Since I was young, my grandpa would burst into joy at the sight of arrow construction signs. He would explain how he made the signs– with a sense of pride behind every word. As a child I would think, “I’ve heard this story already,” but I’d let him continue because […]
After interviewing my narrator for the project, I realized that immigrating to America was both a challenging experience and an exciting adventure. My narrator transitioned to life in America in many ways. Spending time with family and friends here allowed her to grow more accustomed to her new environment. These connections made […]
As my mom and I stepped out of Shakey’s with our pizza and mojos in hand, we couldn’t help but notice an older, Mexican gentleman asking customers to spare some change. While people typically ignore these pleas, my mom and uncles tended to give help. Characteristically, my mom told me […]
I was initially apprehensive when I heard I would need to interview an immigrant for one of my classes. Although I had spoken with many family members and friends and heard their own stories, this assignment was a new experience for me. What if I did not get […]
