haven't tried. I tried numerous times. It was usually was put on the...
Confession: I’m a Cafeteria Catholic Sending My Kids To Catholic School
I’m not a fan of the term Cafeteria Catholic, but that’s who I am. There are a lot of us, too! If you’re not familiar with the term, we’re Catholics who take what they like in the Catholic doctrine and...
Let It Go!
I was supposed to write a post about my 20 year high school reunion and how I never forgave my childhood bully. Why do I still think about her?
I was also supposed to write...
Does My Kid Need a Bulletproof Backpack?
My husband came home from work one day and asked me to watch a story that he shot and edited. He is a photojournalist at a local TV station and this is a common...
My (Not So) Perfect Snow Day
I remember snow days so fondly. My brother and I would stay in our jammies all day. We would watch movies, read and relax. My mom would make a hot, homemade meal. Heck, I...
My Big, Fat Mexican Family
I will never forget the first time my husband celebrated Christmas with my family. To say he was overwhelmed is an understatement. He sat in the corner sweating and looking confused. I have 24...
What Do You Do When Your Person Moves 1,431 miles Away?
The past 365+ days have tested me.
We celebrated the one-year anniversary of my grandfather’s death due to Alzheimer’s. I hate the word Alzheimer’s with a passion. It robbed me of the patriarch of my...
I Am Not Raising My Son To Be An Athlete
I used to see her almost everyday. She was yelling on the sidelines at her son. He wasn’t sad or embarrassed, in fact he hung on her every word. She was his ultimate cheerleader....
Daycare Doubts: Questions to Ask When Choosing Childcare
It's one of the toughest decisions you will make as a parent. Choosing a babysitter or childcare provider can come with lots of questions, concerns and doubts. Let's be honest, if you need a...
My Career Comes First, and My Family is OK With It
I was raised by a stay at home mom. Scratch that. I was raised by the most amazing stay at home mom. At age 21, my mom graduated college to became a dental assistant...
Everything I Need to Know About Racism, I Learned at Age 11
It's hard to believe that in 2017, we still have to live in fear of being bullied or attacked because of the color of our skin or our gender. Watching the news lately, reminds me...
Why I Keep My Maiden Name
"Mrs. Collins!”
My son’s friend had to yell in my direction at least three times before he caught my attention. I was caught off guard. You see, I do not use my married name on...
