🦋🪷Transcending Life’s Obstacles and Challenges🦋🪷
Interviews… tea & life updates.
Todo Llega a Su Final
I finally finished my Kundalini Teacher Training at the end of May. I have been integrating the teachings since then. I am so glad I was able to do this for myself. I feel so accomplished.
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Hola Comadres,
Life updates:
We have begun summer and it definitely isn’t summering like it used to. I had to take a job teaching summer school because a sis needs a little extra income. So here I am I had a whole 1 day off last week after the last day of school and then I had today off and tomorrow. The kids are in starting July 5th. I was also informed that due to the fact that there are a bunch of special education teachers leaving the school they will need me back in the classroom. This has basically cemented the fact that I will be looking for another job elsewhere. What will I be doing I don’t know but there has to be a better way. I want to work smarter and not harder.
Besides that we haven’t really planned out summer at all. Aidan wants to go to DR and I want to go, but I am still on the fence about it. I have to figure out what I want to do that will be fun for both Aidan and I. The date finally arrived for my brothers wedding so that was a mini-getaway to the Poconos. I was thinking of doing something like that this summer. Kinda mountains that I can take the dog with me and not have to pay for dog sitting.
My brother’s wedding was beautiful I was asked to officiate by the couple. So I had to write a script and say the words. It was so awesome the way my brothers included Aidan. Not that I expected any less but it was beautiful to see. I couldn’t help but get choked up. Seriously though it was an unconventional wedding and it really did fit them. During the processional Aidan was allowed to walk with his backpack on and they really didn’t get upset about him doing that which was so fire. I know my brother gets Aidan but I am still so grateful for that little gesture. Even though, Aidan wasn’t officially part of the wedding party my brother made sure that I got him a suit that matched and he got him a pocket square and tie to match the grooms men. He even got him a tie clip with his initials it really was super sweet. Aidan felt loved and accepted. I also want to shout out our new family for being so awesome with Aidan as well especially my sister in law Joell. Below You will see some pics from the wedding.
Hot Mom Dating Chronicles
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Hot Mom Dating Chronicles 〰️
Dating has been dry like the Sahara. I have been in communication with a few gentlemen but it has been nothing to write home about.
Hot Mom Dating Chronicles
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Hot Mom Dating Chronicles 〰️
I began a new Sadhana called the Kirtan Kriya with the Brujas of Brooklyn. According to the 3HO website, “This meditation is said “Want to pull in all the loose ends, focus, and concentrate? Here’s a mantra to help you consolidate and change your habits. This mantra is a catalyst for change. So don’t be surprised if your spiritual cleansing process is vastly accelerated!” -Shakti Parwha Kaur. This meditation brings mental balance. Through this practice, the mind awakens to the infinite capacity of the soul for sacrifice, service, and creation. It is said that a person who meditates on this sound current for 2.5 hours a day for a year, will know the unknowable and see the unseeable. Research has shown that 12 minutes of Kirtan Kriya a day can improve cognition and memory function, and helps to prevent the onset of Alzheimer’s disease.”
Meet Marcy Campos | Podcast Host/Producer, Educator, and Kundalini Yoga Teacher
Your girl was featured in a new article from Shoutout LA. You can read more about it over on the Media & Press page.
Shoutout LA Article
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👑Welcome to the Raj 👑
Interviews… tea & life updates.
Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training
I am so glad I said yes to myself and decided to begin this new journey in my life to become a Kundalini Yoga Teacher. This experience has been like no other and I feel so fortunate to be able to sit at the feet of my Master Teacher, Siri Rishi.
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Hola Comadres,
Life updates:
We were on Mid-Winter Recess and we didn’t do much but rest at home. I spent time with my mother and family for a few days. Aidan is good, he informed me this week that he is part of a men’s group and they meet Thursdays… I said I was proud of him, but deep down I wanted to cry. What do you mean a men’s group? WHAT MAN? are they putting in this group… you are still my baby.
Besides that everything else is good with him we have been busy helping to plan for my little brother’s wedding. We were able to secure a band and all that. Pretty cool, that wedding is coming in hot. I remember thinking wow that date is so far away when we go the save the date card and now its like a few months away. HELP!
As you all know i have been dating and its been going. I had to cut a few people loose because we had a few months getting to know each other and I didn’t see them being proactice with trying to actually meet in person. I kinda felt bad, but also one of them was calling me babe and we still hadn’t even FaceTimed yet. 👀 It was a little weird and it was giving red flags. That person is still great and the other one too I wish them the best on their journey.
Now let’s talk about these last few dates…
Hot Mom Dating Chronicles
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Hot Mom Dating Chronicles 〰️
Grab your mug sis cause the tea is hot…
Soooo… I went on a date with a very handsome dude. Like this man looked like as if he belonged to the Jabari tribe in Wakanda… Let me describe him: tall, handsome, dark smooth skin, beautiful features when I saw him… I was like woah… Record scratch let’s go back to the beginning of the date.
