Author Archives: Elaine del Valle

About Elaine del Valle

A Multiple Award Winning Writer and Performer. "From New York Times to Onstage Triumph" The New York Times. "The female John Leguizamo" WCBS Radio, "You'll Eat Up Sweet Bred!" NY Post, CNN En Espanol "Noti Mujer", SoulFrito Arts Foundation "Inspiring Artist"

She’s Back!

SHE’S BACK! by Elaine Del Valle December 2011— The Girl: “I know. I want to live in Arizona… for the rest of my life! I love the weather. I love the pace of things. I just love it! I am … Continue reading

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WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS

WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS- LATINOS IN COLLEGE My daughter’s 21st Birthday… meant a weekend trip to Las Vegas! I flew for 5 hours from NY while she drove for 5 hours from Arizona–An easy drive compared to the cross country … Continue reading

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A DAUGHTER LEAVES FOR COLLEGE- WHEN SHOPPING FOR POPTARTS TURNS TRAUMATIC!

WHEN SHOPPING FOR POPTARTS ARE TRAUMATIC!- A DAUGHTER LEAVES FOR COLLEGE A Daughter Leaves for College By Elaine Del Valle- The Country Club Chica It has been less than a month since the last time I held my daughter’s little … Continue reading

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THE PRIDE, THE HAPPINESS, THE NEED TO VOMIT

THE PRIDE, THE HAPPINESS, THE NEED TO VOMIT As my daughter prepares to go away to Arizona, my emotions are soaring as if she were in my belly all over again…The pride, the happiness… the need to vomit. In just … Continue reading

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A Mami’s Interpretation

A Mami’s Interpretation At 12—“Mami, how does this dress look?” Often translates to “Mom, you’re a good dresser and I know you wouldn’t let me leave the house looking stupid. Let’s face it, I need new clothes.” At 16—“Mami, what … Continue reading

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RAISING KIDS MEANS RAISING EXPECTATIONS

RAISING KIDS MEANS RAISING EXPECTATIONS I sit at my country club, an exclusive Long Island golf club whose membership includes about 300 families…Of which I am the only Latina. When one hears that another’s kid is near graduation from high … Continue reading

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WHEN SHOPPING FOR POPTARTS IS TRAUMATIC!- A DAUGHTER LEAVES FOR COLLEGE

A Daughter Leaves for College By Elaine Del Valle- The Country Club Chica It has been less than a month since the last time I held my daughter’s little face in my hands, but not a day has gone by … Continue reading

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THE PRIDE, THE HAPPINESS, THE NEED TO VOMIT

As my daughter prepares to go away to Arizona, my emotions are soaring as if she were in my belly all over again…The pride, the happiness… the need to vomit. In just a few weeks she will be a graduate … Continue reading

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A Mami’s Interpretation

At 12—“Mami, how does this dress look?” Often translates to “Mom, you’re a good dresser and I know you wouldn’t let me leave the house looking stupid. Let’s face it, I need new clothes.” At 16—“Mami, what do you think … Continue reading

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RAISING KIDS MEANS RAISING EXPECTATIONS

I sit at my country club, an exclusive Long Island golf club whose membership includes about 300 families…Of which I am the only Latina. When one hears that another’s kid is near graduation from high school, there is no hesitation … Continue reading

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