The journey to the US was one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do. We couldn’t stay in Mexico at the time because of the economic turmoil that was happening around the year 2000. So while living in America has given me so many amazing opportunities, getting here was as rough as you think it is. Actually, probably worse. 

I’m sharing my story because we need to stick together in these disturbing times. We need to have solidarity for each other and reach our hands back and support those who are coming behind us. We have to take care of each other because that is how we will survive this. 

In this week’s episode, I’ll be sharing my experience coming to America with my mom and my older brother. We were actually separated for a few days, and it was one of the scariest experiences in my entire life. But we made it, and now I’m a grown woman, with my own family that I help support through my career. No matter where we come from, there is a future for us. If you need any help, reach out. I’m here for you 🫶🏼

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