mariaorozco
Maria is a mother of three (Cecilia, Ileana, and Xavier) and a part-time adoption attorney. She was born and raised in Indiana and met her husband, Raul, in college in Ohio. They moved to Boston for graduate school and then to New York City. After having their first daughter, Cecilia, they moved to Greenwich where they still reside today. Maria enjoys running, tennis, travel, and spending time with her family.
Celebrating Diversity with Books: Read Across America
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It is...
Staycation Ideas and Quick Getaways
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Making the Most of Family Togetherness this Holiday Season
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International Literacy Day: Ways to Recognize and Involve Kids
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International Literacy Day was created by UNESCO...
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I Am so Thankful: An Appreciation Letter
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Ideas to Celebrate International Women’s Day
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Indoor Winter Activities & Books For Young Children
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Wanderlust During Quarantine: Dreaming of Escape and Travel
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Making Thanksgiving Meaningful
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