December Latino Lubbock vol 7, issue 12 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

Volume 7, Issue 12, December 2013

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December 2013

"A Holiday Memory"

Art by Joe R. Villareal On this month’s cover is the artwork of Villareal who is known for his Hispanic art scenes reflecting the barrio and its families. When I first saw this painting, I shared with him a holiday memory at my grandparent's house. Their house was pink and located in the barrio. One Christmas Eve I can recall my grandparents leading the efforts to make tamales. I got to help. And as we were preparing the tamales, they shared stories of the past. In the window there was a silver tree. Like many houses on the block there was a Virgen de Guadalupe in the yard. I recall that the misa del gallo (midnight mass) showing on TV, and we listened as we prepare d the tamales.

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“After years of marches, “bipartisan” talks, and civil disobedience tactics, we find ourselves in a familiar spot: Duped. Stood up. Let down. It’s hard to shake off the sense of failure and powerlessness, the sense that our community is always losing. But then, you see, giving up is EXACTLY what the opponents of the immigration reform movement would LOVE for us to do.”

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“Cada uno habla de la feria según le va en ella.” "Everyone talks about the show as it is doing." (Meaning, everyone sees things from his own perspective).

December

¡ F e liz c u mp le a ñ o s !

Gina Perez 12/1 Robert Escamilla 12/1 Patsy Gonzales 12/1 Evangelina Sanchez 12/01 Carlos O. Cristan (KC OLG) 12/ Fr. Tom Diebel 12/1 Mike Pena 12/1 Christy Martinez-Garcia 12/2 Jimmy Briones 12/2 Estevan Salinas 12/2 Kristopher Daniel Mendoza 12/2 Estevan Salinas 12/2 Kristopher Mendoza 12/2 Ismael Daniel Mendoza 12/3 Brian Rodriguez 12/3 Sara Hernandez 12/3 Anita Licon 12/3 Margaret De la Rosa 12/3 Mary Flores Quevedo 12/4 Brian Rodriguez 12/4 Nancy Vidaurre-Alvarez 12/5 Thomas Pérez 12/ 6 Vashon Fernandez 12/7 Jayden Ortiz 12/7 Carolina Beltran 12/8 Pete Gonzales Sr. 12/8 Lori Anna Valdez12/8 Jayden Joseph Ortiz 12/9 Lesley Picon 12/9 Antonio Larez 12/9 Teresa Cardenas 12/9 Ryan Ortiz 12/9 Diana Alonzo 12/9 Jacob Herrera 12/10 Araceli Barrera12/11 Mia Elizondo 12/11 Charles Wallace 12/11 Neil Smith 12/11 Amanda Armenta 12/11 Guadalupe Vasquez Jr. 12/12 Candace Torrez 12/12 Celeste Galindo 12/12 Natalie Ochoa 12/13 Mark Martinez 12/13 Joe Barrera 12/13 Joe Leos 12/13 Gloria Mendez12/14 Justin Bustillos 12/14 Nick Villlarreal 12 /14 Angela Flores 12/14 José B Carrillo 12/14 David Flores 12/15 Noel Ramirez 12/15 Celeste Ramirez 12/16 Debbie Rodriguez 12/16 Ryan Ramos 12/16 Alex Barron12/16 Larry Salinas 12/16

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Tony Vasquez 12/16 Maria Heredia 12/17 Stephen Esquivel 12/17 Dezirae Alvarez 12/17 Julia Garcia 12/18 Olivia Barron Santoyo 12/18 Hezekiah Vargas 12/18 Sister Mary Jane Alaniz 12/19 Bryana Castillo 12/20 Sylvia L. Rios 12/20 Alex Zepeda 12/20 Erlinda Gonzales 12/20 Angel Salinas 12/20 Jason Herrera 12/21 Cruz Alma Licon 12/21 Martin Leos 12/21 Demetrio Orta 12/22 Norma Rios 12/22 Martin M. Barrera 12/ 22 Kristopher Perez 12/22 Miguel Rodriguez 12/23 Jessica Villegas 12/24 Guillermo Licon(Memo) 12/25 Sally Ortiz 12/25 Jessie Villegas 12/25 Karisma Contreras 12/25 Melissa Pauda 12/25 Brenda Benitez 12/25 Chris Wade 12/25 Mary Isabell Hernandez 12/25 Michael Hernandez 12/26 Noel Landon Cruz 12/26 Robert Herrera 12/27 Fidencia Castro 12/27 Nayeli Zevaeh Francis Burke 12/27 Tomas J Licon(TJ) 12/27 Leticia Ortiz 12/27 Virginia Faith Licon 12/27 Ophelia Vasquez 12/27 Raymond DeLeon 12/27 Savanna Rios 12/27 Yvonne Lovato-Bonnett 12/27 Michael James Puentes 12/28 Rejino Madrid Jr. 12/ 28 Jasper Ybanez 12/28 David Estrada 12/28 Toni Jamie 12/28 Cesare'a Faith Bitela 12/29 Armando Lopez12/29 Dan Salazar 12/29 Armando Lopez 12/29 Mary Lopez 12/30 Mercedez Hernandez 12/31 Susie Villareal 12/31 Susie Segura 12/31 Francis Vasquez 12/31 Mercedez Hernandez 12/31

CONTENTS Word from the Publisher

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Op-Ed by Vangie Montez

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My Memory of Las Posadas by Christy Martinez-Garcia

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Opportunity Page

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Tips by Jaime Garcia

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Health/Salud

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Día de la Vigen de Guadalupe

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Faith & Religion

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Fotos y requerdos

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Texas Sports Report with Mando Reyna

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Kid's Activity Page

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he holidays have a way of stirring my memories of many people and events in my life. The simplest reminders take me back. When I see fruit cakes at the grocery store I think of my grandfather Martinez who made his own every year for Las Posadas. He would add extra pineapple, which is how I like it as well. He would usually travel to South Texas and sometimes even to Mexico before Christmas. Upon his return he would bring special gifts including Mexican candy. Tamale making reminds me of sitting in the kitchen with my mother's side of the family - including my grandpa Castro who would direct the kitchen and lead the stories and jokes. As they patiently prepared the tamales they would tell about their struggles and how they overcame them. I sat there completely absorbed in their conversation, asking many questions. Meanwhile, the family would pour in for the evening festivities. The paper sacks filled with nuts, starburst mints, an orange, and an apple is also special. It was a tradition that my grandfather, and my own parents prepared for all of the kids at holidays. We would also receive a bag after CCD classes at church, and sometimes after the Christmas Eve midnight mass. The sounds of jingle bells remind me of riding in an evening procession in honor of the Virgen de Guadalupe. My cousin portrayed the Virgen that year, and it was a very special honor. The Matachines had jingle bells on their moccasins and I was captivated by the sound. One year, I asked for moccasins with jingle bells, which confused my parents who couldn't find any. When we reenacted Las Posadas, I remember the candles and the little cups they were in - they lit the streets as we sang songs and walked from house to house of parishioners who welcomed us. Afterwards, we went to have hot chocolate, tamales, and pan de dulce in the original Our Lady of Grace parish hall. Christmas trees remind me of the night my sisters Cindy, JoAnn and I decorated one all by ourselves. We surprised my dad who had come home from the hospital after seeing my mom who was expecting my baby sister Monica, who was the first baby born on New Year's Eve. She was our gift that year. Fruit baskets were brought to our family by familia y amistades. The last Christmas before Richard Lopez, a great leader of our community, passed away, he brought a fruit basket that he and his wife Rachel had made just for my family and I. It was so special because they took the time to come to our home and demonstrate our valued friendship. My friend Lala Cavazos would bring me a "special cake" laced with a certain liquor - it was good! Christmas music was my all time favorite part of Christmas. Certain songs can still draw tears - some for good memories, some because I miss family and friends whom have passed on... but I still think about. And for the most part, most of my childhood memories of Christmas were good. But there were a few tough ones that have inspired me to be committed to giving to those most in need. One such Christmas, the same year my baby sister was going to be born, my dad couldn't work because of bad weather - he was a carpenter. We were strapped for cash. Food was low, pride was high. And regardless of it all, there were so many people that went above and beyond to assure that my sisters and I had Christmas - my Aunt Susie who made the best homemade treats and gifts; the food bank that provided us a box of food; and the Goodfellow who delivered gifts to us one year because someone anonymously submitted our info to them. It was special... and it was memorable. So little things do mean a lot. That said, I hope that you will find it in your heart to give from your heart to those in need; to those who are lonely, and to those who simply need acknowledgement. Because as you can see, to a child even the smallest gestures make the greatest memories. May God Bless you and your family and place favor over you. Thank you for believing and supporting us. And thank you to our advertisers. Please invest in their businesses and services. Como siempre, Latino Lubbock is committed to highlighting the numerous contributions of our Latino community. Thank you to those who support our publication. We are grateful to have 100,000 readers monthly. Please continue to support our advertisers who help make it possible to keep our publication free. Thank you for your support and May God bless you! ¡Gracias por su apoyo! Que dios los bendiga. PEACE and random acts of kindness. Que las bendiciones de dios estén contigo en mayo y siempre! Sinceramente, Christy Martinez-Garcia Publisher & Latino Market Specialist “Latino Lubbock, the Emerging Voice of Lubbock”

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December Latino Lubbock cover showcases art of national artist

BY AMARIS GARCIA

n this month's cover Latino O Lubbock Magazine features the artwork of internationally ac-

claimed artist Joe R. Villarreal. "We feel so privileged to feature on our cover the art that many Latinos can connect with. For me, I described as my grandparents house in the barrio," said Latino Lubbock Magazine Publisher, Christy Martinez-Garcia. "His work is us. I know many of us can connect with one of his paintings, " she added. For over 40 years, Joe has painted portraits, sports art, landscapes, still life, western art, cultural art and contemporary southwest art. He currently has over 30 print editions of his work on the market, many of which are already sold out. His cultural Hispanic prints are the most popular collectables. Some of his artwork is owned by actors such as Jesse Borrego, Cheech Marin and Edward James Olmos and because he also paints sports art, some of his artwork is owned by members of the Dallas Cowboys and The San Antonio Spurs. His paintings have sold to collectors as far as Japan, Germany, Canada, Mexico, Hawaii, Italy, England and throughout the U.S. Some of his paintings were part of the PBS special, “The Mexican Americans” that aired on August 2000. One of his paintings was converted into a cartoon image which

was used on a national show titled “King of the Hill”. More recently, the president of UTSA, “Richard Romo” unveiled the painting titled “Las Canicas” at USAA and his latest painting is 15x6 feet and was created to adorn the halls of the new Texas A&M University San Antonio. About the Artist - Joe was raised in San Antonio, started drawing at the age of three, and took art classes in elementary, middle and high school. In 1964 while still in school, he entered his first art contest and won his first blue ribbon. He then attended the “Warren Hunter School of Art” after which he went to work as a graphics designer for Southwest Research Institute creating cover art for technical publications, and brochures. His first art show and exhibition was in 1969 at Trinity University and he has a total of eleven first place awards from art competitions. His many exhibit shows include a one-man art show at the Joe Freeman Coliseum. He has been a member of the San Antonio Watercolor Society, the Artist Alliance, the Art Cellar, and the famed River Art Group. In 1993 a work related injury forced him into semi-retirement. He says that it is a constant struggle, and sometimes it is very difficult for him to paint, but his love for art is what keeps him going. Giving Back to his Community -Joe donates year-round and has

