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Market Days at The Broken Sprocket
— A Night Full of Color, Community, and Creativity Last night I visited The Broken Sprocket , one of Brownsville’s most unique hangout spots — a place where good food, live music, art, and local businesses all meet under one sky. What I found was more than a market… it was a celebration of community. From handcrafted items to amazing artwork and delicious food, the entire place was alive with energy. Here are some moments from the night: Every table had its own personality. F

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Nov 202 min read


Crystals for the Departed – A Día de los Muertos Story
In the quiet morning light at La Palma Cemetery in Brownsville, Texas, I found myself surrounded by stories — not just those written on the headstones, but in the gestures of the living who come to remember. This year, I had the honor of filming my friend Teresa Stern , a children’s book author whose kindness and spirituality shine in everything she does. Teresa visited the cemetery carrying flowers and small crystals , one for each resting soul. Each crystal was placed with

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Nov 11 min read


A Night of Frights & Fun at Texas Southmost College’s Halloween Bash!
Last night I had the pleasure of attending a vibrant Halloween event hosted by Texas Southmost College , and although I arrived a bit late, I still managed to capture the spirit of the night through my lens. The event transformed the campus into a mini Halloween festival filled with energy, lights, and creativity. From spooky walk-through tours to costume contests, face painting, and even mini-golf, the night offered something for everyone. As I walked through the dimly lit p

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Oct 301 min read


A Historic Milestone: 175 Years of Faith and Community
This weekend I was invited to photograph a very meaningful event — the 175th Anniversary of First Methodist Church in Brownsville. From the moment I walked in, I could feel the warmth of the congregation and the deep history within those walls. After the morning service, families gathered for a lovely dinner where I witnessed so many touching moments — smiles, conversations, and generations coming together. It was a pleasure to document such an important celebration, and I’m

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Oct 131 min read


Farmers Market at Rancho Viejo.
Rancho Viejo Farmers Market is a wonderful place to visit at the Rio Grande Valley. This was my first time I visited the Market and boy...

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Nov 11, 20202 min read


Our first Easter Event
What a great day it was! Our daughter who was our Easter Bunny had a great time, or at least it looked since she "volunteered" for the...

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Apr 20, 20191 min read


Charro Days 2019
Charro Days is a celebration between two nations Mexico and USA that is celebrated in Brownsville, Texas that shares the border with...

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Mar 5, 20191 min read
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