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Guest Voz: “You’re not really Mexican” – a personal essay about my cultural identity crisis

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By Sophia Campos VoiceBox Media

All my life I’ve lived between two worlds.

As a Mexican-American, it’s easy to be confused as to which world you think you should identify with more; I feel undoubtedly Mexican-American when I make tamales or listen to mariachis, but that feeling fades away when I speak broken Spanish.

Spanish might not seem like an important characteristic for all Mexican-Americans, but not knowing it in central Texas— an area where Spanish is spoken all over the region by Mexican-Americans —can surely make you feel like a foreigner.

Although I sometimes feel confused as to which world I belong to, there’s no question I’m first and foremost an American; I’m the product of my Mexican grandparents’ American Dream, I’ve never been to Mexico (besides Cancun, where there are probably more American tourists than Mexicans) and I can’t say certain words in Spanish without revealing my obvious American accent.

Growing up, I always lived in predominantly Caucasian neighborhoods in states that have very low Hispanic populations, thus the majority of my friends throughout my life have been Caucasian. I never really understood that I was any different than my Caucasian friends because we really weren’t. We lived in the same neighborhood, went to the same school, and our parents had similar jobs. We shopped at the same stores, joined the same clubs, and so on.

Even though we had similarities, I knew I was different because I looked different, ate different foods and my parents spoke Spanish to each other. I started realizing I also belonged to another world when my friends and I started hitting puberty, and they would complain about Mexicans whistling at them.

I’d ask, “Mexicans?” and they would say yes, it had to have been Mexicans because it happened at the construction site down the block. When I would respond defensively to their claims—because even at a young age I took offense to and recognized these stereotypes—they would reply with “well, you’re not really Mexican…you know what I mean!”

As a young girl, I wouldn’t argue further when I heard remarks like that, but I’ve always wondered: what did my friends mean? Did they mean that since my dad had a white-collar job, and since I spoke English without an accent like they did, that I must not have been of Mexican descent? What made them assume that all Hispanics were Mexican? Where did these warped stereotypes come from?

It’s not uncommon to find myself in these awkward situations; more recently I found myself the only Mexican-American among a group of Caucasian adults, who, as a result of my presence, were having a very restrained conversation about their “changing” neighborhoods, and their desire to move away because “the demographics” were shifting—which, I inferred, meant more Hispanics were moving in and they wanted to get out.

I feel an inherent responsibility to correct people when they categorize all Hispanics as Mexicans or when I hear an incorrect stereotype because I’m both offended and desperate to try and educate people about this topic. What puzzles me, though, is that although I feel alienated and oftentimes hurt when people make these remarks, I know that the people making them are also just like me. I have more in common with them than Mexicans.

What I’ve learned from living between these two worlds is that how you identify with someone isn’t necessarily based on race or ethnicity, it’s socio-economic class.

Sure, people of the same culture share traditions and practices, but what makes someone truly identify with someone else is sharing a similar lifestyle. A poor Caucasian kid will have more in common with a poor Mexican kid than with a rich Caucasian kid, no matter the cultural similarities or differences between them.

However, not many people look for similarities in people across cultures since our American history includes exclusion of so many groups, including Hispanics.

One of the most recent examples is Trump suggesting that Mexicans are “rapists” and “drug dealers.” Instances like this is no wonder that there might be a cultural divide between Mexican-Americans and Caucasians, and even confusion that Mexican-Americans are indeed just as American as everyone else.

Even though I sometimes face confusion about my cultural identity, I know that, after all, America is a melting pot. This debate within myself is the product of being fed the incessant mantra that we are truly a multicultural and diverse nation, and I’m sure Mexican-Americans aren’t the only ones in this country who experience this self-reflection.

I believe that this multiculturalism is what America has tried to achieve all along, and I believe that we are supposed to be a melting pot. This realization has made it easier for me to identify myself as Mexican-American; I know I can exist happily between these two worlds, accepting the American part of me as well as the fundamental Mexican part of me.  