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Opinion/opinión Community Update 55TH ANNUAL CAROL OF LIGHTS December 3, Texas Tech will host the 55th annual Carol of Lights celebration “Illuminate” and the celebration will kick off with the traditional carillon concert at 6:30 p.m., and the outdoor ceremony will follow at 7 p.m. The event will be held in Memorial Circle, the Science Quad and Engineering Key. “THE JOY OF PLAY” OPEN HOUSE, Dec. 5, from 5– 9 p.m. During “The Joy of Play Open House” there will be opportunities for children to visit with Santa Claus and take a photo for a fee of $5 or a toy donation to Toys for Tots. There will also be fun Christmas WWII themed children’s activities, a letter to Santa station and refreshments. Silent Wings Museum, 6202 N. I-27 Exit 9, , All Ages, Free. SOLITOS CAR CLUB 5TH ANNUAL TOY DRIVE will take place Sat. Dec. 7, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Amigos on N. University. Please bring an unwrapped toy to be donated to the annual Pancho Claus toy giveaway. In addition, Pancho Claus will stop by between 12 to 1 p.m. For more info, call 702-1841. INTERNATIONAL GIFT MARKET hosted by Covenant Presbyterian Church invites you to shop on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 10 am to 3 p.m. The Market features items from Ten Thousand Villages, a non-profit organization sponsored by the Mennonite Central Committee, which purchases handicrafts from over 100 artisan groups in more than 30 countries. Covenant Presbyterian is located at 4600 48th Street at Salem. For more info, call 792-6124. CANDLELIGHT AT THE RANCH Experience the 35th annual celebration Dec. 13 and 14 at the National Ranching Heritage Center. The museum and historical park at 3121 Fourth St. in Lubbock annually hosts the holiday event, where visitors walk down luminaria-lighted paths into Christmas scenes from life on the open prairie. Candlelight at the Ranch is free to the public, but a donation of $2 per family is appreciated. MIRACLES CHRISTMAS PARADE, December 7, the Christmas parade starts promptly at 6 p.m. at Toledo and 34th Street and heads east ending before University Ave, and includes lighted units. Each year, the parade benefits the United States Marines “Toys for Tots”. Families are invited to bring toys for the U.S. Marines who will march along the route and collect toys from the attending families. HOLIDAY CRAFT BAZAAR Dec. 7, 9 am, All Ages, Free! Rawlings Community Center, 40th Street and Avenue B. SANTA PAWS, Dec. 7, 9 am-1 pm, All Ages Welcome, $2 per picture or use your own camera, Goodie bags for the first 50 families! Hodges Community Center, 41st Street and University Ave. GENEALOGY WORKSHOP, Dec. 19, 1 pm, Free, Learn the tips and tricks to tracing your family history. At Mae Simmons Community Center, East 23rd and Oak Ave. JINGLE YOUR BELLS DANCE, Dec. 20, 6 pm, Ages 50+ Free! Copper Rawlings Community Center, 40th Street and Avenue B. CHRISTMAS BAZAAR St. Patrick Church will hold their annual Christmas Bazaar Dec. 22, from 9 am to 3 pm at 1603 Cherry Ave. They will have home baked goodies and gifts and crafts for those last minute shoppers. Everyone is welcomed! NEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE, Dec. 31, 7:30 pm, Ages 40+ $10, Come ring in the New Year dancing to country western music. There will be refreshments, door prizes and party favors. Lubbock Senior Center.

December 2013

Homelessness, a Humbling Experience

n 2011 statistics showed that one-third of Americans were one paycheck from homelessness. If they lost their job they would be unable to make the next house payment. In the summer of 2012, due to a series of events, we found ourselves "displaced." I believe this is the politically correct term used for people who have lost their home, but are able to live with family. I never, ever imagined that I would be a statistic. You see it all the time, you wonder about that person panhandling on the corner and what put them there. You never imagine this could be you. I was taught that God would always takes care of us. I had a difficult time understanding why this was happening. My prayers consisted of "God, I don't understand why you have allowed this to happen to me!" I felt I was "doing" everything right, and I’d been faithful to God, my church, and my family. So why’s this happening? I have to be honest, I was mad at God and my prayer life reflected it! Looking back I realize how arrogant I must have sounded, not only in my prayers but in conversations with friends. Today, I understand that Grace, is Grace all

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that I lost sight of what by itself. Nothing can be was important. I was so added to it, nor can anybusy being ashamed and thing be taken away from humiliated by my situit. ation, I couldn't think I’m fortunate to be surabout anything else. I rounded by people who made a decision. I was goencouraged me, supporting to thank God for the ed me, and sometimes storm, the roof over our just listened. My brother heads, for my husband's and his wife allowed us job, and our family's to stay with them until we health. I thanked him for got back on our feet, afas many things as I could. ter having the rug pulled It only took a few days beout from under us. That’s VANGIE fore something inside me exactly what it felt like! MONTEZ shifted. I GOT IT! I was unable to return to work, but my husband returned Every season in life brings with it to work after a temporary layoff. I a life lesson. This is a season that found myself alone throughout the must be mastered before you can day. I spent this time listening to move into the next one. For me, this preaching, teaching, and reading season was about learning to trust anything that would help me find God. I’d often say I trusted God, but my way. It was during that period this showed me I was still countI discovered the error of my ways! ing on myself, more than him. God wanted me to be totally dependent GRATITUDE.... I realized that I hadn’t given thanks on him for everything. He stripped for a single thing during this sea- me of everything my "work" and son. I’d forgotten to be grateful. "good" deeds had provided. He left Although we didn't have our own me with nothing but me. No title, no home, we had a roof over our heads, initials after my name to show ima warm place to sleep, food to eat, a portance. I had no beautiful house healthy family and so much more! so the world could see what my hard I was so distracted by the situation, work had gotten me. There was

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nothing. It was the most humbling experience of my life. It was through the realization that anything I am, anything I have, and anything I will become, will be because of Him. Without him I have nothing. When my attitude toward God shifted to gratitude, everything around me shifted. I was able to return to work. On December of 2012, we moved into our own place. God opened doors that were previously shut. He made a way. Within one month of moving in, our house was filled with anything we could need. God was able to do in one month, what had taken us years to do. He did more with the little we had, than we ever could with the much. As the holiday season approaches, I am filled with gratitude. It’s amazing to see what God will do, when you allow him. Don’t focus on the situation. Give thanks for what you have, no matter how small. It’s through gratitude that God will lead you out of any situation or circumstance. VANGIE MONTEZ begin couponing to help her family regain her family's financial stability. She has saved money by using coupons, and donates part of her stock to Tent City. UNITE AND MAKE RIGHT Dear Editor, Shocked, but pleased that the Lubbock City Council were consistent and replaced the other members that also had a conflict of interest. I didn't have faith in the council. Now, if they can unite and make city hall right.

Ronald Johnson FOR ALL YOU DO Thank you to Latino Lubbock and Staff for Jo Moore hosting the Veterans Reception on Veterans Presidential Lecture & Performance Series day. It is a great Honor to be remembered on this day. It brings Veterans from all branches of the Military together to celebrate. Again VIVA LATINO LUBBOCK Thanks for including my sons in the Novem- THANK YOU AND STANDARD SALES FOR ALL YOU DO, for all the food and beverages. ber Veteran’s issue of Latino Lubbock. Thanks to Andy Garcia for providing the enThanks and Viva Latino Lubbock! tertainment, it was great to hear him sing. Pete Pina Irma

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Obama says immigration goes beyond southern border, NCLR asks for solution

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cisco last month telling an audience the issue goes beyond the nation’s southern border. Reaching out to those in the country of Asian descent, another racial group that has increasingly voted Democratic, the president said it is “long past time to reform an immigration system that does not serve America as well as it should.” The president said it was fitting that he spoke a few miles away from Angel Island, where in the early 1900s, 300,000 people passed through to new lives in America. “Maybe some of them are your ancestors,” Obama said to the crowd. “Too often when we talk about immigration, the debate focuses on our southern border,” he said in the speech at the Betty Ong Recreation Center. Ong was a flight attendant born in the U.S. and of Chinese descent who was aboard the first hijacked plane flown into the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001. She grew up in Chinatown. In 2010, the number of Asian immigrants to the U.S. surpassed Hispanics. About 5 percent of the U.S. population is of Asian descent and a third of San Francisco’s population is of Asian descent, according to Census data.

Politically, Asians are seen as leaning Democratic, but as not completely identifying with the party yet. In combination with black and Hispanic Democratic voters, Asian American voters built a bloc for the party that benefited Obama and could benefit other Democrats. Congress is on recess, but House Speaker John Boehner recently said immigration is dead for this year, but not for this Congress, the 113th, which ends next year. Because of primaries, expectations are that the House will wait until after most primary elections to take up immigration. “The speaker is sincere in wanting to get something done, and we’re pleased the president said he can accept the step-by-step approach we’re taking in the House,” Boehner’s spokesman Brendan Buck said in a statement. “For those of you who are committed to getting this done, I am gonna march with you and fight with you every step of the way,” Obama said. Although Immigration Reform has taken a backseat amid health care problems, Hispanic civil right organizations are urging the House of Representatives to pass legislation on a permanent solution for the 11 million aspiring Americans. Janet Murgia President and CEO

of NCLR, said that NCLR commends the president for his push to pass immigration reform this year and implores the House to propose a workable solution that will move the legislative process forward. “The majority of American people want to see immigration reform reach the finish line, and with good reason. As the president said, reform will improve our economy by creating jobs, raising wages, increasing tax revenue and reducing the deficit. It will modernize our legal immigration system and enable the millions of undocumented immigrants to get right with the law by offering them an earned path to citizenship.” “Members on both sides of the aisle need to work together,” Murguía added. “The Senate set the example for how to reach a bipartisan compromise. America is waiting on the House of Representatives to do the same. It is clearly long past time.” Murgia has called on Congress to resume work on a solution to fix our country’s broken immigration system.

