About Me

whose lifetime passion is collecting, is the leading authority on "San José" decorative tiles and pottery

produced by workshops in San Antonio and Mexico. She is an authority on the postcards of Mexico and Guatemala.

She has taught English and linguistics at universities in Mexico and Texas.

An avid collector, she has written articles, given lectures, and curated exhibitions.

She lives in San Antonio. Copy

Guatemalan Collection Video:

https://vimeo.com/1233396241/5d7fa71f9

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Awards

Texas State Historical Association -

Ron Tyler Award for the best illustrated book on Texas history and culture, 2010

San Antonio Conservation Society - Publication Award, 2010

San Antonio Historical Association - Award of Merit, 2013

University Roundtable - Best and Brightest Award, 2017

Friends of the San Antonio Public Library,

Legacy Award, Arts and Letters Awards, 2022

Congreso Mexicano de Tarjetas Postales

1st recepient of Hugo Brehme Award, 2026

City of Veracruz

Distinguished Visitor, 2026

Veracruz a Través de Tiempo

Reconocimiento, 2026