By Alexandra Ochoa

The Catholic tradition still prevails in Latin America, in spite of the arrival of new religions and different spiritual practices that have become popular among the younger generations of Latinos.

BY SARAH AGUIRRE

The flowers are blooming, the birds are serenading, and our house still feels like it's stuck with winter blues. Spring cleaning is a tradition that allows us to freshen up our homes and get a head start on the hectic seasons of spring and summer.

Once upon a time, Valentine’s Day conjured up fear and dread in the hearts of singles. No more! With a fresh perspective, a healthy dose of hindsight, and your friends, Valentine’s Day can be just as fun for the savvy single as it is for the happily hooked up. By putting into practice the following do’s and don’ts, you’ll rock your single and ready to mingle self on Valentine’s Day and beyond.

By Mary May Larmoyeux

Is it more important to love … or to be loved?

Dr. Jesus Aramendi is regional medical director for the southeast region of Banfield Pet Hospital. He started as a veterinarian more than 15 years ago and has been with Banfield for the last nine. Between his career in the field, his personal experience with pets from childhood and the data he sees coming out of the Human Animal Bond Research Initiative (HABRI) Foundation, he believes strongly in the health benefits of having a pet in your life.