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Latino Voters Poised to Again Play Key Role in Coming Elections

ne year after the 2012 elections, O in which the Latino vote played a pivotal role in the re-elec-

tion of President Obama, the Republican Party is still attempting to figure out how to attract Latinos and new immigrant voters to the fold. Tomorrow, voters head to the polls to decide several state elections and the gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia, and it looks like how a politician talks about immigration will continue to be a litmus test for Latino and Asian voters—many of whom see immigration as a personal issue. Consequently, the contrast between the Virginia and New Jersey races couldn’t be more telling. In the Virginia gubernatorial race, ads have attacked Republican Ken Cuccinelli for comparing rats and immigrant families in 2012 when talking about a pest-control policy in the District of Columbia. Cuccinelli—who opposed President George W. Bush’s push for immigration reform in 2007—also attempted to change his perception as an antiimmigrant candidate, but immigrant advocates say they aren’t convinced because of his history. According to the Washington Post, Cuccinelli sponsored a bill when he was a state senator that would have stripped the U.S.-born children of undocumented immigrants of their right to citizenship, and as the state’s current attorney general, he embraced policies

that allow police to check the immigration status of people they stop or arrest. And Cuccinelli has done little outreach to Latino voters at the same time they are becoming a force in the state. “The demographics of Virginia have changed quite significantly, and we are seeing much more political engagement and organizing by Latinos and Asian-American groups in state politics now,” Mark Rozell, a public policy professor at George Mason University, told the Washington Post. “Very bluntly, groups that attracted little attention 15 years ago are now an important driving force in elections in the state.” And while Cuccinelli has not attracted Latino voters, his opponent, Democrat Terry McAuliffe, has worked to gain the community’s support. Ahead of tomorrow’s vote, McAuliffe is leading Cuccinelli by double digits according to several polls. Meanwhile, Gov. Chris Christie (R) coasted to re-election in New Jersey. He has a 30-point lead over Democrat Barbara Buono in some polls, and he is even or barely ahead of Buono among Latino voters. “The governor has built inroads into the Latino community for the past 11 years going back to his days as a U.S. attorney,” Michael Duhaime, a top Christie advisor, told the Daily Beast. On top of his campaign’s out-

reach to Latino voters, Christie has long supported immigration reform that includes a path to citizenship, saying on ABC’s This Week in 2010 that “The president and the Congress have to step up to the plate, they have to secure our borders, and they have to put forward a commonsense path to citizenship for people.” And he recently reversed himself and came out in support of allowing undocumented students to pay in-state tuition at New Jersey public colleges and universities. As the New Jersey Policy Perspective explains, Christie’s reversal removes the last political obstacle in the state that blocked the New Jersey DREAM Act. Absent a dramatic reversal at the polls, tomorrow’s elections are likely to help debunk the argument made by some restrictionists that a vote for immigration reform is a vote for the Democratic Party. Both parties stand to gain from reaching bipartisan solutions on immigration reform, and both parties stand to lose when their members adopt hateful antiimmigrant positions. That makes recent decisions by House Republicans Jeff Denham, Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, and David Valadao to sign on to HR 15, the modified version of the Senate bill, a welcome development. Improving our nation’s immigration system has always been a matter of when, not if, and we’re finally reaching the point where public opinion in favor of immigration reform is strong enough to shake politicians from their complacency.

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ing incumbent Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst. Democrats ran a Latina for the position previously. Linda Chavez Thompson was their 2010 candidate for lieutenant governor, but lost to Dewhurst. In October, Democratic Lt. Governor candidate Maria Luisa Alvarado also announced her candidacy and was the first statewide candidate to visit Lubbock in the 2014 cycle. She is known for attracting citizens who normally “stay home and don’t vote” by listening to peoples’ concerns and viewpoints and persuading them, “that not voting will not fix what is wrong!”

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My Memory of Las Posadas BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

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PURPLE HEART HEROES: Originally the Purple Heart was awarded for meritorious service. Being wounded was one portion of consideration for merit. The Purple Heart, per regulation is awarded in the name of the President of the United States to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with one of the U.S. Armed Services after April 5, 1917 has been wounded, killed, or has died after being wounded. This year about 12 recipients were recognized at the "Here's to Our Heroes" reception that is put on by Latino Lubbock Magazine.

AMERICAN WOMEN VETERANS: Female veterans were among the honored at the 3rd Annual "Here's to Our Heroes" reception sponsored by Latino Lubbock Magazine. The current projected percentage of U.S. Veterans who are women is 10 percent. The population of women Veterans numbered 2,271,222. Texas is among the states with the largest number of women Veterans.

song. Small glowing lights from candles ascend slowly upon the block of houses and harmonize with the reflection from the luminarias that line the streets and sidewalks of homes and the church. Participating families wait eagerly for this Spanish folk drama re-enactment of the time Mary and Joseph searched for shelter in Bethlehem. The celebration referred to as Las Posadas is relevant to the inn at Bethlehem in the Nativity story; it begins each Dec. 16 and continues through Christmas Eve. Spanish friars developed the Posadas celebration as a way to introduce religion to the indigenous people in Mexico. They used this event to engage them in a very simple way where they could understand the faith and its significance. Each of the nine nights, the Posadas are observed with religious processions. The tradition varies in different churches and different regions of Texas and New Mexico. Some churches create live nativities, which portray the Virgin Mary and Joseph. Church members walk from house to house singing and carrying candles. At each house, they

ask for shelter and food. Like in the story, they are refused. Las Posadas is also a way to help keep the traditions and culture alive. It’s part of a tradition to keep the Christmas story alive. After a Posada procession, everyone returns to the colorfully decorated church hall that is adorned with a star-shaped piñata. The piñata symbolizes the guiding North Star. Growing up, I remember going to the parish hall for a celebration after the door to door procession. The Guadalupanos, a Catholic church men’s group, served beverages including coffee, cinnamon tea and hot chocolate. The Guadalupanas, a group made up of many generations of women, served treats and

delicatessen made from family recipes, including a variety of Mexican sweet bread, and sometimes even tamales. Even today, the conversations in English and Spanish overlap each other and create a restful feeling. Loud laughter from the men as they talk and share stories fills the room, while the children strategically anticipate the breaking of the piñata. “Dalé, dalé,” hollers one of the adults, with that the candy drops. And as we departed, a small paper sack filled with an apple, orange, peanuts and candy was given to the children of fruit. Today many of the traditions are similar. And fortunately, Las Posadas remain as strong.

Lubbock Habitat to host ﬁnal Homeowner Workshop of the year ubbock Habitat for Humanity will host of the workshop, participants will receive L its final Homeowner Workshop of the a certificate and be eligible to apply for a year on Saturday, December 7, 2013 from Habitat home. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Byron Martin Advanced Technology Center. This is an opportunity for low to moderate-income families to learn the basics of homeownership and how to become a Habitat homeowner. Lubbock residents interested in owning a Habitat home should start by attending this workshop. Attendees will learn about several aspects of homeownership from financing to insurance. At the end

Acceptance into the program is based on three criteria. Applicants are selected according to their need, ability to repay the no profit, no interest mortgage and their willingness to partner with Habitat. This is the last Homeowner Workshop that will be offered in 2013. Attendees should be prepared to stay for the entire three hours and bring photo identification. The Byron Martin Advanced Technology Center is located at 3201 Avenue Q. No childcare will be provided.

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The five-person field battled for the seat occupied by Wes Perry. Morales is the third straight at large councilman to move up to the mayor’s seat. Morales also make history as Midland’s first Hispanic mayor.

The Gift of Freedom Villareal took pride in serving his country

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g t . S Jose Villa real was never a man of large physical stature, but he embodied the b r a v e r y, courage and spirit necessary

to be a soldier. Born on Christmas Day in 1946, he was a gift that would leave an honorable mark on the world. Villareal served in the Vietnam War as a gunman and eventually reached the rank of sergeant. If he was going to fight for his country, he wanted to be in the front lines leading the charge. Mrs. Beatrice Villareal was married to Sgt. Villareal for 41 years before his death on March 7, 2010. Mrs. Villareal said what made him special was that he really cared about people. “He would always thank God for anything good that would happen,” she said. “He had God in his heart.”

What Mrs. Villareal admires most about her husband was he was proud to serve his country and talked about it often. She said she would stay up with him on many nights because he wanted to talk about the days he served at Vietnam. “We would stay up until 6 in the morning talking about the war,” she said. “He would tell the stories over and over again. Sometimes he would cry and I would cry with him. It was hard.” Although he suffered for many years due to post-war illnesses, Sgt. Villareal’s faith in Christ is what kept him going when times got hard. “He said if it wasn’t for God, he wouldn’t have been alive for all these years,” Mrs. Villareal said. “We had tough times, but we managed to stick together.” Sgt. Villareal was awarded a Purple Heart and many other prestigious medals for his years of military service. He was paralyzed after his last tour in Vietnam. Although he was unable to walk, he still had the willingness to get involved. “He said even if he had to sit on the side, he would do it,” Mrs. Villareal said. “He just wanted to contribute again.” Mrs. Villareal said people would

tell Sgt. Villareal he fought an unpopular war. Nevertheless, he took pride in his accomplishments and remained faithful to the country he loved. Sgt. Villareal will be remembered as a man who was afraid of nothing. He never let his lack of size dictate what his life would become. He approached every situation with courage and devotion. May he be remembered as a hero and a man of God. His life and service to his country is the gift that keeps on giving.

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STRESS: Unpleasant Memories Negative memories of past seasons sometimes resurface during the holidays, often adding more stress. SOLUTION: Surround yourself and your children with safe, supportive people. Being with others can provide strength and nurturing during a difficult time. STRESS: Financial Pressure Overspending adds stress and can ruin the holiday spirit. SOLUTION: Your family and friends do not want you to go into debt due to holiday gifts or events! Buy smaller gifts, create handmade gifts… remember it’s the thought that counts! STRESS: Cultural Diversity With so many different cultures and holidays, children can feel different, out of place or confused, which can lead to family stress. SOLUTION: Talk to your child about all of the holidays people celebrate and why. Spend time learning about other holidays so they understand them as well as your own. STRESS: Using to Cope During the busy holiday season, many people increase their use of alcohol and drugs, decrease sleep, and consume more food than usual. SOLUTION: Take good care of yourself and your family! Get proper rest, eat healthy foods, and avoid alcohol or drugs. (En español on p. 21)

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may be swollen glands and flulike symptoms. These may come and go a month or two after infection. Severe symptoms may not appear until months or years later.

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Los primeros signos de infección con VIH pueden ser inflamación de los ganglios y síntomas gripales. Los mismos pueden presentarse y desaparecer un mes o dos después de la infección. Los síntomas graves pueden no aparecer hasta pasados meses o años. Con un análisis de sangre se puede saber si una persona tiene una infección por VIH. El profesional de la salud puede realizar la prueba o llamar para una derivación a la línea nacional 1-800-CDC-INFO (en español y en inglés, las 24 horas del día, 1-800-232-4636; 1-888232-6348 - TTY).

Mes nacional de la prevención del SIDA

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s Rudy and Daisy Robles emA barked on the home of one of their family members on December

27, 2011, they suspected that something was going on. That evening the couple had planned to celebrate their 25th anniversary, and were looking forward to a nice romantic dinner – just the two of them, as this anniversary would become the most memorable of their lives. Just a month earlier, their “Happily ever after,” was disrupted. On November 15, 2011, Rudy called Daisy at work to tell her something was terribly wrong with him. He could not remember how to work his work computer, and was having trouble remembering and saying things. So she rushed to pick him up, and took him to the hospital, where a CAT Scan was performed. A mass was found. So Rudy was transferred to UMC for further tests. Doctors there found he had a weak vessel that had ruptured in his brain, but the procedure that had to be done could only be done at yet another hospital. As such, early the next day, surgery was performed. The doctor later explained that the vessel had stopped bleeding, but a brain tumor called Glioblastoma was found. This cancer was what was affecting his memory and speech. At first, her reaction didn’t sink in, she couldn’t recall the words the doctor had said. “I didn’t hear the word ‘cancer’… all I heard was brain tumor. Everything else… I didn’t even hear.” For three days, she didn’t share the news with Rudy. How could she tell him that it was incurable? Incidentally, another family member, Marylou his sister-in-law, with no blood relation, had that same cancer, and passed away. She had already been told by the doctor that there was no cure.

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technician, of Lubbock has passed the highest license that can be achieved in that profession. Currently she works as a marketing assistant and a laser licensed technician with a senior license. She aspires to one day open her own medspa. "This is truly a step forward to one day achieving my dream," she said. Garcia is currently employed at Boston 360 Med Spa, and prides herself in her work. She is married to Jason Garcia, is and the proud mother of three.