Bueno, before I got there I was beginning to get apprehensive because he kept saying… “Let’s hang out… “ I was like ,,, hmm what do you mean by that? Anyway I still went to the date. When I was on my way there he texts me… don’t judge me I am wearing ma sweat shirt and crocks… I was like excuse me what now? Mind you I wasn’t all the way dressed up but you know how I do I like t jazz it up especially on first dates. At this point I wanted to cancel, but it was too late… I was in the cab on my way to the place. He picked a spot to meet up that was supposed to be like a pub… 😩. When I got to the place I was pleasantly surprised it was giving speak easy vibes. Anyway, so he wasn’t kidding he really was wearing a sweat shirt and crocks. My problem isnt with the sweatshirt so much because a nice clean sweatshirt and some dope sneakers for a low key date is fine in my book, however… the crocks is where I draw the line. I kept an open mind and stayed the conversation was good .
Hot Mom Dating Chronicles
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Hot Mom Dating Chronicles 〰️
I began the Kundalini Raj Teacher Training on March 4 that weekend was incredible. The energy alone is worth it, and I’ve learned so much I am in awe because this is just the beginning. In addition to the training I also have to take part in daily sadhanas in addition to the one I am already participating in with my sistars The Brujas of Brooklyn. Overall, I am feeling amazing even though I am a little tired I am not going to lie. I’m still adjusting to getting up at 4am to practice Sadhana every day. I know in the long run it is for my self improvement. I also started reading the Baghavad Gita as part of my homework for the class. That story is amazing. I highly recommend. Also, learning the origins of Yoga is so cool. I love history and practice, so this is a little bit of both. I can’t wait to continue to share my journey with you. To those of you that contributed and sent me some money to help I appreciate you and wish you abundance.
As many of you know I am a teacher, and a single mother. The fee for the training is $3650 for the training if you cannot contribute please share. Here are the details on the training:
KUNDALINI RAJ Infinity Life Course
240 HOUR TEACHER TRAINING
Live Streaming + Interactive + In Person
LED BY SIRI RISHI
YOGI AMANDBIR + SIRI PRITAM SHIRLEY JOHNSON
With Guest Teachers
Elsa Mehary, Hadiiya Barbel, Akhet Baily Rollins,
Dejah Kirti Preet, and Alexandra Moga
Link to Temple 143 Kundalini Teacher Training Page:
Temple 143 Teacher Training Page
For those of you willing to help thank you in advance and wishing you abundance in all areas of your life. Once I become certified I will offer a sadhana practice free of charge for those of you who donate.
Thank you,
La Comadre Marcy
New Services Being Offered
New Services
As part of getting money together to pay for this training I will now be offering services to help my comadres with my area of expertise. If you would like to book these services please use the link below to book .
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If you would like to make a donation
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Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training
Interviews… tea & life updates.
Communidad
Reaching out to my community to ask for assistance in embarking on this new phase of my life.
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Hola Comadres,
Life updates:
I will be starting the Kundalini Raj Teacher Training that will span from 3/4 to 5/21 it is comprised of many hours of training. At the end of the training I have to take a test to become a certified official tissue Kundalini Yoga Teacher. I have been feeling a calling for a while now to embark on this training and bring healing to my community. As many of you know I am a teacher, and a single mother. The fee for the training is $3,850 it covers 3650 for the training plus the fees from Go Fund Me:
KUNDALINI RAJ Infinity Life Course
240 HOUR TEACHER TRAINING
Live Streaming + Interactive + In Person
LED BY SIRI RISHI
YOGI AMANDBIR + SIRI PRITAM SHIRLEY JOHNSON
With Guest Teachers
Elsa Mehary, Hadiiya Barbel, Akhet Baily Rollins,
Dejah Kirti Preet, and Alexandra Moga
Link to Temple 143 Kundalini Teacher Training Page:
Temple 143 Teacher Training Page
For those of you willing to help thank you in advance and wishing you abundance in all areas of your life. Once I become certified I will offer a sadhana practice free of charge for those of you who donate.
Thank you,
La Comadre Marcy
New Services
As part of getting money together to pay for this training I will now be offering services to help my comadres with my area of expertise. If you would like to book these services please use the link below to book .
If you would like to make a donation
Scan this QR code or find me on:
CashApp
$marcycamp15
Venmo
@marcycamp15
Zelle
marcyrivas15@gmail.com
Go Fund Me
Alignment and then some
Interviews… tea & life updates… new episode.
Alignment
Lately things have just been falling into place and that things are happening with more and more ease. I am so grateful that things are happening this way.
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Hola Comadres,
Life updates:
Since last week I have continued to practice the Sadhana consistently. Yoga is going amazing and I am really enjoying the practice I am getting stronger every day. This weekend was pretty low key, I cleaned my house a little. I went on a date on Saturday. It was alright, he took me to a Mall… while I appreciate him taking me out. I kindly let him know that… that isn’t my type of vibe I don’t enjoy malls or restaurants in Malls for that matter. If I am out with family that is one thing, however if he is trying to get with me or is planning on having something more long term with me then I need him to be a little more romantic. I know I may sound like a spoiled brat, but I am and have been very clear with my expectations. Besides that this guy is cool people. We will continue to see how it goes.
In other news, I was interviewed by Voyage LA Magazine and the article went live this Monday. It was nice to see everyone showing support for the article. I feel so blessed.
This week’s episode is Great
It features the amazing Tiffany Hammond the voice behind the Fidgets and Fries Account on instagram. We were able to really embody the spirit of Comadreando where we felt so comfortable discussing Tiffany’s experince being on the spectrum, being the mom of children on the spectrum, and an author. We discussed the intersectionality of race, gender, and disability.
