My junior year my mother got into a bad car accident. She was in the hospital for weeks. Once again was worried and stressed because I couldn’t stop worrying about her. It was impossible to focus on school after that. Her car crash brought her brain damage and it was hard for her to be herself after that. When she came home she wasn’t herself, she didn’t know how to do the normal things around the house, I’d try to…
The older I grow, the more I realize that my mother has always done so much for me. Her love was patient and forgiving in times when I pushed her to her limits as a child. I love my mother, Hester, with all my heart. I remember as a child, being fascinated with the letter A on her bosom. When I was young I was confused about the situation between my parents. I lashed out in anger towards my mother my throwing prickly burrs at her bosom. In doing so, I added to her already thriving pain and guilt. As I grew up and moved away, my mother decided to continue to live in her tiny cottage in Massachusetts. I sent her gifts from England so she can live in luxury as well. I loved her, and she knew she would always be welcome to come live with me in England at any point throughout her life.…
Being Hispanic means being part of a community of family oriented individuals that share a common culture. My family is a very important part of my life. Growing up in a Hispanic family has taught me that family is the most import thing in this world. Hispanic families like mine are always united and caring towards each other. I value my mother and father's hards work and appreciate the care and affection they have given me. Hispanic culture is driven by family affection and bonding and that is what it means to be…
“Our culture, our traditions, our language are the foundations upon which we build our identity (Ana Flores & Roxana Soto). ” When we are willing to put effort in understanding Hispanic/Latino identity it shows that we are open minded. This is important because learning to accept and celebrate the positives of their culture shows that we acknowledge and respect them. Acknowledging that there is more than one way to approach life, is one way of uniting and helping humanity thrive.…
Let's start off with the basics my full name is rachell martinez juarez adela, and i'm hispanic. The two people that brought me into this world 15 years ago on the date of november 21, 2001 are adelina juarez and ruben martinez. I was born and raised in indio california. My family consists of a total of 5 people, my parents and my two younger siblings named Bianca Martinez and Ashley Martinez, and i. I am the oldest it's a pain sometimes because i'm in charge of them and they tend to not listen to me which is very annoying. As for my parents they are very influential and they provide what my siblings and i need. They make sure we have food, education, and a roof over our heads. I am extremely thankful for my family because of the way they…
My mother got really sick for about a week and could barely even stand up. Since she was not able to, I played the mother's role and it was challenging. One challenge I needed to face was looking after my little sister. I fed her, changed her clothes, helped her with her homework, made her feel better when she was upset, and put her to bed. I was also supposed to help my brother with his homework and make his breakfast, but he was not as challenging because he is older and more mature. In addition to all that, did my chores and took care of my mother. I was very busy and overwhelmed taking care of my siblings, mother, and myself. That week of playing an adult’s role made me realize how grateful I am to have a mother who takes care of me in the same way I took care of…
I come from a very traditional nuclear Mexican family. The oldest of 5 siblings and the first in my family to come to college. From the Southside of Chicago where you constantly hear airplanes pass your home. Carrying my parents pride and culture I walk campus everyday making them proud and showing them, and those that looked down on me, that I can make a difference in my family and society. I came to SIU to study what I…
To me, the most vital part of my identity as Hispanic is being proud of my culture. Being Hispanic means that you are indeed in the minority and often questioned or judged about the customs of your race. There is no shame in the Hispanic culture because it stands out in this country and creates a more festive and diverse nation. To abhor your culture simply to assimilate or pretend for your own satisfaction that you belong is equally as abhorring your parents and family. It is abhorring who you are. To me it is a great blessing to be able to share my culture because in the world we live today it is even more important to allow others be accustomed to different cultures in order for them to respect those of different…
I enrolled in classes such as financial literacy, business and accounting, and have even joined business groups such as Business Professionals of America. I dedicated my life towards achieving a better education not because of my mom whom I love wants me to succeed or because I would be the first in my family to complete an advanced education; but for myself. I tread through life only for my success for I am the only one who can be responsible for how my life turns out. I have known since I was a child that education is important and divine for education can be the gateway towards my ascension for greatness; as a result I have taken honors and AP classes whenever they become available. I am proud of the hard work I have put in my education because through my sheer determination I demonstrate to all who can see that Hispanics are not all lazy and undetermined people whom just want to live off the governments programs for immigrants.…
My dad was fifteen years when he did something I can never even imagine about doing; he crossed the border. He sacrificed so much in order to live a better life, without him I would not be writing this essay right now. My mother is a first generation Mexican-American, like myself, and also experienced the affects of her parents wanting more for their family. Fortunately for us, our family has strived in today’s society and would not be where we are without hardwork and dedication.…
As a child I have always been clearly informed that I am Hispanic, my parents make sure that I’m not ashamed of my background and that I’m informed of where I came from. Because I was so young I didn’t know much about the subject, but I now clearly understand how lucky I am to be born in America and to be so lucky to live in the conditions I live in today.…
My hispanic culture makes up an immense amount of my being, however the bits and pieces I have been able to gather from my school and my wonderful community also play a major role in my persona. As a student, my peers and friends, my teachers, my teammates, and the others who have crossed my path have given me something invaluable. It is all of these people that have taught me an unending acceptance that transcends any nationality, sexuality or other social label. People in their entirety, outside of the things that make them different, all have something incredible to…
Growing up in an immigrant family shaped my view of life. Neither of my parents achieved their goals of higher education, so they enforced their beliefs on their three children; the oldest daughter (who battles with identity issues), a son (who grew up playing basketball to express his emotions of not knowing his biological father), and last but not least, the youngest daughter (who faces an endless battle of stress and depression). As a result of my parents forcing their beliefs onto their children, a competitive barrier formed around us. As the youngest child, I had to watch my older siblings achieve the most in their schools, while I was left as the “last child” to the rest of my family members; the “last child” to achieve something. They…
First, the Hispanic traditions from my family have taught me important life lessons. Since I was a kid, people who really care for my progress and me have always surrounded me. These people are my family. I’m convinced that my Hispanic heritage has been an imperative factor while determining the importance…
Moving away from home and being in college, I look back on my years at home with a little bit of sadness and tad bit of regret. I realize that I took my father for granted. When I would complain about how much homework a teacher had given me, I never once heard him complain about staying late after work. When I would complain about not having the latest outfit, I never once heard him complain about…