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“Rudy had never been sick, not even the flu,” she said explaining the numbness, the shock. “We were in denial.” They agreed that they would do their best and enjoy every moment, every day. In previous years Rudy and Daisy had discussed renewing their 25th anniversary vows. So as they entered the home that evening on the 27th of December, they were surprised to find that their son had planned a wedding to renew their vows. “It was the best gift we could've ever asked for,” she reflected adding that it was more significant because they had their children by their side - their son Rudy Kristopher; their daughter, Jade Kristianne; and their son, Hunter Kristian. She proudly described the reception and renewal. One of Kristopher’s friends made a cake that was highlighted with their original cake topper from their wedding. The house was decorated in beautiful Christmas wedding decor. And then they had the vow renewal, which was done by her son’s best friend’s dad. “Rudy was feeling good. We were so happy, it was very beautiful and intimate.” As the months progressed, Daisy explained how they went from Houston to Chicago, and then Ft. Worth to see if doctors could buy them more time as most patients live anywhere from 3 months to 6 months. Sadly, every doctor told them there was nothing they could do. Their local doctor plead with them to enjoy what time they had left with Rudy. “It was hell, we didn’t know when it was going to happen…there was no

cure,” she said. She committed to portraying strength, but daily as she showered she would cry uncontrollably. When she was finished, she would dry her tears, put on a smile, and then walk out to face the day… to face Rudy and her family. “Rudy was the love of my life. Everyday I fell in love with him more and more. My husband never met a stranger, and always helped others who needed help. He could never say no to anyone. He was an amazing athlete, son, husband, father and friend,” she said lovingly as she described her husband. With every passing day, it got tougher. And then the day came on November 12, 2012 – three days shy of when they first received his diagnoses …Rudy passed away, surrounded by his family and friends. On the day that they had his funeral, she remained strong, but inside she was dying. She was so touched by the outpouring of prayers and support. And much like the day that she was told of his cancer, she was overwhelmed and remembered little. Rudy had his body donated to science, which she said was another unselfish act he did before he died. "He wanted to assure that someone else would have a chance that he didn't," Daisy said adding that this December they would’ve been married 26 years. “We always planned for the future…but I encourage everyone to also live for the day.”

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National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month

n 2004, driving under the influI ence of alcohol caused nearly 17,000 fatal accidents, accounting

for 39 percent of all traffic deaths, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. An alcohol-related motor vehicle crash kills someone in the United States every 31 minutes and injures someone every two minutes. During the holiday season, the roads become even more dangerous. Parties and festivities make the period between Christmas and New Year's Day the most deadly season when it comes to alcohol-related crashes. All of these deaths and injuries can be prevented. This holiday season and throughout the year, make a commitment to avoid driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs and stop others from doing the same. Get involved in the campaign to increase community awareness about the tragic consequences of driving under the influence. Drugged driving has only recently

been recognized as posing the same kind of danger as driving under the influence of alcohol. While there are no statistics yet as t o the number of accidents or fatalities caused by drug-impaired driving, many believe the numbers are just as high. In the past few years, many states have adopted laws against drug-impaired driving. The National Safety Council has launched a campaign to educate the public on the dangers of driving while impaired by many common prescription and over-the-counter drugs, such as antihistamines and anti-anxiety medications. If you take prescription or other drugs, check with your doctor or pharmacist and learn about the laws in your state.

Mes nacional de la prevención del manejo bajo efectos de alcohol o drogas

egún la Administración nacioS nal para la seguridad del tránsito en las carreteras, en el año 2004,

el manejo bajo la influencia de alcohol fue la causa de casi 17.000 accidentes fatales, responsable del 39 por ciento de todas las muertes de tráfico. En Estados Unidos, cada 31 minutos muere una persona y cada 2 minutos se lesiona una persona por accidentes automovilísticos asociados al alcohol. Durante las temporadas de fiestas, las pistas se tornan aún más peligrosas. Las fiestas y las festividades hacen del periodo entre Navidad y Año Nuevo la temporada de mayor mortandad en lo que se refiere a accidentes asociados al alcohol. Todas estas muertes y daños podrían ser evitados. Haga para estas fiestas y para todo el resto del año, la promesa de evitar manejar bajo la influencia de alcohol o de drogas y evite que otros lo hagan. Involúcrese en la campaña para aumentar la conciencia de la comunidad sobre las

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trágicas consecuencias de manejar bajo la influencia del alcohol. Sólo recientemente se ha reconocido que el manejo bajo los efectos de drogas representa el mismo peligro que manejar bajo la influencia de alcohol. Si bien todavía no hay estadísticas en lo que se refiere al número de accidentes o fatalidades causadas por el manejo vulnerado por las drogas, muchos piensan que los números son igualmente elevados. En los últimos años, muchos estados han adoptado leyes contra el manejo bajo la influencia de drogas. El National Safety Council ha lanzado una campaña para educar al público sobre los peligros de manejar bajo la influencia de cualquiera de las muchas drogas recetadas y drogas sin receta, tales como antihistamínicos y medicamentos contra la ansiedad. Si está tomando alguna droga recetada o cualquier otra droga, consulte a su médico o farmacéutico y conozca las leyes de su estado.

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t’s time to prepare for the winter season. Being ill prepared for the season can be not only expensive but dangerous. First, prepare for the flu season by getting a flu shot. Who should get the shot? Those with chronic illnesses, and children. They are the most vulnerable to the flu. To prevent the spread of the virus, wash your hands constantly. Clean keyboards, phone and so on at both home and work. Prepare your home for the winter. Have your heater checked and make sure you change filters; test your carbon monoxide monitors and fire alarms and replace the batteries. Have your fireplace checked. Do not use the stove as a source of heat it can

be very dangerous. If you use a space heater have it checked and make sure there are no flammable items around it. Have enough food, water, and medications to last at least three days. Have flashlights, a weather DR. JUAN FITZ radio, batteries, and extra blankets. Never use open flames or grills inside the house they lead to heavy concentration of carbon monoxide.

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ser no sólo es caro , pero peligroso . En primer lugar , a prepararse para la temporada de gripe por vacunarse contra la gripe . ¿Quién debe recibir la vacuna ? Las personas con enfermedades crónicas y niños . Ellos son los más vulnerables a la gripe. Para prevenir la propagación del virus, lavarse las manos constantemente. Teclados limpias, teléfono , etc , tanto en el hogar y el trabajo. Prepare su casa para el invierno. Haga que su calentador de comprobar y asegurarse de que cambia los filtros , probar sus monitores de monóxido de carbono y las alarmas de incendio y cambiar las pilas . Haga que su chimenea facturado. No

utilice la estufa como una fuente de calor que puede ser muy peligroso. Si usa un calentador de espacio se debe verificar y asegurarse de que no hay ningún elemento inflamable en las cercanías . Tener suficiente comida , agua y medicamentos para durar al menos tres días . Tenga linternas, una radio del tiempo , las baterías y mantas. Nunca use llamas abiertas o parrillas dentro de la casa conducen a una fuerte concentración de monóxido de carbono.

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Eli Velasquez named TTU associate vice chancellor

exas Tech University System T officials have announced the appointment of Eli Velasquez as as-

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sociate vice chancellor for technology commercialization. In this role, Velasquez will manage intellectual property and technology transfer for each of the TTU System component institutions. Velasquez is responsible for managing intellectual property and technology transfer for each of the universities within the TTU System. His main focus is to bring university discoveries from the laboratory to the market and working to develop a more robust high tech economy in West Texas. “I am pleased to lead the Texas Tech University System’s efforts of transferring its research to the marketplace, and building an innovation-based region,” Velasquez said. “Enabled with great research, supportive leadership and a collaborative team, I am eager to contribute to the next set of successes across the system and West Texas.” Previously, Velasquez served as director of Innovate El Paso, a nonprofit organization that managed the El Paso RCIC and helped applicants access $9.5 million from the Texas Emerging Technology Fund. Furthermore, he co-founded El Paso’s first technology business incubator, recruited El Paso’s first full-fledged patent firm, and launched one of only three applied entrepreneurship programs for women in Texas. Velasquez obtained a bachelor’s degree in mechanical

Latino Unemployment Up to 9.1% he unemployment 9.1 percent from 9.0 percent in September. Latino unT rate for October rose employment was up to 7.3 percent from

7.2 percent from the previous month. 204,000 jobs were added in October with the 16-day federal government shutdown having less of a negative impact than anticipated. The Labor Department said there were “no discernible impacts” of the shutdown on the number of job gains. The majority of new jobs came from the leisure and hospitality sector, that added 53,000 new jobs while retailers Two-time National Champs hired 44,000 people. The Latino unemployMultiple Division Champs rate in October Texas Team & Individual Champs ment ticked up by .1 percent to

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engineering from Boston U n i v e r s i t y. Initially an engineer with Boeing and later an IP manager, he obtained his law degree with an Intellectual Property Certificate from Whittier Law School in Costa Mesa, Calif. “We have had significant growth in university technologies in the last couple of years, and with that comes the opportunity to convert those technologies into commercial products, regional economic growth and revenue for the Texas Tech University System,” said Jodey Arrington, vice chancellor for research and commercialization. “The next phase of success in this area will require a leader like Eli who understands the dynamics of developing an innovation economy in West Texas including the creation of investor networks and startup companies.” Chancellor Kent Hance said this position helps component institutions of the TTU System reach its research goals. “The Office of Research & Commercialization plays a crucial role in maximizing the Texas Tech University System’s research enterprise and Texas Tech University’s efforts to become one of the nation’s truly great research universities,” Hance said. “Eli’s impressive career accomplishments make him an outstanding addition, and we look forward to exciting opportunities with him on our team in the future.”

at 9.1 percent back in July of this year. AfricanAmericans and teenagers (16to-19 years old) continue to have the highest rates of unemployment in the country. Teenagers have an unemployment rate of 22.2 percent while AfricanAmericans have a 13.1 percent rate. There are now 11.3 million Americans without work, 4.1 million people, or 36 percent of the job force out of work at least 6 months and 13.8 percent of people underemployed. On the bright side the percentage of Americans working or looking for work fell to a new 35-year low.

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Pancho Clos to stop at Trejo Center BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

ancho Clos, Santa Claus’ MexP ican cousin from the South, will make his 43rd annual visit to

the children of Lubbock at the Maggie Trejo Super Center on Sunday, December 22, 2013 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the, at 3200 Amherst St. All kids can come see Pancho Clos and get a bag filled with treats. Pancho Clos is usually escorted by a surprise deliverer - by car and motorcycle clubs, a fire truck, helicopter. Regardless of his transportation mode, many children line up with

their parents for the chance to meet Pancho Clos. The idea for an actual Pancho Clos originated in Lubbock in 1970, by the late Gus Medina, owner of a small bilingual publication in Lubbock, and two of his reporters, Jesse Reyes and Bidal Aguero. Pancho Claus made his first appearance in 1971. Since then, he has been a part of G.I. Forum fundraisers and community events. The Pancho Clos character continues to be portrayed by GI Forum members locally and across the U.S.