Our episode together airs this Wednesday February 15th, 2023 at 5 am on all platforms where you consume your podcasts.
Happy Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year 🧧🌝… tea & life updates… new episode.
Xīnnián kuàilè (Happy Lunar New Year)
May this lunar new year bring you an abundance of blessings as we usher in the year of the Rabbit. 2023 is supposed to be an auspicious year.
The week before last they called me to ask if I wanted to send Aidan to respite camp for the long weekend. I immediately said yes and started getting him ready to go to camp. I definitely needed a little break I have been with him since the summer and he hasn’t been to the overnight respite camp for a little while since August. It was much needed. I was able to go to Yoga without being stressed about child care or rushing back to relieve the baby sitter. I got a manicure and pedicure done tranquila quieta. I actually headed to Jersey and spent time with my brothers and mom on Sunday. On Saturday I went on a date and it was nice and just what the doctor ordered. We watched Avatar 2 as a family it was a very, very good time. By the time Aidan got back I felt very recharged.
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Hola Comadres,
Life updates:
This past week I had COVID. Lord! So I had to take time off of work from Tuesday to Friday. I was pretty sick. It felt like I had a respiratory infection. I was able to keep Aidan away from me for the most part. Those days off forced me to slow down and take care of myself. I have some really amazing friends, Claudia brought me some anti-flu tea. People are so willing to help sometimes you just have to let them.
Besides that I was able to edit the next two episodes which was nice. Also, I recorded the first episode for season 4 its a good one. I interviewed the director of the new Autism Charter Schools. Can’t wait until you hear what she had to say. As far as yoga, I was responsible and didn’t go to the studio until I was all the way better. So this week I am back in full force. As far as the Daily Sadhana I am currently up to day 24. This has been the easiest Sadhana for me. I don’t know but there definitely is no resistance on my part maybe this is my spirit telling me this is right for me.
In other news, I have been busy wedding planning with my sister in law. I am excited because that is another thing to look forward to in June.
Things that brought me joy this week. Can we talk about how Aidan for the first time ever decided to FaceTime my mother and I while he was at camp and have a full blown conversation with us and tell me he missed me. I know people are thinking maybe what is he big deal, but the point is this is the first time he ever did that without prompting. We spoke a few times, however he did call the police on Sunday night. 🤦🏽♀️Thank God they know him already from the last time he was there, but we definitely do need to have a conversation as to what constitutes an emergency and what 911 is used for. After he arrived he continued to script “AAAAHHHHHH the POLICE!!!!” Anyway, I was sad that Aidan has never been on the camp’s IG and that weekend I went to look at their facebook page and Mr. Aidan is all over it. Here are some of the photos. If you want information about the overnight respite camp you can send me an email via this website and I can hook you up with the information.
As far as the Medicaid Service Coordination I have decided to switch agencies because the other one has no sense of urgency they are very laxed and I need someone who will make my life easier. This year is a year of ease and I am declaring it. My new care manager is amazing I used to work with her at another agency what I love the most about her is that she is also a special needs mom and is on it.
This week’s episode is DOPE
It features the amazing Daisy aka Ms. D of the Double Dose of Raw Talk podcast. Fellow uptown girl, Ms. D and I were able to really embody the spirit of Comadreando where we felt so comfortable discussing uncomfortable topics together. We discuss growing up latina and not being the stereotype of beauty in our culture and our journeys to self-love. We also talked about Mr. Kanye West claiming to be autistic and then the death of DJ Twitch.
Our episode together airs this Wednesday January 25th, 2023 at 5 am on all platforms where you consume your podcasts.
Comadre Happy, Happy Time
Comadre Happy Time… tea & life updates… new episode.
January 2023
The new year is off to a start… lol. I hope you are all well as you read this blog post. The comadre happy hour was so much fun. Thank you to everyone that attended you are greatly appreciated.
Some pictures from the 1st Comadre Happy Hour of 2023. Pictured Clockwise starting top left: La Comadre Michelle, Mi Compadre Ismael and his wife Milly, My fellow Mamichula Yaya and her Bae, Middle School friends Jenn and Jackie, College friend Sindia, and fellow podcaster the 16th Letter P of the Men on Pause Podcast.
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Hola Comadres,
Life updates:
This past week I was dealing with BS at work. Even though I love what I do I can’t help, but feel sometimes that I would be better off doing something else. I have been sitting on this thought I want to say since before the pandemic. This of course was heightened during since I was in a very toxic work environment that was affecting me to the point that it was damaging my mental health. That was the year that I was put on antidepressants. I was having panic attacks at work and having heart palpitations. Everyone kept telling me relax that not to take things so personal, but sincerely it was a terrible place to work at. I can’t completely feel comfortable anywhere in which I feel that I cannot trust the staff or supervisors. It keeps me constantly in a state of high alert and after prolonged exposure to that type of environment my mental health starts to decline.
Fast forward to now, I switched work places and everything was going okay. I knew there was drama but as usual I was keeping myself at the margins as far away from it as possible. It has come to my doorstep. I want to add a sidebar, I feel like the way that people are trained to work in schools it is very much an us (staff) vs. them (admin) environment.
When I think of it you would think it should be structured in that we are all there for the students, but that isn’t the case. I actually got in to the program to become an administrator and when I saw everything close up I declined my acceptance into the program. Why you ask? because I was naïvely thinking that I would be able to effect change in that way and I quickly realized it was a pipe dream.
