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Ana Veciana-Suarez

Veciana-Suarez, an author and commentator for The Miami Herald, explores the human experience, touching on private issues and events that shape our country, including the refugee experience and working in America. Her Cuban heritage infuses her writing with vibrancy and color.

Ana Veciana-Suarez Samples

Bittersweet End to the Start of School

This was my last first day of school. "Got everything you need?" He grunted. "Lunch, I.D., pen, pencils, homeroom card?" "Yes, Mom." I hugged him. Then something clicked.

Reality Show for Quitters a Nonstarter

Boss, here's my notice. "Sayonara." I want a guaranteed ticket to fame and fortune. Now all I need is a final, flamboyant resignation. Yes, I'm referring to Steven Slater.

Mickey Is Out of Step With Reality

Add this to the annals of cluelessness. In these tough economic times, as the recovery gets stuck like a glob of super glue on the tip of one's finger, Mickey has bamboozled us into giving him a raise. Disney has hiked its ticket prices.

Teaching the Value of a Dollar

You know you've arrived at a certain age when you talk less about what you make and more about what your children earn.

Keeping Faith, But Losing Religion

"Today, I quit being a Christian." With those words last week on Facebook, Anne Rice delivered a wake-up call for organized religion. "I remain committed to Christ as always," she wrote, "but not to being 'Christian' or to being part of Christianity.

Why the Rush to No. 2?

There is no more liberating moment in a novice parent's life than when a toddler completes his rigorous toilet training regimen. As a mother of five, I write from experience.

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