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Diwali Spotlight: Manju Nair

Diwali is a part of each one of you! ‘How so?’ you may ask. It’s simple… it signifies light over darkness just as the everyday choices we make of good over evil. Going by traditions, Diwali is an age-old festival celebrated in many countries in honor of some historical figures. Whatever one’s belief and religiousContinue reading “Diwali Spotlight: Manju Nair”

Diwali Spotlight: Raj Rawat

For as far back as I can remember, Diwali has been my favorite festival. For me and my family, Diwali symbolizes celebration, new beginnings and being grateful for what we have. It is the time to celebrate with family and friends, feasting, celebrating and sharing joy together. Diwali symbolizes the victory of good over evil,Continue reading “Diwali Spotlight: Raj Rawat”

Diwali Spotlight: Divya Piplani

Diwali is more than a festival for many Indians like me living away from our homes, it’s a feeling of victory and prosperity! Diwali is celebrated to honor lord Rama who returned to his kingdom in Ayodhya, after staying in exile for 14 years during which he fought and won battle against evil king Ravana. It is a festival of new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, andContinue reading “Diwali Spotlight: Divya Piplani”

Diwali Spotlight: Trisha Singh

Diwali is the festival of lights. It symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and the homecoming of the triumphant Lord Ram after 14 years in exile. As evil is warded off, there becomes more room for light in life. So, it is also the day we hold prayers to invite Goddess Laxmi and Lord GaneshContinue reading “Diwali Spotlight: Trisha Singh”

Diwali Spotlight: Abhishikta Vanga

Diwali or Deepavali (as called in the southern part of India) – the festival of lights has all the charm, grandeur and is one of the most gloriously celebrated of all Indian festivals. It is celebrated on the new moon day (Kartika Amavasya) when there is supreme darkness everywhere which is why the whole ofContinue reading “Diwali Spotlight: Abhishikta Vanga”

Filipinx Heritage Month: Michelle Montanano

How do you celebrate your heritage? Teaching my kids about Filipino culture – reading books about the Philippines and traditions, my Mom loves to teach the kids phrases and words, using respectful terms for elders (Lola, Lolo, Kuya, Ate, Tita, Tita, Ninong, Ninang), incorporating Filipino toys Growing up, I rarely called my brother by hisContinue reading “Filipinx Heritage Month: Michelle Montanano”

Latinx Heritage Month: Claudia Garcia

How amazing it is that I work for a company who is striving to be a more diverse and inclusive company! I am lucky and glad to know that Deckers celebrates Latinx Heritage Month. I am a Latina who is so proud of where I come from and who I am. Life has always thrownContinue reading “Latinx Heritage Month: Claudia Garcia”

Latinx Heritage Month: Karen Quintana

My name is Karen Quintana and my story began back in 1987 in beautiful Los Angeles, California. My father, a recent immigrant from El Salvador, and my mother, a recent immigrant from Guatemala, had just welcomed me into this world. They had both left their home countries to escape the civil war that went onContinue reading “Latinx Heritage Month: Karen Quintana”

Latinx Heritage Month: Tom Garcia

My name is Tom Garcia (he/him/his) and I’m proudly Mexican-American. A quick story about my background: my parents met in Mexico in the late 60’s when my dad (Guillermo) was in medical school in Mexico City. He was 21 and spoke no English when he met my mom (Paddy), who was visiting from Pennsylvania. IContinue reading “Latinx Heritage Month: Tom Garcia”

Latinx Heritage Month: Martha Garcia

Spotify Playlist Honoring Latinx Heritage Month by Martha Garciahttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/6egA8Ige8H3Q3FVDbASnFe?si=uIfz3jjgQ0KVoJhtSGTh6g Question: What does this month of reflection mean to you? Answer: For me, it’s a reminder about the importance of celebrating my culture and ancestors. It’s also a reminder about the importance of being myself and honoring my roots. Question: Given the pandemic and national reckoningContinue reading “Latinx Heritage Month: Martha Garcia”