I experienced one of my close friends doing the program and the way that she was then expressing herself about her fellow teachers really made me wonder what it was that they were teaching them in this program because it definitely wasn’t like her. It is a very divisive rhetoric. If you think you can go in an disrupt the way that they are taught to supervise then you have another thing coming because then you definitely will not be able to ascend the ranks. It is all very political. I think of the training that law enforcement goes through as well. It doesn’t matter who goes in there after a few years they start thinking like the rest of them and that gang mentality takes effect.
All that to say that I am currently dealing with some crap at work that has me pretty bummed, but I really am not surprised at this point. I am a disruptor and I am not here to kiss anybody’s boots and make them feel good about themselves I am there for my kids I don’t suck up to people and if you think that I will to get somewhere you have another thing coming. I will always, always, always speak up for myself. period. Anyway this should blow over soon.
In the meanwhile however it has had me sit down and really think about what I want in the long run. You know what is funny? right as I was going through it I came upon an offering by the Kundalini Guru, Siri Rishi, she is offering another cohort of Kundalini Raj teacher training and I decided I am going to do it. I am also going to work on getting certified to be a Vinyasa Yoga Teacher. Might as well merge two of my passions into one thing and look forward to what I do every day and eventually go into business for myself. 🤞🏽
I began a Sadhana with fellow Yogi Mirirai we are doing a daily 333 practice of Kundalini Yoga it is helping me a lot. I am also attempting to be more consistent with my Yoga practice since I am not drinking anymore (3 months completely sober) I am using Yoga to help me de-stress paired with Therapy.
This week’s episode is PHENOMENAL.
It features none other than the amazing Dr. Kerry Magro. Kerry is an autistic man that was non-verbal until the age of 3. After overcoming so many obstacles he now holds many degrees and the highest one is a Doctoral Degree in Educational Technology. More about Kerry, he is an award-winning autistic professional speaker, best-selling author and autism consultant to the HBO series Mrs. Fletcher that aired in Fall 2019 and the latest season of Netflix’s Emmy-Award Winning Series ‘Love on the Spectrum’ He started professional speaking 11 years ago via the National Speakers Association after he fell in love with theatre as a child to help with his social and communication skills. Today he has spoken at over 1150 events during that time include 2 TEDxTalks and a 'Talks at Google' presentation.
In addition, Kerry is CEO & President of KFM Making A Difference, a nonprofit organization that hosts inclusion events and has provided 100 scholarships for students with autism for college and counting since 2011. In his spare time, he hosts a Facebook Page called Kerry's Autism Journey that now has 218,000 Facebook followers where he does on-camera interviews highlighting people impacted by a diagnosis to breaking down barriers in our community. His videos he’s produced have been watched over 35 Million times.
Kerry’s best-selling books Defining Autism From The Heart, and Autism and Falling in Love, I Will Light It Up Blue and his latest, Autistics on Autism have reached Amazon Best-Seller Lists for Special Needs Parenting. He is based in Hoboken, New Jersey.
Our episode together airs this Wednesday January 18th, 2023 at 5 am on all platforms where you consume your podcasts.
Last week I interviewed the amazing Tiffany Hammond author, mom to two amazing autistic boys and also autistic herself. she shares her story and tells us more about her book that is available for pre-order on Amazon. Pre-Order Book Here
Pictured here is Tiffany with her book which she is immensely proud of.
The conversation with her was so easy and relaxed it really was like comadreando with your bestie. Can’t wait for you all to hear and with that. Our season is wrapped. I am so happy to be finished with Season 3. The next season will be even better than ever.
Qué te pasa viejo año, qué te pasa?
Feliz Año Nuevo… life updates… new episode.
Welcome 2023.
Hope your new year is off to a great start and that you got to spend it how you wanted doing something great. We spent it with family even though what we really wanted to do was ring in the New Year in some comfy pajamas. We compromised and went to my family’s house and left one hour after the ball dropped. Everybody wins that way.
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Hola Comadres,
Life updates:
The rest of the week was great. We were in Jersey with my family most of the vacation and returned to NYC back on Wednesday even though my mom was protesting Ya’ll know me and even though I love her to death I need my space. In true Caribbean fashion there is always something to do and there is never time to rest. I was constantly going while I was staying there. It was a little obnoxious to be honest, which is why I definitely needed my space.
In other news, we were able to experience that first Christmas present that I bought Aidan. We went to go see the Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall. We went as a family so my auntie came for the first time this is actually my favorite aunt that lives in Dominican Republic. They all had an amazing time. Aidan thoroughly enjoyed it. He had appropriate audience behaviors and focused on the show the entire time without asking to use his iPad or iPhone.
I haven’t interviewed anyone this week, but I have a few interviews set up for the coming weeks.
This week’s episode is interesting.
It features yours truly I did research regarding autism masking and inform all of you. I promise to bring on someone on the spectrum to have a more informed conversation regarding this topic. I linked all the articles that I read in the show notes.
Our episode together airs this Wednesday January 4th, 2022 at 5 am on all platforms where you consume your podcasts.
Last Thursday I was so grateful to have been invited by my sistars the Brujas of Brooklyn to attend a holiday shindig. It was nice to share space with each other and chop it up. As you know I am sober, but that didn’t take away from my phone I still had a great time. The ladies are amazing and was able to network and meet more people.
