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Articles by Erica Soto
Community journalists reflect on state of media, Grand Rapids in 2017
We asked our community journalists their thoughts on writing for The Rapidian this year and the state of community news in 2017. Erica Soto: Writing for The Rapidian this year has been an unexpected and greatly rewarding experience. My passion for writing about the community is a direct reflection of how I’ve been able to serve Grand Rapids. The Rapidian gives me a unique platform to do that.
Family unity: Why I march for our undocumented community
Underwriting support from: There are so many beautiful qualities in the people who come to this country from different areas of the world. We are all foreigners to billions of people, but in the words of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, “Diversity is our strength.” We are responsible for respecting that diversity in those we interact with daily. My compassion for immigrant families stems from my deepest core value of family unity.
Travel is actually more fun now that I have a toddler
Share Tweet Pin Share Tumble Combined comments & shares on social media Traveling with a toddler changes the way you travel for many obvious reasons. I can forget about staying in hostels, late nights at pubs and jam packed itineraries; and honestly, I could care less about the way I used to travel. Traveling with my almost two-year old has changed the way I travel for the better and I am never looking back. Here's how traveling has changed for me. Image: Erica Soto 1.
If you're traveling alone with kids, Italy makes it easy
Share Tweet Pin Share Tumble Combined comments & shares on social media Recently I took a solo trip to Italy with my daughter. Managing a young child while traveling abroad can be daunting (especially by yourself), but I found that Italy couldn't have been more child-friendly. So if you're looking for a place to go with your kids, Italy should be at the top of your list. More: Why I love to travel without my husband Family friendly Italians adore children.
Why I love to travel without my husband
Share Tweet Pin Share Tumble Combined comments & shares on social media Two words. That is all it takes to lose your individuality. The moment the words “I do” come out of your mouth it is automatically assumed that you and your significant other will be glued at the hip until death do you part. I am not against marriage — I married my husband at 23 years old. I am merely speaking out for the women who are judged for fulfilling their passions while leaving their husbands at home.
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