Zana Carbajal
Zana is wife to Esteban and mama to her four children, Joaquin, Teodoro, and twins Roma & Rosalind. She is a Senior Retail Technology Manager and Co-host of The Strong Sunflowers & Los Girasoles Fuertes podcasts. She was a competitive cheerleader at Hawaii Pacific University, where she pursued her Bachelor’s in Public Relations and Advertising. She is currently working on an online Master’s in Global Strategic Communications from The University of Florida (Go Gators!) She advocates for whole-hearted living and constantly looks for ways to improve her mind, body, heart, and soul. She loves songwriting, singing, and musical theatre and has already warned her kids when they are all over 18+; she is moving to New York City to audition for Broadway.
Giving Back in Austin: Holiday Volunteering with Your Family
The holidays are a wonderful time for families to celebrate and give back to our community. As a mom passionate about volunteering and instilling kindness in my kids, I’ve discovered some incredible Austin-based nonprofits...
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Austin
When my husband immigrated to the United States, we knew we wanted to raise our children to be proud of their Uruguayan roots. Though we eat my husband’s cultural food and align to his...
Celebrating the Summer Olympics with Kids
I remember the 1996 Olympics so clearly. I had been progressing in gymnastics and watched the Magnificent Seven in awe. That summer my sofa became my vault. I would do 25 back handsprings in...
Know Before You Go: Legally Blonde at Zilker Hillside Theatre
Are you and your family excited to attend Legally Blonde, the Musical, at Zilker Hillside Theatre but have unanswered questions? We know how much you're looking forward to a beautiful evening of a musical...
Soccer Culture in Austin and the U.S.: A Growing Passion
Soccer Culture in Austin is growing and we LOVE to see it! I married a Uruguayan man. For those who don't know, Uruguay has won 2 World Cup titles, 15 Copa America titles, and...
Cinco de Mayo in Austin
Many Americans often think Cinco de Mayo is the Independence Day of our friends south of the border. In actuality, only one Mexican state celebrates the day. In 1862, during the Franco-Mexican War, Puebla...
A Mom’s Journey to Taylor Swift
I remember I was starting my junior year at Hawaii Pacific University, and my roommate and cheer teammate, Danielle rushed into our kitchen. "Oh my god, you have to listen to this song!" It...
Austin Theatre Guide
I remember the first time I saw a Broadway show in New York City. My mom took me and my two older sisters to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. She decided to visit TKTS...
Navigating SXSW 2024: A Guide for Austin Moms and Families
SXSW, or South by Southwest, is an annual conglomerate of film, interactive media, music festivals, and conferences that take place in Austin, Texas. Renowned globally, SXSW brings together creative minds, industry professionals, and enthusiasts...
Embracing the Unlived Life: A Journey Back to My 13-Year-Old Self
I recently listened to a podcast by my favorite queen of all queens, Brene Brown. She quoted the renowned psychologist, Carl Jung, "The greatest burden a child must bear is the unlived life of...