New Calendar Year.
As part of showing up for myself in this new calendar year I am starting the year of properly by being more consistendt with my yoga practice. It really makes me feel so good when I am bal eto go and practice on my mat. In addition, , I also started a Saddhana led by my sistar Mirarai she is a Kundalini Raj teacher and I am absolutely loving being able to practice with her even if it is just virtually for now. I will keep you posted on how I feel afterwards but so far so good. I am also choosing to cut out coffee for 40 days starting today. I swapped it out for ginger tea,
Féliz Navídad, I want to wish you a Merry Christmas.
Feliz Navidad… life updates… new episode.
Christmas is over.
Hope your holiday was great and that you got to spend it how you wanted and doing something great. I feel like this year Christmas was a little anticlimactic. However, I am looking forward to prepping for the end of the year. I have my little customs that I usually do before the year ends like clean and get rid of old things. Looking forward to that this week.
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Hola Comadres,
Life updates:
This week was eventful to say the least between getting ready for Christmas and wrapping up the school week to go on break it was literally non-stop. I was able to participate in a lovely cord cutting kundalini yoga ritual with the Brujas of Brooklyn on Wednesday December 21st on the Winter Solstice. I definitely feel like I am ready for this New Year.
I haven’t interviewed anyone this week, but I have a few interviews set up for the coming weeks.
This week’s episode is so dope.
It features fellow autism advocate Camille Proctor. Camille Proctor is the founder, The Color of Autism Foundation.
Ms. Camille Proctor is the mother of a teen son and an adult daughter. In 2008 shortly after her son’s second birthday, he was diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. As she searched for support services for her family, she soon realized a disparity in the black community. In 2009 she founded The Color of Autism Foundation to support African American families with children on the autism spectrum. The Color of Autism Foundation is a US Non-Profit (501 c3) organization committed to educating and assisting African American families affected by autism spectrum disorders. They aim to help families identify the warning signs of autism early on, so they can become their child’s best advocate. Providing culturally competent support and training will improve outcomes for children in underserved communities on the autism spectrum.
She has served as a diversity and inclusion advisor for both television and film. Camille is a board member of the Behavioral Intervention Certification Council, where she serves as secretary. BICC is an independent and autonomous governing body for the Board-Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) & Board-Certified Autism Professional (BCAP) certification programs.
In September 2020, Governor Gretchen Whitmer appointed her to the Michigan State Disability Council. The Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council’s mission is to support people with developmental disabilities to achieve life dreams.
Author of a CNN Essay “For the Walter Wallaces of the world, the police are not the answer” (October 2020).
Our episode together airs this Wednesday December 28th, 2022 at 5 am on all platforms where you consume your podcasts.
I was able to return to Urban Air with Aidan to celebrate my Comadre’s daughters birthday. Aidan had a great time. I listened to him and went with his lead. We left when he was ready to leave and avoided a melt down so that was a small success.
Dear Comadres,
Since this is my last blogpost before New Years Eve! I would like to wish you all a prosperous New Year filled with abundance of health, love ❤️ , joy 😀 and peace ☮️. Thank you for the support.
Sincerely,
Your Comadre Marcy ❤️
Holiday Count Down Has Begun
Holiday Countdown has begun… life updates… new episode.
Have a Holly Jolly X-Mas.
The holiday season is upon us and with it comes stress for us parents. I am adapting something that I had not implemented before and that is I am refusing to go into debt to get anyone gifts. I got Aidan and Drogon gifts and my Christmas shopping is finished. My brothers and I came to an agreement to do a cool brother/sister quality time activity together during the break. As for mom I have to figure out what to get for her.
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Hola Comadres,
Life updates:
This past week was very chill and I am loving this new peaceful version of myself alot of the things that don’t align have been falling away and I love that for me. I spent last weekend at my mom’s place and we helped her finish setting up for Christmas by helping her organize and empty the room that was busy with all the things that belonged in the basement. I honestly love being in Jersey because I get to be in nature and am able to walk the dog in the state park by our house.
I have taken a brief pause on the online dating since I have so many projects coming due in the next few weeks. This week I was able to interview a very dope person Leslie Rodriguez renowned internet funny person and mom. It was so interesting to hear her perspective. I can’t wait for you all to hear.
This week’s episode is amazing.
It features fellow ausome mom Sivan Hong. Sivan Hong's career spans over two decades in several industries and professions, including holding esteemed positions as a professor at New York University’s Stern School of Business and former partner at The Bridgespan Group.
Today, Sivan authors and illustrates the best-selling children’s book series The Super Fun Day Books, including Benny J. and the Horrible Halloween, George J. and the Miserable Monday, Emily D. and the Fearful First Day and Avery G. and the Scary End of School. Her inspiring books focus on neurodiverse children, who overcome their challenges with perseverance and bravery. The Super Fun Day Books have even been featured on NBC and News12.
Sivan also serves as a Trustee on the Boards of the Rita Allen Foundation, Multicultural Children’s Book Day and the ASPCA. When she’s not working, Sivan enjoys being a wife to her lovely husband and a mother to their two wonderful children. They have a dog and cat and live in Connecticut.
Our episode together airs this Wednesday December 14th, 2022 at 5 am on all platforms where you consume your podcasts.