Sophia Campos is a 21-year-old student at Texas State University.

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What Being a Hispanic/Latino Means to Me and How It has Influenced My Working and Personal Life

This blog post features a compilation of narratives from Duane Morris staff members in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

By Yolanda Arnavat-Parga

I was born in Cuba and came to the U.S. in the early 1960s along with my parents and grandparents who were born in Spain and Cuba. Being Hispanic to me means having the opportunity to live with extended family, celebrating everything with delicious food, and enjoying our culture and heritage. As a child, it meant speaking Spanish exclusively at home, honoring your parents/grandparents, embracing your family’s expectations and traditions and changing hats depending on where we were in order to fit in. Later on, it meant working hard to excel at school/work and espousing the right ethics to honor our family and trying to mitigate any erroneous preconceived ideas about Hispanics. Today, it means embracing the richness of our diverse customs, culture and heritage and being proud of the current and future contributions of all Hispanics.

By A. Venissa Fernandez

I was born in the Dominican Republic and emigrated to the United States when I was three years old. Thinking back, I had no idea how lucky I was to have parents that made the incredible sacrifice in choosing to immigrate to the U.S. coming here with very little knowledge of the culture, the rules, and even the language to raise two young children.

Being Dominican is part of my personality, interests, and tastes in life. My identity gave me a starting place, and a whole tribe of people to relate to. Coming from a big family also taught me about community, loyalty, and respect. These things are crucial to my character, and I directly attribute them to growing up in a big Dominican household. I learned at a very young age that we were different, our culture, humor, music, food, even our birthday parties were different than everyone else’s.

In New York, the Dominican culture thrives in neighborhoods like Washington Heights, where I grew up, which experienced an influx of Dominican immigrants in the 1960s. Today, as you walk through the neighborhood, you experience how rich our culture is from the Bachata and Merengue music playing out of any open apartment window or store front, to the no frills local eateries offering a taste of home, or even the famous corner store called “Bodega”, selling all the local and island favorites. Similar to what was displayed, thanks to Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Broadway musical “In the Heights”. While growing up in Washington Heights helped me appreciate my Dominican heritage, I am defined just as much, if not more so, by my life-long experiences as a New Yorker, a very special breed of person.

Hispanic Heritage Month grew out of National Hispanic Heritage Week, which President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law in 1968. In 1987, Representative Esteban Torres pushed for a month-long commemoration. He argued that supporters of his bill “want the American people to learn of our heritage. We want the public to know that we share a legacy with the rest of the country, a legacy that includes artists, writers, Olympic champions, and leaders in business, government, cinema, and science. [The month-long celebration] will allow our nation to properly observe and coordinate events and activities to celebrate Hispanic culture and achievement.” Torres’ bill did not pass, but a year later, a similar bill – proposed by Senator Paul Simon – did, with President Ronald Reagan signing it into law on August 17, 1988.

Unlike Black History Month, Women’s History Month, and Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Hispanic Heritage Month begins mid-way through September. This is because September 15 and 16 mark the independence days of Honduras, Nicaragua, Guatemala, El Salvador, Costa Rica, and Mexico.

Hispanic Heritage Month, serves as a means for all members of the Latino community, to connect with their heritage showcasing the beauty of our culture, and different traditions of other Hispanic countries.

By Josephine F. Garcia

I reminisce on the times my Abuelo Santiago and Abuela Carmen would tell me stories while growing up. My Abuelo had established his own milk company in Cuba with hard work and dedication. It was one of his most gratifying accomplishments, and one he was forever proud of in his life. My Abuela raised three beautiful daughters and was a dedicated housewife. While listening to their history, it was evident how much they loved the Country they had left behind. These anecdotes of their life in Cuba demonstrated to me the values and principles I live by today.

As a first generation Cuban-American, I was blessed with the opportunity to live with my grandparents alongside my parents for many years. It is a Cuban tradition for the family to all live together. The characteristics that were instilled in my family and I reflect the lives of my grandparents in Cuba. They were and will eternally remain my foundation. My grandparents were the humblest people I have ever known. They lived a life of honesty, trust, loyalty and dedication to their family and work.

