After The Runaways, Joan Jett pursued a solo career but in the 1980s, she formed the band The Blackhearts. Some of their hit songs are "I Love Rock 'n' Roll" and "Bad Reputation". She is a great rock singer, guitarist, songwriter, and record producer. Today, I'm posting her hit, "I Hate Myself for Loving You". … Continue reading Rockin’ Thursday VIII
Author: Edward Ortiz
Honeymoon Journey
As part of the ongoing series showcasing poems by Pedro Rodríguez Miranda, my grandfather-in-law, I am delighted to share his fifth poem today, titled "Viaje En Luna De Miel". Viaje En Luna De Miel Las leves auras nocturnas van de mano con la luna;En frágil barca de oro nos invitan a pasear,El viaje ha de … Continue reading Honeymoon Journey
Leading Across Generations: What Millennials Teach Us About Effective Leadership
I recently came across an insightful article about leading millennials, and I believe its principles are applicable to everyone, not just millennials. You can read the full article here, but what particularly caught my attention were these four elements outlining what millennials expect from their leaders: Mission-based role assignment, Acknowledgment of life outside of work, … Continue reading Leading Across Generations: What Millennials Teach Us About Effective Leadership
Rockin’ Thursday VII
For today’s edition of Rockin’ Thursday, we have Billy Idol, an English-American singer, songwriter, and musician who started his career in 1976. He has many great songs such as "White Wedding" and "Cradle of Love", but today I’m posting his hit, "Rebel Yell”, released in 1983, to get my WordPress friends moving. I hope you … Continue reading Rockin’ Thursday VII
Subtle Dream
Today, I'm sharing the fourth poem from Pedro Rodríguez Miranda, my grandfather-in-law, titled "Sueño Sutil". Sueño Sutil¡Oh que sueño aquél de la noche aquella,te apreté en mis brazos y calmé mis penas!Soñé con tus besos, tus labios de fuego,Tus dientes de perlas y tus ojos negros.Soñé que te abrazaba en un eterno lazo,Con dulces caricias, … Continue reading Subtle Dream
Empowering Legacy: Honoring Puerto Rican Women Pioneers in History
This month, we celebrate Women’s History Month, an annual observance highlighting the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. On March 12, 1987, the United States Congress passed Public Law 100-9, designating March 1987 as “Women’s History Month” and requesting the President of the United States to issue a proclamation calling upon … Continue reading Empowering Legacy: Honoring Puerto Rican Women Pioneers in History
Rockin’ Thursday VI
For today’s edition of Rockin’ Thursday, we have The Runaways, an all-female rock band formed in 1975, consisting of Cherie Currie, Lita Ford, Joan Jett, and Sandy West. Their hit, 'Cherry Bomb,' was released in 1976, and I think Joan Jett and Lita Ford are rockin' it, especially Lita towards the middle of the song … Continue reading Rockin’ Thursday VI
Reflections on the Spanish Language and My Learning Journey
It’s fascinating how much we change as we get older. Things that we took for granted when we were teenagers and young adults, we now treasure and look for ways to expand our knowledge of what we once disliked. One of those things was the Spanish language—not the language per se because I love my … Continue reading Reflections on the Spanish Language and My Learning Journey
Message of Love
In the ongoing series featuring poems from the book presented to me by my grandfather-in-law, Pedro Rodríguez Miranda, I am delighted to share his third poem titled 'Mensaje De Amor'. Mensaje De AmorTengo un noble corazón que sufre y llora,Que también sabe reír si hay alegríaEstá esta vez mi corazón sufriendo tantoQue hasta embajada ha … Continue reading Message of Love
Rockin’ Thursday V
Metallica and Lady Gaga sang the song "Moth Into Flame" at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards in 2017. The song was composed by James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich in 2016. Metallica is awesome as always, but Lady Gaga's vocals are phenomenal, especially towards the end (4:02). Enjoy the song and have a great Rockin' Thursday, … Continue reading Rockin’ Thursday V