This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Leslie Rodriguez from instagram. She is a funny momma and body positivity advocate. She is amazing and I cant wait for you to hear it. Also one of my projects that I have been working on has gone live. I was able to work with Juan Bago on his project Bago Briefs and yours truly comes out in the video that aired about Crypto Currency it was a such a fun project I look forward to doing a lot more of them. Here is the video for you to check out.
Juan is a very talented director and actor. I was so proud that he reached out to include me in this project. This is the first of many. Looking forward to future collaborations with many more people.
Have an amazing holiday season. Remember to treat each other with kindness I am so ready for this Christmas break it isn’t even funny. At this time of the year the teachers are always looking run down and tired so please be kind. Also, if your children are sick and running a fever keep them home. It puts everyone at risk to send your kids in to school even when you know they are sick.
Dear Comadres,
Since this is my last blogpost before 🎅🏽 Christmas 🎄 I would like to wish you all a wonderful and warm holiday season filled with love, laughs, and good food. Take care of each other and enjoy your much deserved break. Thank you for the support and sticking with this project for so long.
Sincerely,
Your Comadre Marcy ❤️
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… life updates… new episode.
Holiday Season 2022
The holiday season is in full swing its one of the busiest times of the year. I used to make it such a big deal as a kid and I have realized after becoming an adult that because I work in a public school and not private it seems that I blink at the beginning of December and all of a sudden its Christmas. Cue the mad dash to prepare and get everything ready. I used to really get into the whole decorating thing, but with having to teach, run a business, manage my podcast, and being a full time single mom it becomes really more trouble than what its worth. I went from doing a full on Dominican Martha Stewart transformation to my little apartment to not putting anything up this year. For my mental health I am 100% okay with that. Besides my mom has that down pact at her house and since we spend the holiday break with her anyway it really doesn’t make sense to put up a full blown Christmas tree.
We still keep the holiday traditions Aidan loves going to see the “Rocketeers” as he calls them in the Christmas Spectacular. We do ugly sweaters every day of the week leading up to the day we go on Winter Break. He does a lot of activities in his school and we do other little things here and there. This year we are planning on doing a christmas pajama party with the family.
Updates
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Hola Comadres,
Life updates:
This past week was way better than the last Friday Aidan tested negative for the Rona on Friday and is much better. Isn’t coughing much and is seemingly back to his full self. He has been back at school since Monday. This weekend was eventful on Friday I was invited by the lovely Zuly of El Salon Chronicles to join them and attend the Daddy Yankee “La Ultima Vuelta Tour” that took place at the UBS Arena out in Long Island. Let me tell you that Ms. Zuli has become very bougie and I am here for it. The tickets were premium box seats where it was only us there. I took my mom and auntie with me and we had an absolute blast. It brings me so much joy to take my mom to participate in those types of activity it really helps me see her youthfulness and help her tap into her inner child. It was a lovely evening Aidan stayed with the sitter and we went to pick him up that evening. The next day we just stayed home it was pretty cold and it started snowing.
Sunday we were invited by Julissa aka @juju_lilmissalkaline to the Annual Dyckman Tree Lighting Ceremony.
At first Aidan didn’t really want to go but once I told him we would be seeing Santa Clause he was excited to go. We wore our ugly Christmas Sweaters and we invited my mom. The day was overcast and then eventually we started getting wet snow. It made it difficult but it was nice to see so many people come out to support. We were able to get there early enough to be first on line to see Santa. Due to the weather being so bad we took a pic with Santa, got our gift, and then headed out. We will go and see the tree when its dry out. Aidan did so good that he earned McDonald’. I asked Aidan if he enjoyed the event and he said yes. I love being able to do these types of events now with him. This wasn’t always the case and I am so grateful. I do recognize my privilege and I thank God every day.
This week I was able to interview a very special person Dr. Kerry Magro world renowned Autism Advocate and speaker. It was so interesting to hear his perspective. I can’t wait for you all to hear.
This week’s episode is amazing.
It features none of there than my Si-star ⭐️ Melanie Santos. She is a New York City-based holistic wellness educator, practitioner, and mental health advocate. As a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), spiritual medium, and yogini, her work is rooted in creating social change by educating people on the mind, body, spirit connection. Her mission is to help people remember who they are as cosmic beings living unique, nuanced human experiences, and help them learn to embrace all facets of self and collective care.
Website: www.melaniesantos.co
Instagram: instagram.co/melaniesantos.co
TikTok: tiktok.com/@melaniesantos.co
YouTube: youtube.com/melaniesantos
Events: melaniesantos.co/events
Membership: melaniesantos.co/membership
Our episode together airs this Wednesday December 14th, 2022 at 5 am on all platforms where you consume your podcasts.
New Year, New Me…
New Year, New Me… life updates… new episodes.
New Look for 2023
Some people have been asking me if I am going through something that I seemingly drastically decided to chop off all my hair on a whim. I want to let you know that all is well. I feel like I have been cocooning for the past few months and I have been entertaining the idea of cutting all my hair off since this summer.
So what happened was that while I was getting the protective styles installed back this summer I went to this lady with a salon by me she shall remain nameless, but she did give me severe heat damage and I have been trying to do treatments for the past 8 months and nothing was reviving my curls or coaxing them back. Since I practice what I preach I decided to shed and chop it all off. I was hesitant because my brother’s wedding is coming up this June, but my hair grows quickly and it is just hair. So, get used to this new lewk. I absolutely love it and its so low maintenance.
