This year is coming to a close, and 2019 is right around the corner — which, for many people, means setting New Year’s resolutions, like adopting a healthier ...
There’s much more depth to the holiday season than the gift exchanges, Christmas treats and cheerful decorations that we get so wrapped up in. The season comes ...
Workforce development movement takes off in and around Sacramento.
Construction math, blueprint reading and tool basics are all covered in a week-long cons...
There’s something about Christmas that brings people together — families, friends and even people who don’t know each other.
When I was a kid, one of my favo...
Veterans are known for their exemplary bravery, patriotism and dedication to our country. But I never truly understood the extent of the sacrifices they made fo...
Just like that, my daughter, Emma, reached the prime of her toddlerhood and turned two years old — she’s determined to try everything and see what she is capabl...
There’s something about a simple act of kindness that has the power to make someone’s day or even impact lives for the better. It’s important to show our kids t...
Fall is more than a time to enjoy the colorful leaves and pumpkin-flavored treats — it’s also a perfect time to give back to others in the community — whether t...
It’s common to hit hurdles at every stage of parenting that can be discouraging, whether that be dealing with exhaustion and parent shaming, or the tantrums of ...
Across the West, The Salvation Army shapes young lives through mentorship programs.
Mentors can change a child’s life for the better, guiding through major d...
Partnership brings services to Bay Area’s homeless.
During an outreach event at a Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) station, Lt. Colonel Cindy Foley saw somethin...
One of the biggest obstacles I face as a parent is staying organized, especially on days when my toddler is taking out toys as I’m putting them away, unfolding ...
It seems like the kids just started their summer break, and already the start of the school year is around the corner. After the fun adventures they had, some c...
“Creativity is seeing what everyone else has seen, and thinking what no one else has thought.” –Albert Einstein
It’s important for us, as parents, to promote c...
Non-profit aims to open tech opportunities for San Francisco kids
By Vivian Lopez -
San Francisco is a hub of technological innovation, housing some of th...
Caught in the everyday routine of life, I realized I needed to renew my relationship with God and be spiritually challenged. I wanted to try a new way to worshi...
Moving is a change in life that is bound to happen at one point or another. Some people approach it with enthusiasm and excitement, while for others it can be a...
When I first watched the children’s movie “Coco” with my daughter, I got emotional, not just because of the beautiful story it tells about family, but also beca...
Adopting a healthier lifestyle may be difficult, but it is not something you have to do on your own. In fact, integrating your whole family on the journey will ...
It’s easy to get caught up in a daily routine with your kids, and forget to make time for yourself. You get focused on the goals you have for your kids, but, as...
Having a baby is a life-changing and rewarding experience, but it does come with its challenges. One thing many women struggle with after pregnancy is loving th...
The benefits of volunteering are endless at any age. But for children, giving back to the community can set the framework for a lifetime development of quality ...
Cooking our way to understanding
Food functions as a universal language, illustrating the history and culture of the place it represents while opening minds,...
When I held my daughter for the first time after she was born, I knew that it was my responsibility to raise her to be strong and fearless.
She may be only 1...
Vivian Gatica Lopez is a writer based in Fort Polk, Louisiana. She has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from California State University, Long Beach, and a passion for storytelling.