57th Annual Santa Land to Open December 10th

hildren from Lubbock and surrounding communities are invited to be a part of the 57th Annual Santa Land, which will open December 1023, 2013 from 6-10 p.m. nightly, and as always, Santa Land is free to the public. For visits with Santa, parents are encouraged to bring their children early in the evening as the line is stopped on busy nights at approximately 9 p.m. or earlier depending on the crowd. Enjoy live entertainment most evenings from 6:30-8 p.m. Hot chocolate and other refreshments are

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS OFRENDAS Y PROGRAMA: Troop 6073 held a day of crafts and workshops bringing more awareness to Dia de los Muertos. Each Girl Scout, and leaders also prepared ofrendas honoring family members and friends that have passed. Weekly the troop meets for events, badges, and hold fundraisers. They now meet at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 3200 Amherst at 6 pm, weekly on Wednesdays. This troop is focusing on the My Promise My Faith curriculum. Join them or any Girl Scout Troop for leadership building, and lost of fun!

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available for sale at the concession youth programs. stand. Parents are welcome to bring cameras and video cameras to take photos of their children with Santa at no Mark Your Calendar charge. For those who forget their 2013-14 LISD School Holidays cameras, keepsake digital photos may be purchased Dec. 11 Early Dismissal April 11 Fifth six weeks ends for $5 each. Dec. 19/20 Early Dismissal / Exam Days April 14 Sixth six weeks begins The entrance to Dec. 23-Jan. 6 Holidays April 18 Staff and student holiday / Weather Santa Land is from Jan. 7 Students return make-up the East Broadway Jan. 9 Mid-term graduation day 2 to Cesar E. Chavez Jan. 20 Student Holiday April 21 Professional development / Student Drive into MackFeb. 12 Early Dismissal holiday March 17-21 Spring Break Weather make-up day 1 enize Park. April 9 Early Dismissal / Half-day professional May 26 Memorial Day Holiday Santa Land is codevelopment May 29-30 Early dismissal / Exam Days sponsored by Latino Lubbock Magazine and many sponsors.

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El Día de la Virgen de Guadalupe BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA ART BY JOEY "WISEONE" MARTINEZ

he is known as the Mother of God and shows herself differently to people so they can identify with her, her, but she also chooses to manifest herself with messages and challenges for all. The Virgin Mary has presented herself in different ways to people of different backgrounds so they could get to know her intimately. As participants prepare for the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the patron saint of Mexico, the story of when the Virgin aligned herself with the common people and not with the socially powerful. On Dec. 12, 1531, in Mexico, a poor Indian, Juan Diego, was looking for water for his uncle, when he was surprised by a vision of a beautiful woman who directed him to a spring of fresh, cool water. In the same spot a few days later, the vision appeared to Juan Diego again. This time, she told him to go to Mexico City to tell the high church officials to build a church in her name on that site. The church officials did not believe the poor Indian man, questioning why the Virgin Mary would appear to someone so lowly. They insisted on proof. As such, Diego returned to the hillside to visit the Virgin again and asked her for a sign. She asked him to pick full bloom roses that normally did not grow in that area or in the winter. He picked them and wrapped them in his rough Indian blanket and brought them to the church officials. When he opened his blanket, the officials fell to their knees in adoration and amazement, as they saw a beautiful image imprinted on the Indian’s blanket. It was the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe, just as Juan Diego had seen her.

have established their faith. La Sociedad’s duties culminate each year on December 12th, the Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe. In preparation for her Feast Day, La Sociedad Guadalupana prays the Rosary and a novena on the nine days leading up to her Feast Day. On December 12th, in the a.m. new members are installed, along with serenades or Mañanitas to La Virgen . Members of the Sociedad Guadalupana participate in the annual procession in her honor during which they pray the Rosary as they journey from the designated location in the city of Lubbock to the parish church of Our Lady of Guadalupe. A serenade or Mañanitas follows inside the church with Mariachis and Matachines-“Indigenous Dancers.”

Los Matachines The Matachina

dance, or "Danza de Matachines" (Spanish) is explained by oral tradition amongst most Indian Tribes as "The Dance of the Moors and Christians" and is the first masked dance introduced by the Spaniards. The Matachines dance for a deeper religious purpose, since most of them join to venerate Our Lady of Guadalupe. Dressed in traditional ceremonial dress and clothing, a chorus of dancers include La Malinche, or Malintzin, the Indian mistress of Hernán Cortés; El Toro, the bull, the malevolent comic man of the play (also symbolizes Satan, or the Devil, according to Roman Catholic religious interpretations), dressed with the skins of the buffalo and wearing the horns of this sacred ancestor; Abuelo, the grandfather, and Abuela, grandmother. Much symbolism is seen in these groups. The most basic symbol of the dance is good vs. evil, with good prevailing. The dances performed by the MaDia de la Virgen de Guadalupe tachines have significant symbolAnnually on Dec. 12, Dia de la ism. Virgen de Guadalupe (The Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe), celebra- In Lubbock Hundreds of area tions and processions take place Catholic faithful from throughthroughout Mexico, weaving in- out the Diocese of Lubbock will digenous dances and traditions gather on Sunday, December 8, at into the worship of the Virgin. 3 p.m., to participate in the annual Thousands of devout worshippers procession honoring the Virgen of make pilgrimages to the Basilica Guadalupe. of the Virgin of Guadalupe in The Guadalupe Procession, will northern Mexico City. They view begin at Byron Martin ATC, 3201 the image of the Virgin on Juan Avenue Q & 34th Street, and will Diego’s blanket and worship with travel east to Ave. L, and south to Catholics from around the world. 52nd st., and end at Our Lady of Pilgrims also visit the shrine that Guadalupe Church. (Three buses was built on the hillside where will be available so that those parJuan Diego first saw the vision. ticipating in the Procession may leave their vehicles here at Our Las Guadalupanas From the be- Lady of Guadalupe Parish. Click ginning, Sociedades Guadalupanas here for a map of the route.) have formed wherever Mexicans Floats by each church will be pre-

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pared by various groups including the Guadalupanas and the Guadalupanos, some will feature the Joyful Mysteries of the Holy Rosary and some will feature a girl who will play the role of the Virgen and a boy who will play Juan Diego. Mass celebrated by Bishop Placido Rodriguez at 4:30 p.m., immediately after the procession. Following the celebration of the Mass, Bishop Rodriguez will bless roses that each family can take home. And a reception after the mass, will conclude festivities.

Other Events & Observances Novena Masses At Our Lady Of Guadalupe Church: 52nd & Avenue L, Lubbock Dec. 4, 6 p.m. (Fr. Joseph Palacios) Dec. 5, 6 p.m. by Father Peter D’Souza Dec. 6, 6 p.m. (Father Jose Kochuparambil) Dec. 7, 6 p.m. (Father Andres Mendoza) Dec. 9, 6 p.m. Penance Service (Several priests will be available for confession) Dec. 10, 6 p.m. (Father Rudy Crasta) Dec. 11, 6 p.m. (Father Ernesto Lopez) Dec. 12, 6 a.m. Mass & Mañanitas, (Bishop Plácido Rodríguez) Dec. 12, 6 p.m. Mass, play and installation of new Guadalupanas(Father Andres Mendoza) Our Lady Of Guadalupe Festivities Slaton: 640 S. 4th, Procession -Saturday December 7 at 4 p.m. Procession will proceed from the church downtown followed by Mass afterward at the church. Sunday, December 8, 10:30 a.m. Mass followed by a meal. Thursday, December 12 – Mañanitas at 5 a.m., followed by Mass. Feast Of Our Lady Of Guadalupe St. Josephs Church: Dec. 12th begins with the mañanitas at 6:30 a.m., followed by the celebration of Mass, and breakfast in the Conference room immediately following, at St. Joseph's Church Lubbock, 102 N. Ave. P.

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Anniversary/Wedding Announcements

Anniversary Carlos and Cecilia Aguirre 65th as of December 6, 1948

Anniversary Pete and Ofelia Gonzales 63rd as of December 9,1950

Anniversary Edward & Stella Acosta, 55th as of 12/16/58

Anniversary Ramiro & Teresa Lopez 55th as of December 3

Anniversary Pablo and Maria Garcia, 54th on December 26, 1959

Anniversary Luis and Victoria Salas, 53rd as of December 24, 1960

Anniversary Juan & Patsy Gonzales, 52nd as of December 23, 1961

Anniversary Rosa & Joe Davila, 52nd as of December 9, 1961

Anniversary Simon and Ofelia Cardenas 50th as of November 10, 1963

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Anniversary Frank and Margie Aguilar, 40th as of Dec. 15,1973

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Anniversary Remigio & Sylvia Rios, 40th as of Dec. 31,1973

Anniversary Eddie & Lupe Silva, 31st as of December 28,1982

Anniversary Boni and Diane Vasquez, 25th as of Dec. 10, 1988

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Home/casa Neighborhood Meetings HOMEBUYER’S WORKSHOP will be held Saturday, December 3, from 9am to 12 pm at the Byron Martin Technology Center. During the workshop, discussion will be held on how to become a homeowner. Participants will receive a certificate of completion and an application. Participants must bring a photo id, and be prepared to stay for three hours. Lubbock County Emergency Management and the Lubbock Police Department use the nixle alerting system to disseminate Public Safety and Public Emergency Alert messages. All Citizens of Lubbock County are encouraged to sign up for this free service. Visit www.nixle.com/ ARNETT-BENSON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS Join your neighbors and help work for the betterment of the community. Hosted by the Neighborhood Association the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Trejo Center, 3200 Amherst. HEART OF LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meeting is the fourth Monday of each month, 7 pm, at the Volunteer Center of Lubbock, 1706 23rd. G U A D A L U P E NEIGHBORHOOD A S S O C I AT I O N MEETING meetings are scheduled the last Tues. of every month at 6 PM, at St. Joseph's Church 102 N. Ave. P. TECH TERRACE UNIT NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING Last Thursday of each month, at 6 p.m. at JT Hutch cafeteria. JACKSON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING Meets monthly, the last Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. in the Jackson school cafeteria. Call (806)6871751 for info. 2-1-1 NON-EMERGENCY QUESTIONS 2-1-1 is a free help line answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, which will link you to health and community services.

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Seasonal Affective Disorder

easonal affective disorder (also called SAD) is a type of depression that is triggered by the seasons. The most common type of SAD is called winter-onset depression. Symptoms usually begin in late fall or early winter and go away by summer. A much less common type of SAD, known as summer-onset depression, usually begins in the late spring or early summer and goes away by winter. SAD may be related to changes in the amount of daylight during different times of the year. How common is SAD? As many as half a million people in the United States may have winter-onset depression. Another 10% to 20% may experience mild SAD. SAD is more common in women than in men. Although some children and teenagers get SAD, it usually doesn't start in people younger than 20 years of age. For adults, the risk of SAD decreas-

es as they get older. Winter-onset SAD is more common in northern regions, where the winter season is typically longer and more harsh. What are the symptoms of SAD? Although your symptoms are clues to the diagnosis, not everyone who has SAD experiences the same symptoms. Common symptoms of winter-onset SAD include the following: a change in appetite, especially a craving for sweet or starchy foods; weight gain; a drop in energy level; fatigue; a tendency to oversleep; difficulty concentrating; irritability and anxiety; increased sensitivity to social rejection; and avoidance of social situations and

a loss of interest in the activities you used to enjoy SAD may also include some of the symptoms that are present in other forms of depression. These symptoms include feelings of guilt, ongoing feelings of hopelessness and physical problems (such as headaches). Is there a treatment for SAD? Yes, treatment is available for SAD. Winter-onset SAD is most likely caused by your body's reaction to the lack of sunlight. Light therapy is one option for treating this type of SAD because increased sunlight can improve symptoms. Your doctor may also want you to try medicine or behavior therapy to treat your SAD.