Updates
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Hola Comadres,
Life updates:
This past week was hectic I was called from your internet nephews school asking me to come get him. Just to give some background information I received a text message from the bus matron telling me that he had been coughing nonstop. I found it odd because that morning he was fine and hadn’t coughed even once. Well, they took him to the nurse’s office and he was made to quarantine until I arrived. Well I took a cab round trip and headed straight to the pediatrician’s office. An hour later, a PCR, and Rapid test later the nurse pulls me inside the triage to tell me that “Aidan está Coronao” you have to love uptown 😂. Well the recommendation was to quarantine for the next 5 days. Fun times… well I have been home with my nino for the past few days his cough sounds really bad. I have been giving him medicine and making him “noodle soup” as he calls it. Hopefully he shakes this soon, it is so hard to be a single mom without the help of a co-parent. These are the times where I wish I had a partner… soon come though.
This week’s episode is so dope.
It features Terence Lester who is a speaker, activist, author, and thought leader around systemic poverty
He’s known for nationwide campaigns that bring awareness to issues surrounding homelessness, poverty, and economic inequality. His awareness campaigns have been featured on multiple media platforms.
Terence is the real deal he has participated in several demonstrations including a march against poverty on the day that commemorated the date when MLK Jr. was assassinated.
He founded the organization “Love Beyond Walls” which he has helped so many of the unhoused. He also founded the Dignity Museum which is the first of its kind that commemorates homelessness.
Terence is a prolific writer and his latest publication from 2021 is, “When We Stand: The Power Of Seeking Justice Together” He also holds several degrees and is a PhD candidate who recently defended his doctoral dissertation.
Our episode together airs this Wednesday December 7th, 2022 at 5 am on all platforms where you consume your podcasts.
Chronicles of A Single Dating Mom
Bueno Comadres,
I restarted dating again after being out of the game for a little bit. I have been on those apps and its going relatively decent. I have been on a few dates and for the most part it has been okay. However, there have been some that have left a lot to be desired.
Particularly a man that clearly has emotional issues. We were supposed to meet up for a date and he cancelled last minute. Then he reached out saying he was going through things. I am a mirror for energy so whatever you put out I give back. I guess this man is used to women chasing him when he falls back… anyway I was a little put off by this. Well it has been two weeks and in the last two days he showed his true colors. He is here saying that if I wanted to we could stop communicating and I basically said whatever he wants to do is fine with me. I guess that triggered him and he proceeded to send me multiple texts saying that if I want he can stop texting me and I won’t hear from him again. I said that is okay and good luck. He sent another text saying he wanted to meet up with me this weekend. I didn’t respond when he sent it because it was at odd hours of the night. Then he sent another text this morning that if I didn’t want to speak to him to at least be a decent human and tell him so. I responded that I was going to continue with my previous decision of stopping communication. He then writes back to me that he is “relieved because he wasn’t attracted to me anyway…” 🤡🤡🤡🤡 . After that I have not spoken to him again.
I know this is a long winded way of saying this but I thank God that I have been doing the work to heal because this type of behavior would have had me chasing this man trying to “win/earn” his affection, but I want to shout out my therapist for helping me see that I don’t need to do anything to earn anyone’s love. She also helped me to be able to notice patterns in my dating with the selection of men. I just want to thank God/ the Universe for that. I have also learned to look back and have so much grace with myself. If I would have known better I definitely would have done better. I have started this journey of healing for some time now and I know it is not meant to be linear, but i feel like the past few weeks there have been a lot of break throughs and I am feeling so at peace and Zen at the moment. I value my peace so much and I wouldnt give this up for the world to be honest with you.
In other news, some projects are coming up that I am super excited about. I have been toying with the idea of switching fields or becoming an educational consultant. But it is just popping in my mind from time to time . We started with a new respite worker its a young man that is slightly older than Aidan and I am excited because I feel like it would be nice to have someone around him that could be like a role model for him. Will keep you posted with how that continues to go. There are so many great interviews coming up and a lot of them I am sourcing from just reaching out to the people I want to interview and pitching them the show. A lot of people are delighted to be on and some are hesitant. I don’t take it personal because everyone is on their own journey. Was suppose to have one of the actors from “Love on the Spectrum” on but after saying yes they declined I was a little bummed, but remembered everything happens for a reason. Anywho, I wish you are a healthy and happy holiday season.
Love,
La Comadre Marcy
Growing Up
Hola Comadres
Happy Wednesday. I don’t want anything else today but to thank God publicly for everything he has done for little man and I. #autismawareness #autismacceptance #bipoc #latinopodcast #latinopodcasters
Latinas y Lideres Benefit Concert in Wash Heights
Hola Comadres!
Happy Monday and I hope you all are well. Just finsihed editing the episode for this week and I am so proud of the result. In this episode we discuss pregnancy and infant loss awareness. We talk about healing after grief. It was a little heavy but it is a hopeful episode in which I hope you will feel yourselves identified in.
You Are My Son-shine
This episode will air this Wednesday November 9, 2022. I want to thank Jessica for being so open and honest and vulnerable with all of us. She truly is a light in this world.
Happy Birthday Aidan!
In other news, it was your internet nephews birthday this Saturday November 5, 2022. We spent the day together… we took the puppy to training classes, got a hair cut at the barbershop. visited his great grandma in the Hospice and after got pizza. He said he had a really good time even though it was a low key birthday.
