SEMILLA MAGAZINE

In this special edition of Semilla Magazine, we share the inspiring artistic journey of Liza Marie, a Puerto Rican singer who transformed late beginnings into a powerful expression of purpose, identity, and creative truth. From her early years exploring psychology to discovering music as the language where she could exist freely, Liza crafted a sound that blends pop-electrónica with the soul of Latin culture.

Her voice—emotionally rich, vulnerable, and fiercely authentic—guides listeners through stories of desire, strength, introspection, and rebirth.

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Liza Marie’s path is one of bravery, discipline, and artistic evolution. Discover how her introspection, cultural roots, and unwavering dedication shaped a musical identity that continues to expand, inspire, and redefine what it means to rise in your own time.

In this special edition of Semilla Magazine, we share the inspiring story of Daniel Botero, a Colombian designer who transformed humble beginnings into a life of purpose, art, and innovation. From his first job as a salon assistant in the U.S. to creating luxury spaces in Costa Rica and leading large-scale productions worldwide, Botero’s journey is one of passion, faith, and creative resilience. Discover how destiny and design intertwined to shape his path a true reflection of purpose in motion.

Puerto Rican multidisciplinary artist Andy Álvarez opens her first solo exhibition, Echoes of Borikén, at the Leeland Cultural Arts Center in Leland, NC. Through woodcuts, screenprints, lithographs, textiles, and sculptures, Álvarez explores identity, memory, and the echoes of Puerto Rico that resonate across borders. In this exclusive interview, she shares insights about her creative process, her cultural roots, and how her work becomes a bridge between the island and the diaspora.

In the peak of heat and hurricane season, Semilla Magazine takes you inside the National Weather Service (NWS) Wilmington, where Meteorologist-in-Charge Steven Pfaff and his team work tirelessly to protect the Carolinas. From hurricanes Florence and Floyd to today’s rising climate challenges, the office blends cutting-edge technology with an “orchestra” of meteorologists, citizen scientists, and emergency managers to deliver life-saving forecasts.

August marks the height of both hurricane threats and extreme heat, demanding constant vigilance. Pfaff shares not only the science behind forecasting but also the human side—how preparation, communication, and community collaboration save lives. He calls on the next generation to get involved, volunteer, and connect with local weather networks, reminding us that readiness starts long before the storm arrives.

Read the full story in our latest issue and meet the guardians of our coast.

Message of the Month: Archangel Miguel
Featured Topics: Rituals for the Lunar New Year 2024, Fashion for the Year of the Wood Dragon, Beauty & Care with Hilda Viera (Esthetician)
Date: February 2024
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Message of the Month: Archangel Uriel
Featured Interviews: Héctor Serrano, Andrés Colberg
Date: January 2024
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Message of the Month: Archangel Miguel
Featured Interviews: Berto Fernández, Hilda Viera
Date: December 2023
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Message of the Month: Archangel Gabriel
Featured Interviews: Pedro Francisco Capó
Date: November 2023
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Message of the Month: Saint Francis of Assisi
Featured Interviews: Vivian Arthur, Patricia Martínez, CPA
Date: October 2023
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Message of the Month: Archangel Gabriel
Featured Interviews: Oshún, Otero Fuentes, Jeddah Noviello-Palmer
Date: September 2023
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Message of the Month: The Angels & The Sun God
Featured Interviews: Vanessa Millón, Liliana Cubano, Dra. Keily Matos, Frances Anza
Date: July 2023
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Message of the Month: Archangel Zadkiel
Featured Interviews: Healers & Energy Practitioners of the Month
Date: August 2023
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Message of the Month: Archangel Metatrón
Featured Interviews: Santos Rivera, Dr. Ernesto Herger, Luis Guerrero
Date: June 2023
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Message of the Month: Angel Ariel
Featured Interviews: Verónica Rivera, Chef José Soto, Yaira Sánchez (“Ladybug Music”)
Date: April 2023
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Message of the Month: Archangel Miguel
Featured Interviews: Ballet Royal de Puerto Rico, Renée Vélez, Dr. Grace Wiley
Date: May 2023
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Message of the Month: Archangel Rafael
Featured Interviews: Laura Rivera, Cristina Rivera, Tirzha Alcaide
Date: January 2023
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Message of the Month: Ángel Chamuel
Featured Interviews / Sections: Frances Anza (Ejercicio & Nutrición), Magdiel Rivera (Desarrollando Atletas & Profesionales), “Dos Pinceles” con Gabriela & Patricia Urrutia, y la nueva sección “De los Espíritus”
Date: February 2022
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Message of the Month: Archangel Gabriel
Featured Interviews: Venus Paloma, Andrés Colberg, Miguel Otero, Carla Curet
Date: December 2022
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