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del norte en las cuales la estación de invierno típicamente es más larga y más fuerte. ¿Cómo puede saber mi médico que tengo TAE? a pesar de que sus síntomas son claves para el diagnóstico, no todo el mundo con tae tiene los mismos síntomas. los síntomas comunes de depresión en el invierno incluyen lo siguiente: un cambio en el apetito, especialmente antojarse de dulces o comidas con almidón; aumento de peso; una disminución en el nivel de energía; fatiga; tendencia a dormir en exceso; dificultad para concentrarse; irritabilidad o ansiedad; aumento de sensibilidad al rechazo social; y evitar situaciones en que haya contacto social y pérdida de interés por actividades que usted antes solía disfrutar. TAE puede incluir también alguno de los síntomas que están presentes en las demás formas de depresión. Estos síntomas incluyen sentimien-

tos de culpabilidad, sentimientos presentes de falta de esperanza y problemas físicos tales como dolores de cabeza. ¿Existe tratamiento para el TAE? Sí, si hay tratamiento disponible para el TAE. La depresión que a aparece en el invierno muy probablemente es por causa de una reacción de su cuerpo a la falta de luz solar. La terapia con luz es una opción para tratar este tipos de TAE puesto que un aumento de la luz solar puede mejorar los síntomas. Es posible que su médico también quiera que usted intente usar medicamento o terapia del comportamiento para tratar su TAE.

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cido por su sigla en inglés SAD) es un tipo de depresión que se desencadena con las estaciones. El tipo más común de TAE es la llamada depresión que comienza en el invierno. Los síntomas usualmente, comienzan al final del otoño o al comienzo del invierno y desaparecen en el verano. Un tipo mucho menos común de TAE que se conoce como depresión que comienza en el verano usualmente comienza al final de la primavera o al comienzo del verano y desaparece con el invierno. El TAE puede estar relacionado con cambios en la cantidad de luz solar durante las distintas épocas del año. ¿Qué tan común es el TAE? Tantas como medio millón de personas en los Estados Unidos de América pueden tener depresión que comienza en el invierno. Otro 10 a 20 % pueden experimentar TAE leve. El TAE es más común en las mujeres que en los hombres. A pesar de que a algunos niños y adolescentes les dé TAE, éste usualmente no comienza en personas menores de 20 años de edad. Para los adultos, el riesgo de TAE disminuye a medida que ellos envejecen. La depresión que comienza en el invierno TAE es más común en las regiones

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La Tensión Durante Las Navidades y Salaiz named finalist in competition Soluciónes para Padres de Familia mariachi Salaiz, a stu- in the Lila Cockrell Theas navidades son fiestas para la CAUSA: Demasiadas responsabili- CAUSA: Presión financiera Gastar Rachel at Texas Tech, ater in San Antonio. L familia y amigos…pero a veces dades Crear una lista con demasia- excesivamente durante estas fechas is adent finalist for the 19th The competition brings añade tensión y puede arruinar la dejamos que la tensión opaque es- das actividades durante las tas festividades. Si se encuentra con tensión este año, siga estas sugerencias que pueden ayudarle a Ud. y a su familia a disfrutar con menos tensión y más diversión! CAUSA: Expectativas muy altas Las fiestas navideñas pueden causar tensión cuando las personas se ponen bajo mucha presión para crear una navidad “perfecta.” SOLUCIÓN: Relájese…estas festividades son para estar con amigos y la familia, y nadie es perfecto. Sea usted mismo y disfrute a las personas a su alrededor.

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festividades navideñas puede crear mucha tensión para usted y su familia. SOLUCIÓN: Haga planes con anticipación, aprenda a decir “no”, y nunca comprometa demasiado ni a Ud. ni a su familia. No dude en pedir ayuda. Lo que más quieren los niños es pasar tiempo con Ud. CAUSA: La tensión de viajar Viajar durante las festividades navideñas puede causar tensión excesiva, ya sea por el tráfico, la falta de dormir u otras responsabilidades, como hacer el equipaje y planificar para su ausencia. SOLUCIÓN: Planifique sus viajes con anticipación y no se preocupe de limitar el tiempo de la estancia de sus huéspedes. Planee para lo no anticipado y acuérdese que los viajes son difíciles para los niños. Lleve consigo juegos, libros, revistas y meriendas. CAUSA: Recuerdos desagradables Recuerdos negativos de épocas pasadas pueden volver durante las fiestas navideñas, añadiendo tensión. SOLUCIÓN: Rodéese a si mismo y a sus hijos con personas que les apoyan de manera sana y comprensiva. El estar con otra gente le puede reconfortar y servir de apoyo durante momentos difíciles.

emoción de las fiestas navideñas. SOLUCIÓN: Su familia y amigos no quieren que se endeude por los regalos navideños, fiestas o eventos. Compre regalos menos costosos, pero significativos para las personas. ¡Acuérdese que es la intención lo que cuenta! CAUSA: Diversidad cultural Con tantas diferentes culturas y celebraciones de fin de año, los niños pueden sentirse diferentes, alejados y confundidos, y esto puede aumentar tensión para la familia. SOLUCIÓN: Hable con su niño sobre todas las diferentes festividades que celebran las diferentes culturas. Pase tiempo investigando otras celebraciones con sus niños para que ellos también puedan entender más y compararlas con las suyas. CAUSA: Excederse durante las festividades Durante las multiples actividades navideñas, mucha gente aumenta su consumo de alcohol, deja de dormir, y consume más comida de lo normal. SOLUCIÓN: Cuide su salud y la de su familia. Asegúrese de descansar bastante y comer comidas sanas, evitando bebidas alcohólicas y drogas ilícitas.

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LULAC to Host 22nd Annual Senior Christmas Dinner or the 22nd F year, LULAC Council #263 will

hold their annual Senior Citizens Christmas Dinner. Lifetime member, Robert Lugo, started the event 22 years ago on behalf of LULAC Council #263, to demonstrate their appreciation to senior citizens and simply celebrate Christmas with the elder Hispanics of the community. A free meal with all the trimmings

will be provided. In addition, door prizes will be given, as well as a special visit by Pancho Clos, who will hand out treat bags filled with fruit and candy to seniors. In conjunction with the dinner, LULAC will also hold a senior citizen dance. The event will take place December 12, 2013 at the Maggie Trejo Supercenter, located at 3200 Amherst. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. Pancho Clos will arrive at 7:30 p.m. and the dance will be held from 8 to 10 p.m.

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2013 and is James Robert Villanueva's second full-length book. His first book, "Remembering Slaton, Texas: Centennial Stories 19112011," was released by the history press in spring of 2011. James Robert Villanueva's writing and story has been featured in the Lubbock Avalanche Journal, Latino Lubbock Magazine, Texas Monthly Magazine and Campus Pride. He is currently the managing editor for The Slatonite Newspaper in Slaton, Texas and coaches high school cheerleading.

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2013 Ballet Lubbock Nutcracker to feature exciting new production elements rtistic A enhancements will debut when Market Street presents Ballet Lubbock’s The Nutcracker December 1315, 2013. The production will be presented at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center: Friday, Dec. 13 at 7 p.m., Sat-

urday, Dec. 14 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 15 at 2 p.m. This year’s The Nutcracker will feature exciting new production elements to enhance the family tradition. One new addition is the use of magic during the show. To create new illusions, Ballet Lubbock teamed with a professional magician, Irving Quant, to work with the production team and cast. The production will also debut new costumes designed by production manager Janie Bush. “Magical illusions, beautiful new Snow Scene costumes, new set pieces, and a newly decorated Christmas tree make this a production you

won’t want to miss,” says Janie Bush. “Every year, Ballet Lubbock’s presentation of The Nutcracker is filled with new and exciting production elements.” Conducting the Ballet Lubbock Nutcracker Orchestra this year will be Mr. David Cho, the current resident conductor of the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are now on sale through Select-A-Seat. They can be purchased online at www.selectaseatlubbock. com, by calling 806-770-2000 or at any Select-A-Seat location.

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rowing up La Navidad was a G special time to us. It meant that we would be celebrating the

birth of our Savior Jesus. I learned at very early age that the birth of our Savior was the big celebration during La Navidad, and that going to church and joining and participating in the celebration of the misa de Gallo, was first and then after that we could go home and celebrate with the familia. I remember getting home after mass and wanting to go to bed as soon as

possible because the sooner I went to sleep the sooner Santa would come and deliver toys. I remember waking up early in the morning to the knocking at the door and Dad would answer the door and theses men would be there with bags of toys and fruit and candy. We would try and get out of bed, but Dad would tell us we needed to sleep a little more so Santa would deliver our gifts. I was about 5 or 6, and Dad woke me up and I had a pair of The Lone Ranger guns

under the tree, and a white hat just like the one he wore. I could hardly wait to be allowed to go visit my friend next door so that we could play Cowboys. Now 60 years later I still remember the fun that little boy had back then, and wishing that I still had those guns. FELIZ NAVIDAD AMIGOS Y AMIGAS del Barrio.

Editor's Note: Pete Piña grew up in barrio Guadalupe and enjoys sharing his memories and the stories of barrio Guadalupe.

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Faith & Religion/Fe y religión

Castillo: His Journey, Appreciation of Life, and God's Amazing Grace

n 1997, I was diagnosed with I carcinoma cancer in the nasopharyngeal cavity, a couple of

ST. JOSEPHS LUBBOCK VETERAN'S MASS: The mass in honor of veteran's at St. Joseph's Lubbock has been held annually for a number of years. This year about 40 veterans were honored. Pictured are a few of the veterans. (Photo By Sylvia Pina)

OUR LADY OF GRACE VETERAN'S MASS: The second annual Veteran's mass was held in honor of veterans at OLG (Photo By Frank Garcia)

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centimeters from my brain, it was malignant stage 4. It was advanced and the fact that it was in my head bewildered me. I saw my sins and death flash before me like a camcorder going in reverse, because I wasn’t right with God. After speaking to my Radiologist, I accepted the treatment of radiation and chemotherapy simultaneously because it would increase my ratio of survival from 50% to 80%. I accepted that option without hesitation, even after being warned of the forthcoming harshness of this treatment, because I loved my wife and children and I would do whatever it took to get well for my family. The severity of this treatment proved to be very harsh and brutal, that at times I almost wished death upon myself. The following day my wife brought me a Bible, and I started searching through it looking for God’s help because I was about to embark on a journey I'd never before travelled. I needed God’s help because he created me in his image and because he is all powerful and nothing is impossible for him and In that I moment heard the voice of God, saying “ask and it shall be given to you, seek and you shall find, knock and it shall be opened unto you. For everyone that asketh recieveth, and he that seeketh findeth, and to him that knocketh, it shall be opened.” Then I heard, “I am the way, the truth, and the life, no man cometh unto the father, but by me.” “If you believe in me you shall be healed.” I answered God, and said I believe you can heal me, and at that moment I knew I was going to be healed and I also knew that I needed His help because there would be restless nights to come and more pain than I could bear alone. In the midst of my storm I needed Jesus and he answered my prayers. Upon starting the radiation and chemotherapy it turned violent very quickly, the side effects of radiation were painful and harsh,

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it burned somet h i n g fierce. The ins i d e of my mouth a n d throat and all the way down my esophagus were burnt seve r el y, it was blistering white with sores and I could not eat because the pain was so excruciating. My throat was so swollen that even the smallest morsel was like trying to swallow a watermelon, whole, and it burnt so much that I cried like a baby. The chemo was nothing to be reckon with, pure hell. When I vomited it felt as if I was spewing out pure acid. My days were filled with pain but at nights God answered my prayers and I was able to sleep. Once I was awake the pain would continue. I finished my treatments on the 8th of September and my life was forever changed. God has never left me, his amazing grace is wonderful, and he has continued to be with me ever since I accepted him as my Lord and Savior. The song “Amazing Grace” reminds me of his mercy and grace that he has bestowed upon me. “Amazing Grace” How sweet the sound, that saved a wretched like me! I once was lost but now I am found, was blind but now I see!” Editor's Note: Joe Castillo is a two time survivor of cancer - and cancer free. He is the husband of Martha and the father of seven children and seven grandchildren, all of whom he fought his battled for with the love of God. Joe resides in Lubbock, Texas and loves to share his experiences and his writings to uplift others. He will be writing in our Faith & Religion page, sharing his journey.