Being bi-lingual has given me an advantage in my personal and work life, as we live in a diverse America where there are so many people of other Latin cultures and who speak the Spanish language. I love everything about the Cuban culture, and I will always be proud of being Cuban. I will forever keep my Cuban heritage alive and I have also taught my children to continue the legacy.

By  Andrew J. Hanna

I am a Chicano. A Chicano is a chosen identity for people of Mexican descent born in the States. My mother, who was born in Mexico, made it her mission to ensure that her children were raised to understand both of the cultures in which they were born. Being born and raised bi-racially has allowed me to accept and understand people that are different than me. As a person of mixed race and cultures, it has enabled me to help others in finding opportunities that lay quietly waiting to be discovered. Most importantly, being bi-racial has allowed me to witness the beauty of people and their contributions to our society and world.

By Sofia Lowenberg

There’s a broad range for what it means to be Hispanic in the U.S. It applies to someone who’s fourth-generation American, or, in my case, to someone who’s second generation (though there is some debate what first and second generation means). My first language was Spanish. My mother, Maria, was born in Bogotá, Colombia and my father, Fernando, in Guatemala City, Guatemala— both came to the USA in the early 60’ as adults, met in New York, and married in 1974. Both my parents came here to live the American Dream and they are extremely proud of both my brother and me. A New Yorker, born and raised in Queens, NY, I am fortunate enough to have obtained an education in the world’s finest city.

My paternal grandparents were from Spain. As a gift for my mother’s 75 th birthday, my mother and I went on a tour through Spain. We both felt a connection to Seville and Salamanca and I loved the vibe in Barcelona and Costa del Sol.

The Hispanic experience is incredibly diverse, it’s not just one point of view or perspective. For me, Hispanic Heritage Month serves as a means for all members of the Hispanic community, no matter their background, to connect with their heritage. I am sharing with my husband and my son the rich Hispanic culture, including teaching them Spanish and my love of music and dancing.

By Francisco Maldonado

I was born and raised in Puerto Rico. We are a friendly, family-oriented people who enjoy a rich Spanish influence. Being Hispanic has played a huge role in defining who I am and how I view the world. Of utmost importance are our really close-knit families and frequent family gatherings along with the Hispanic traditions that have shaped my experiences growing up. What better binds the family than food. Traditions such as Noche Buena (Christmas Eve), Año Viejo (New Years’ Eve), Los Reyes Magos (Three Kings’ Day), Fiestas de las Calles San Sebastián, Fiestas Patronales, Quinceañeros (Sweet Fifteen) to name a few. Something that cannot be absent during these family gatherings is delicious traditional food.

The taste and aromas of places, families and our histories are anchored in our memories by the foods and traditions we enjoy. My best memories go way back with my mother in the kitchen and my sisters hanging around watching her cook our daily meals and listening to what transpired during the day. The love and joy with which she cooked for us daily and the preparation of our traditional feasts significantly impacted me. Cooking was such a predominant part of our daily life that I chose to get a degree in Culinary Arts many years after college. As a result of my culinary training along with my childhood experiences and spending time in the kitchen with my mother, I have been able to mix and adapt my cuisine and eating habits. I cherish the memories of cooking special recipes passed down by my grandmother, my mother, and my aunts; I like to share them now with my family and friends. Nothing is more flavorful and portrays my Hispanic heritage more than a Pernil con Arroz con Gandules (Roast Pork with Rice and Pigeon Peas) for our Christmas Eve parties or mom’s Arroz relleno con Pollo (Baked Chicken and Rice) for special occasions, or Bistec con Arroz con Habichuelas y Tostones (Beefsteak, Rice and Beans and Fried Plantains) , after work. I enjoy integrating these traditions in the different events I plan for the Miami and Boca Raton offices as it is fulfilling sharing and teaching others about them.

