The Importance Of A Hispanic Family

First and foremost, been Hispanic to me signifies and defines the word family. More than any other culture we hold true to our identity, our values and above all our familia (family). Aside from this, being Hispanic also means being a part of a long and diverse culture, tradition, and pride, and being able to use this pride as an energy source to accomplish anything and everything. 
 At the age of three me and my family illegally came to United States, and arrived disoriented and with no clue with what to do with ourselves. Our family took us in immediately even though we had not talked or seen them in years. They lived in a small home, crowded, and with barely enough space for them alone, and even less food, they however didn’t hesitate to offer us the little space and food they had. They helped us get accustomed to life in the

Now in 2016 we all have houses, cars, and an abundance of dreams and goals. We have each other to thank for all of our accomplishments because we could have never made it this far without each other. Being Hispanic is a synonym of strength, passion, and faith. Being hispanic is sticking together with your family and you're heritage, we have survived centuries of abuse without losing our dreams and faith in our heritage that our people will achieve peace and political freedom and stability. Being Hispanic in America often viewed as impossible to achieving success, but nothing comes easy. Giving up is easy but trying endlessly to overcome adversity is worth it just to show what being hispanic truly means. Being Hispanic is me coming to the United States with nothing more than the clothes I had on and a small candy bar in my pocket and fighting adversity with my family to become the eighteen year old I am today full of dreams and accomplishments, that I will fulfill with my family and heritage by my