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Church Bulletins SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS – The Marriage and Family Life Office will host a class on December 4 @ 6:30 p.m. for anyone grieving the loss of a loved one, in their Catholic Renewal Center office. For more information, please call Richard or Elaine, (806)792-3943 ext 231 or familylife@catholiclubbock.org CHRISTMAS MOVIE DEBUT: Max Lucado’s “The Christmas Candle,” will debut this Friday, November 22 at area theaters: Lubbock: Movies 16, 5721 58th, (796-2804) and Tinseltown, 2535 82nd, (748-7140); and Plainview: Town Centre Cinema 6, 1001 I-27 N Hwy 70, (806-296-7355). Your attendance during the opening week will be a vote for family-friendly movies. For more information: http://thechristmascandlemovie.com/ ADVENT RETREAT – Saturday, December 7, 8:45 a.m.- 2 p.m. “Mary: The Only Woman Without Sin; The Woman of Few Words and Big Actions.” Presenter is Father Heriberto Mercado. Donation is $15, lunch included. (Scholarships available) Day includes personal prayer, talks, sharing, and opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Held at our Lady of the Angels Convent, 8202 CR 7700, Wolfforth. For more information or to register: rebuildchurch@gmail.com, or call 806863-4906. NIGHT OF REMEMBRANCE MEMORIAL SERVICE AND MASS, for those mourning the death of a child by miscarriage, stillbirth or other infant loss will be held Thursday, December 5 at 7 p.m., Christ the King Cathedral, 4011 54th Street, Lubbock. Sponsored by CTK Mommy & Me Group and Grief & Loss Support Group and by Rachel’s Vineyard Ministry. Call Mary Morris for more information – 806-239-2821. DANCE FOR THE CURE- Friday, December 13, 8-11 p.m., K of C 3008 Hall, 4702 FM 1585, $15/person. Proceeds benefit American Cancer Center, Chorus of Angels (Arrington Center) and Gifts of Hope (Allison Cancer Center, Midland.) Raffle tickets for TV and iPad 3, 12/$10. Ask any Knight or send raffle money to: Dough Hlavaty, 20407 Hwy 87, Lubbock, TX 79423. Bring cash for games and other activities. ST JOSEPHS LUBBOCK CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE: Christmas Posadas: Dec. 16th - 23rd at the homes of St. Joseph Lubbock Parishioners. Please call the church office for further information at 765-9935. Parish Posadas: Dec. 17th, at 6p.m., in the church gym. Christmas Eve Vigil Masses: Dec. 24th, at 7p.m. Children’s Mass in English; and at 10p.m., in Spanish. Christmas Day Mass at 9 and 11 a.m. New Years Eve Vigil Mass at 6 p.m., in Spanish. New Year’s Day Mass at 9 a.m., in English. St Josephs Church is located at , 102 N. Ave. P.

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Memoriam/memorial Robert Carrizalez, 60, of Lubbock, passed away on Nov. 4, 2013. Robert was born Feb. 16, 1953, to Jose Guadalupe and Antonia Carrizalez in Lubbock, Texas. Throughout Roberts's life, he was an artist and enjoyed painting as well as sculpting. At Texas Tech, where he graduated in May of 1978, he was a member of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternal Organization. Robert graduated with a major in Business Administration and a minor in Fine Arts. Robert worked as a Senior Systems Analyst at Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word for many years. He was also employed at Brunken Gulf States Toyota. Robert is survived by his mother, Antonia Carrizalez; brothers, Luis Guadalupe, Gabriel, Billy, Gilbert, David, Danny, Eddie, Charles, and Anthony; sisters, Alice Cardenas, Sylvia Trevino and Regina Carrizalez, all of Lubbock, Vivian Stinson, Andrea and Angelica Carrizalez, all of Round Rock, Texas. Robert was preceded in death by his father. Armando Diaz Flores, 38, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 1, 2013. He was born on June 3, 1975 in Lubbock, Texas. Armando is survived by his girlfriend, Jamie Martinez; her four children, Estevan Cruz, Breanna Martinez, Nathaniel Stoneham, and Cierra Stoneham of Lubbock; his mother, Julia Diaz; and his father, Armando C. Flores. He is also survived by two sisters, Graciela Flores of Carrolton, Texas and Breanna Diaz; and one brother, John Alfred Flores of Lubbock. Armando also leaves behind three nephews, Christopher Lee Flores, Zachary Martinez, and Jonathon Garcia; his grandmother, Rafaela A. Diaz; uncles and aunts, Santos Diaz of Anton, Texas, Ramon Diaz of Lubbock, Martin Diaz of Houston, Texas and Diana Diaz of Lubbock. Mr. Flores was preceded in death by his grandfather, Gill Diaz R.; uncles, Gill Diaz Jr. and Edwardo Diaz of Lubbock; and grandparents, Gumicendo Flores Sr. and Venancia C. Flores both of Lubbock. Elida G. Garza, 85, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 1, 2013. She was born May 13, 1928 in Robstown, Texas to the late Julian and Anita (Fernandez) Garcia. Elida married Raymundo Garza in 1944 in Mercedes, Texas. He preceded her in death in 2008. Those left to cherish her memory are five sons, Rafael, Julian, Raymond, and Arnold Garza, all of Lubbock, and Rene Garza of Houston; four daughters, Elvira Sauceda and Sylvia Perez both of Lubbock, Janie Montelongo of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Connie Patel of Washington D.C.; five sisters; 29 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren; and 12 great-great-grandchildren. To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under the sun… ECCL 3:18.

Sarai Madison Gonzales, 14 months, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 3, 2013. Sarai was born Aug. 28, 2012 to Gerald and Belia Gonzales. Loved ones include her parents; brother, Nehemiah Gonzales; maternal grandparents, Manuel and Celia Duenez; maternal great-grandmother, Carmen Gonzalez; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and extended church family and friends. She was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Faustino and Anastacia Gonzales. Sissy, as she was known by her brother, Nehemiah, will be missed by everyone. Sarai had such a big beautiful smile and bright eyes that made everyone smile. We know she is running, dancing and rejoicing. Socorro Gutierrez passed away on Oct. 30, 2013. Socorro was born on June 16, 1935, in Los Fresnos, Texas. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Romeo Gutierrez; her daughter, Gloria Castro and her husband Jesse; her son, Ricky Gutierrez and wife Dora; her daughter, Debbie Gutierrez; her daughter, Minerva Quezada and Frank Villareal; son, Gary Guitierrez and wife Rebecca; son, Eddie Gutierrez and Josie Alvarado; eighteen grandchildren; and seventeen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gabriel and Julia Hernandez; her sister, Ramona Hernandez; and brother, John Hernandez. Socorro received her GED and attended South Plains College. She was a homemaker before she started work for K-Bar Texas Electric, where she worked for twenty years as manager of the parts department. One of her proudest accomplishments was her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and she would show them off to whomever she encountered. She was a devout Catholic and raised her family in the church. Joe Peña Picón, 71, of Lubbock, passed away on Nov. 3, 2013. He was born April 28, 1942 in Millersview, Texas to Jesusita Picón and the late Juan Picón, Sr. Joe was a hard-working provider, loving husband and father, and a funloving friend to many. He was a devoted Catholic, member of Guadalupanos of Our Lady of Grace Church, and was a Fourth Degree member of Knights of Columbus, Council 3008, to which he dedicated his life and service. Joe is survived by his mother, Jesusita; wife, Ernestina; and four sons, Mike Picón of New York City, Mario and wife Melissa of McAllen, Texas, James and wife Victoria of Lubbock, and Kris Albert and wife Samantha, also of Lubbock. He is also survived by grandchildren, Marissa Erin, Zarin Paul, Meagan Leigh, and Marinda Lynn; and by one great-grandson, Aaron Lee. He is also survived by nine siblings, Beatrice Ortega, Juan Picón, Jr., Frank Picón, Carmen Olivarez, Mary Rodriguez, Felix Picón, David Picón, Diana Sanchez, and Ric Picón.

Balerino Sierra, Sr., 91, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 2, 2013. He was born on Dec. 14, 1921 in Hondo, Texas to Genaro and Victoria (Castillo) Sierra. Balerino married the love of his life Pauline Ramos on June 17, 1946 in Lubbock, Texas. She died on May 16, 1972. He honorably served his country during World War II against opposing forces where he was awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart. He worked for W.D. Turner Construction Company for 38 years. Balerino also worked for Peterson Construction Company for 6 years. Mr. Sierra enjoyed fishing and hunting. He also played baseball for many years for Las Aguilas as a Pitcher in the Lubbock League. Balerino is survived by one son, Balerino Jr Sierra; four daughters, Angie Lopez, Olivia Cantu (Gerardo), Mary Ann Hall (Jimmy), and Victoria Fischer (Cary) ; one sister, Josie; ten grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and four great-great grandchildren. Mr. Sierra was preceded in death by one son; his parents; six sisters; and four brothers. Rosalinda Dabila, 54, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 18, 2013. She was born on Oct. 4, 1959 in Eagle Pass, Texas. Rosalinda married Robert Dabila on Nov. 1, 1991 in Lubbock, Texas. Linda and Robert met in 1981 and were blessed with three beautiful daughters. She worked for KLFB Radio Station for eight years. She later worked at Guajardo Funeral Chapels for eight years. Mrs. Dabila battled breast cancer for 2 years. Linda is survived by her husband, Robert Dabila; three daughters, Alexandria Dabila, Gabriela Dabila and Xenia Dabila; and two grandchildren, Hailey Ortiz and Jayden Castro. She also leaves behind two sisters, Maria Del Carmen Escalante and Blanca Madera; three brothers, Alberto Gutierrez, Oscar Gutierrez, and Raul Gutierrez. Also surviving Linda are a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends. Mrs. Dabila was preceded in death by her parents, Ignacio Gutierrez and Maria Del Carmen Escalante. Lauriano “Larry” Moreno, 78, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 7, 2013. He was born on July 20, 1935 in Lubbock, Texas to Hijinio and Leonor Moreno. He was preceded in death by two sons, Andy and Henry Moreno, and one daughter, Toni Moreno. He married Frances Garcia on Oct. 29, 1955 in Lubbock, Texas, and just celebrated 58 years of marriage. He was a full-time carpenter for 40 years until his retirement 15 years ago. Survivors include his wife, Frances; four sons, Larry Jr., Steve, Ramon and Conrado Moreno; two daughters, Janie and Sandy Moreno; five brothers, Frank, Ramon, Jesse, Greg and Hijinio Jr.; six sisters, Carmen Camancho, Patsy Teran, Margaret Moreno, Rosa Chavez, Jayne Gomez and Rosario Granado; four grandchildren; and one great-grandson.

