I lived in Mexico until I was about 10 before we moved here. My mother stayed behind. The first two years were tough. I couldn't communicate with anyone and I had to rely on a translator. The culture here is so different and it's made up of so many sub-cultures. This made me quiet and timid. I was afraid of speaking English because I didn't want people to make fun of me. I felt helpless when I couldn't communicate my thoughts and points of views. On top of that, I had to take on a guardian role for my baby brother. My mother moved in with us eventually but I had to start working so I sometimes feel that I missed out on a part of my childhood. When I feel that way, I put on this song and it reminds me that I'm standing at a very good place now; emotionally, physically and financially. I couldn't ask for anything or anyone else more than what I already have. I found my way in this culture. 

 

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