On Saturday evening I had the pleasure of supporting an organization near and dear to my heart, Latinas & Lideres, they had a benefit concert to help raise funds to support a beautiful music program that they are trying to birth in the Dominican Republic. The performers were amazing! I got to meet the amazing Andre Veloz in person and keke with so many amazing people. I networked with people and made connections. Some collaborations will be coming soon as a result of that. Besides dancing and holding space for each other that event felt like a warm embrace. To put the cherry on top they also honored some amazing women that are doing so much in our community. If you feel called to donate and support the program here is the link for the new music initiative.
I had my first fan girl moment in which a Comadre who I had only met online recognized me It was nice to speak to and meet so many different people. I appreciate all of you and I am looking forward to seeing you all in the event on January 6th, 2022. I am going to be letting you know the details for soon enough as soon as I secure a location. I am looking for sponsors for the event if you would like to help in any way please reach out to me at info@comadreandopod.com.
1 Year Anniversary Celebration
Hola Comadres!!
My heart is so full. Yesterday was the celebration of the one year anniversary of my show Comadreando Podcast. I am so proud of the work I have done and the fact that we have been able to create such an amazing community where we uplift each other and support each other. I felt so held and love by all of you yesterday thank you for being there and supporting me. TO the comadres that weren’t able to make it for one reason or another I felt you all there in spirit.
This is not the last event, there will be more with enough time for all of you to make arrangements for child care. I will also make sure to make it during the weekend so we can all hang out stress free. I am putting a few pictures on here. If you have any photos of that evening please share. Thank you to all that were able to make this happen. Especially Claudia Mendoza of the Mamichula Social Club for being my sounding board and providing me with ideas and connections.
I would also love to thank Carol of Amores Café and Juice Bar for hosting us. Everything was delicious and everyone kept commenting how lovely your place was.
thanks again,
La Comadre Marcy
Comadreando 1st Anniversary
Hola Comadres!
Please join your Comadre Marcy for a drink to celebrate the 1st anniversary of Comadreando Podcast. Come on down and break bread and cheers to more years.
Come on down to Amores Cafe at 5025 Broadway Avenue New York, NY on Thursday October 27th, 2022 from 6-9 pm.
Please make sure to sign up on Eventbrite:
Season 3 Is Coming…
Taking a mini-break till season 3.
We are back next week baby. The little break was needed and we put some projects in motion. I have been a little stressed out with work responsibilities, but we shall persist. Definitely getting back into Yoga and meditation I fell off a little bit. Just a reminder.
The calendar for season 3 is as follows:
Episode Date
October 5
October 12
October 19
October 26 October 27 is our 1 year anniversary of the show
November 2
November 9
November 16
November 23
November 30
December 7
December 14
December 21
December 28
January 4
January 11
January 18
January 25
February 1
February 8
February 15
Make sure to order some merchandise if there is anything that you would like to see in the show I am open to feedback.
xoxo,
La Comadre Marcy
We’ll Be Back
Taking a mini-break till season 3.
We officially wrapped season 2 with episode 20 last week, “Run, Run As Fast As You Can'“ featuring Suzie Clinchy of Fast Feet NYC, Inc. We are taking a mini-break for me to continue to interview guests and start planning for season 3 to continue bringing you the content you love and appreciate. I love doing this. There are a few projects in the works one of them being that I launched this site and am getting my online store off the ground. I have been busy designing and researching merchants to trust with the quality of the merchandise while at the same time trying to be fiscally responsible. I feel like I did make a wise decision and so far I am happy with the result. I got my first two sales of many more to come.
The calendar for season 3 is as follows:
Episode Date
October 5
October 12
October 19
October 26 October 27 is our 1 year anniversary of the show
November 2
November 9
November 16
November 23
November 30
December 7
December 14
December 21
December 28
January 4
January 11
January 18
January 25
February 1
February 8
February 15
Thank you for sticking with me and accompanying me on my journey. To my day 1 Comadres I see you and I appreciate you thank you for believing and supporting me. Will keep you all posted in the meanwhile via the website. Make sure to order some merchandise if there is anything that you would like to see in the show I am open to feedback.
xoxo,
La Comadre Marcy
United Uptown Peace March and Fair
Pictured above Stephanie of One Blue Heart at a Time, and Julissa.
This Saturday I had the honor of being invited to participate in a peace march uptown. We set up nice and early for the event. There were several tables and we were assigned one of them. I want to take the time to shout out Stephanie of One Blue Heart at a Time for inviting me to attend. This event was a great opportunity to have our voices heard and to put an “hasta aqui” to the violence that is currently over running our communities. It broke my heart to hear the children and elders speaking up about how unsafe they feel in their own communities.
It was lovely to meet such amazing people at the walk and to be able to talk to people about my show and give them more information. I am forever grateful for such an amazing opportunity.
xoxo,
La Comadre Marcy
Throw It In the Bag
Merchandise is finally here.
Hola Comadres!
Ever since starting this podcast I have envisioned what my business/brand would look like. One of my most important goals was consistency. I enjoy when things and people are consistent and I expect to bring the same for all of my comadres. I finally was able to pick and design some cool merchandise for all of you. I thought of things that I would buy and styled them that way. Hopefully you guys love them as much as I loved creating them with you in mind.
Attentamente:
-La Comadre Marcy