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Lee Adrian Sarabia, 26, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 14, 2013. He was born on Dec. 16, 1986. Mr. Sarabia is survived by his wife, Jamie Sarabia; one daughter, Jaylen Nicole Sarabia, age 8; and one son, Marcus Isaiah Sarabia, age 2. Mr. Sarabia is also survived by his parents, Guadalupe and Elvira Perez; two brothers, Fabian Cortez and Simian Perez; two sisters, Bianca Perez and Erica Romero; and his maternal grandmother, Blackie Sarabia. He also leaves behind his two uncles; Andy Sarabia of San Angelo and Alonzo Sarabia of Plainview; and two aunts, Eloisa Rios and Evon Guerrero both of Plainview. Adrian was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Tilo Sarabia. Pallbearers are Kevin Sarabia, Andy Sarabia, Jerry Sarabia, Patrick Dominguez, Alex Vasquez and Paul Perez. Maria Chavez Garcia, 76, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 14, 2013. She was born Oct. 31, 1937, in Rosebud, Texas, to Juan and Mary Martinez. She was raised in Waco and moved to Lubbock in 1965. She married Domingo Chavez on April 9, 1966, in Lubbock. He died Aug. 2, 1993. She later married Ralfael Garcia. Maria worked for Fern's Beauty Shop and Parramore Upholstery for 18 years before retiring. She was a member of the Pentecostal church. Survivors include her husband, Rafeal; children, Mary Lou (Roy) Mungia of Lubbock, Josie (George) Carranza of Pasadena, Katie Chavez of Corpus Christi, Ester (Robert) Luera of Corpus Christi, Ruben Chavez of Grand Prairie, and Charles (Bonnie) Chavez of Lubbock; 16 grandchildren; 58 great-grandchildren; 12 great-great grandchildren; four brothers; and six sisters. Victoria Gonzalez, 90, of Lubbock passed away on Oct. 25, 2013. She was born on Dec. 26, 1922 in San Antonio, Texas to the late Esteben and Paula Gutierrez. She married Jesus Gonzalez on Dec. 26, 1940 in Seguin, Texas. He preceded her in death on Jan. 11, 1992. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. She moved to the Lubbock area in 1953 from Seguin. She was preceded in death by three sons, Joe Gonzalez in 1993, Victor Gonzalez in 1949, and Marcus Gonzalez in 1948; two daughters, Stella Reyes in 2010, and Herlinda Mireles in 1999; a sister, Guadalupe Gutierrez; three brothers, Ricardo Gutierrez, Francisco Gutierrez, and Pedro Gutierrez. Survivors include four sons, Frank Gonzalez, Paul Gonzalez, Mike Gonzalez all of Lubbock, and Pete Gonzalez of Slaton; four daughters, Jane Ybanez, Suzy Salas, Adelita Olguin all of Lubbock, and Val Suarez of Luling, Texas; 43 grandchildren; 129 great-grandchildren; and 61 great-great grandchildren.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y AquĂ Guadalupe Elementary Fall Festival

Families brought their children to enjoy the festivities. (Photos by Amaris Garcia)

The M&M family were all smiles as they posed for the camera.

Dressed up as Despicable Me characters, these little Minions were ready to enjoy the food and games with their family.

Smiling for the camera before they head back to enjoy the events.

Raiders Rojos Scholarship Presentations 2013

Scholarship recipient, Laura Perez, poses with Josie and Raul Alvarado. (Photos by Frank Garcia)

Alexandra Martinez and Maria Rosales smile for the camera.

Alice Lozada, Amaris Garcia, and Marissa Bell smiled for the camera before going on to the field.

Families enjoyed the annual Raiders Rojos almuerzo

Olga Aguerro took her 83 year old dad to his first game. Mr. Joe Riojas showed his TTU spirit and Guns Up as they took some photos on the field.

Wreck Em Tech! Texas Tech fans were ready for the game.

Texas Tech Football

Local heroes smile for the camera at the Texas Tech game.

Texas Tech fans had their Guns Up as they posed with Texas Tech President Duane Nellis.

Veteran's Summit and Vietnam Exhibit at the Texas Tech Museum

Browsing and enjoying the Texas Vietnam Heroes exhibit.

Posing for the Latino Lubbock camera!

Gus Martinez catches up with Mr. Danny as they stop to smile for the camera.

These gentlemen took a picture with the miniature version of the Vietnam Veterans Monument.

Visit our website at www.latinolubbock.net to view all of the photos from each event! Latino Lubbock Magazine's mission: "Provide Lubbock news from a Latino perspective for the emerging voice of Lubbock with objectivity, professionalism, cultural understanding, and accuracy; and, give Latinos a publication by, about, and for them that they can take pride in; and, the community a tool for better understanding and for dialogue."

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Friendship Interfaith Dialogue Banquet

Hafid Gafaiti, Amaris Garcia, and Rafael Rodriguez took a picture before the program began.

Jorge Ramirez, Gary Elbow, and Margaret Elbow smile for the camera.

Friends and colleagues attended the event to support the Interfaith Dialogue.

Christy Martinez-Garcia poses with ladies from different organizations.

West Texas Latino Artists Día de los Muertos Art Show

Beautifully painted faces and costumes worn by youth reflected the Día de los muertos history.

Some members of Mariachi Gala pose for a quick picture.

Sally Martinez and Isabel Montelongo smiling for the camera before they continue enjoying the Día de Los Muertos festivities.

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Fiesta Del Sol Ballet Folklorico performed at the event.

Buddy Holly Center's Dia de los Muertos Art Exhibit

Estella Lopez and Nick Lopez enjoyed the Day of the Dead art that was showcased throughout the Buddy Holly Center.

Israel Flores, David Flores, and Angela Flores were some of the attendees at the Dia de Los Muertos First Friday Art Trail.

Friends and family were all smiles as they took part of the Mexican inspired exhibits.

Lisa and Alex Rivas taking a moment from the entertainment to pose for the camera.

Sweet Plantain Quartet Concert

The Nunez Family, excited to watch the Sweet Plantains Concert: Robert, Xitlali, Sivia, Keren, Caleb. (Photos by Jake Quintanilla)

Vinicius Farina, Greg Cavazos, Alicia CaicedoCavazos, Alejos Anaya out appreciating a night of great music.

Vuan Pablo Carrera, Xlictḗ Ordonez Garza, Dayana Bolzom made time for a quick pic after the concert.

Band Members of Sweet Plantain took a moment to pose for Latino Lubbock Magazine.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y AquĂ Solo Car Club Trunk or Treat

Families were all dressed up and ready to go trick or treating at the event.

The mini Cowboys cheerleader poses with her daddy.

All smiles as they pose for the camera.

Faces painted and ready to enjoy the festivities with friends.

Finding Faith Movie Screening at Alliance Church

Frank Garcia thanks Eric Estrada for autographing copies of his book and Christian DVDs of movies he has produced.

Friends enjoyed the movie, the fellowship, and learning about Estrada's faith.

Joey "The Wise One" Martinez, was doing face art at the event.

The children were dressed up and excited to collect more candy with friends.

Families and friend came to the Trends and Friends Halloween festivities.

Superheroes and Monsters Inc. characters waited patiently in line to collect some candy.

Albert Hernandez, John Malouf, and Frank Garcia smile for the camera.

The South Plains Food Bank and representatives celebrated its 30th year.

George Esquivel and his daughter posed for a quick picture.

Smiling for the camera and ready to meet Eric Estrada.

All smiles and ready to enjoy a movie night with family and friends.

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Nadia Salas, Megan Castaneda, and Victoria Solorzano painted sugar skulls that are traditionally placed on altars.

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here does W the time go? That was my first

thought as I realized this column was to finish off the 2013 calendar year. We have always heard that as we get older (wiser), the time will certainly fly by faster. I believe time goes by the quickest when you are having the time of your life. I hope the latter is true for Tech junior tight end Jace Amaro, the muchheralded San Antonio MacArthur high school product looking to finish off the season with his name in the record books surpassing both Wes Welker and Michael Crabtree in most receptions by a junior and most consecutive 100yard games. The Biletnikoff and Mackey award candidate is more than likely to finish his collegiate career this month when Tech plays their Bowl game which as of article time, has not yet been decided. I only say that because of what he has accomplished this year, the NFL has certainly noticed. In some publications he has been projected to be one of the first tight ends drafted in the 2014 draft, and with that kind of attention it is highly doubtful he will return for his senior season and risk injury that will hamper his profes-

sional career. Coach Kingsbury has said as much when asked about Jace’s future, so although the Raider nation would love to see him return, a different future awaits him. Certainly a different reality was realized by the entire Tech team and fandom after their challenging November, but I hope people realize it will take longer for Kingsbury to build the team he and the Raider nation wants. The 2014 football schedule is out and if you thought the energy and excitement was set on high this year, wait till you see the buildup for all of that next year. No pressure Coach Kliff. One team that is certainly feeling the pressure are the Cowboys as they charge into December fighting not only their scheduled opponents, but also their reputation in finishing off their regular season schedule. With Chicago and Green Bay on the horizon and Washington and Philadelphia waiting to change Dallas playoff hopes, this month will determine what kind of team we can expect in the post-season if they can make it that far. As one season ends another begins, as the hardwood sports kick off in earnest and our high schools are already in gear. The Coronado Mustangs men’s team is in action on the 5th when they play the Fren-

ship tournament, as they prepare for the Midland schools as well as Abilene Cooper and Odessa High. The lady Mustangs are also in action as they kick this month off by hosting Abilene, and then they make the trek south to participate in the tournament hosted in Georgetown with the Midland Highs and Midland Lee’s sprinkled in between. Don’t think we don’t realize Monterey men’s and ladies team are also in action, but one thing they all have in common and one of the reasons they are all playing in some kind of tournament or another is that they will all be participating in the famous Caprock tournament that starts on the day after Christmas here in Lubbock. Folks, this tournament gets bigger every year and I know there has to be an economic impact for the city every time it hosts it, so be ready when you see a lot of young faces late in December. As we read about the happenings in late December I’m thinking how fast the month will go. Be sure to have the time of your lives. Merry Christmas!

rly Gomez competed in the E power lifting competition Natural Athlete Strength Association,

in Dallas Texas last month. Despite only training for six months, she broke four national records: the Deadlift 320 lbs, Bench press 182 lbs, Squat 287 lbs, and overall woman with a total of 766 pounds - all set by a novice. “I am super excited,” said Gomez who is married to Mark Gomez, and is the mother of three boys. Alan Martin and Jason Marshall coached her to obtain a Strong First Level I certification in kettle bells, then her power lifting coach Jason helped train her for the competition. “I began my athletic competitiveness when I began running half-

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