By Diane Martinez 

I am proud to be Mexican-American. I was born in East Los Angeles, a predominately Hispanic side of the city. My parents were both born in the United States but my grandparents were of Mexican, Native American and European descent.

My father and father-in-law were born in poverty in 1932.   They both proudly served this country at a time when there was little opportunity. That experience opened the door for them to have successful careers and to provide a better living for their families than they had ever known. My father in-law was one of sixteen children. He grew up with little but his parents taught their children about devotion to God. The children learned to dance with each other and to have a joy for living. My father spent his entire career working on the very first space shuttle and subsequent shuttles for space exploration until he retired. He says that growing up he never imagined being a part of something so extraordinary.

What does it mean to identify with my heritage? It means that I am part of a people who have persevered and worked hard to succeed and live the American dream. We have strong family ties and family pride. We have faith, loyalty and passion and apply those traits to everything we do personally and professionally. My relatives have worked the land, served this country, and fought for civil rights. We are a family of humble beginnings, yet every generation has worked hard to succeed

It doesn’t hurt that we also make great music and some of the world’s best food!

By Laura I. Medina

Being a bilingual Puerto Rican in America comes with both advantages as well as some unfortunate “disadvantages.” Growing up in a Puerto Rican household, there is a dynamic culture such as amazing Spanish food, salsa dancing and telenovelas I grew up watching with my mom and my abuela (grandmother) just to name a few. My family stressed the importance of working hard every day, doing well in school so that I can get a scholarship to go to college (we didn’t have the money to pay for it), and I also found playing soccer to be an outlet. All of these things were vital to my success in America is what I taught.

Hispanics are the largest minority in the United States and only growing. Being fluent in reading and writing another language should come as a competitive advantage especially in the workforce. However, I quickly learned that this isn’t always the case as those same traditions I had embraced weren’t always embraced outside of home. As a child I remember struggling with balancing sticking with my culture and traditions, but at the same time trying not to show my roots to the world outside too much due to my experiences with prejudice. My brother, sister, and I only spoke only Spanish in the household then switched to English when we went to school.

As I got older, I learned that this carries over to the workforce and that it wasn’t just me. Hispanics suppress parts of their personas at work such as appearance and communication style to better fit in with the mainstream. I found myself doing the same to try to “make it” or get ahead. I was hiding the very things that make me who I am. Today I know that a large part of my success and drive comes from the morals and values from my Hispanic culture driven to me at a young age. It is my identity. If we instead embrace our differences and utilize them, we can actually be more competitive in a global market rather than trying to fit in to the one that currently exists

Essay on Mexican Culture

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100 Words Essay on Mexican Culture

Introduction to mexican culture.

Mexican culture is rich with history and color. It comes from ancient civilizations like the Aztecs and Mayans. Today, it’s a mix of those traditions with influences from Spain and other countries. People in Mexico are known for their love of family, music, and food.

Festivals and Holidays

Mexico is famous for its lively festivals. One of the biggest is the Day of the Dead, where families remember loved ones who have passed away. They decorate altars and graves with bright flowers and offer favorite foods.

Traditional Mexican Food

Mexican food is known worldwide. Tacos, enchiladas, and guacamole come from here. Corn, beans, and chili peppers are important ingredients. Meals are often shared with family, making eating a social event.

Music and Dance

Music and dance are key parts of Mexican culture. Mariachi bands play guitars, violins, and trumpets. Folk dances tell stories of Mexico’s history. The colorful costumes and lively rhythms are enjoyed by people of all ages.

Art and Craft

Mexican art is famous for its bright colors and patterns. Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo are well-known artists. Crafts like pottery, weaving, and silverwork show Mexico’s creativity and skill.

Mexican culture is a tapestry of traditions that celebrate life. It’s a blend of history, art, food, and music that brings joy to people and makes Mexico unique.

250 Words Essay on Mexican Culture

Mexican culture is a rich blend of native traditions and Spanish influence. It is known for its colorful art, lively music, and strong family values. Mexico’s history shapes its culture, from ancient civilizations like the Maya and Aztecs to the Spanish conquest.

Traditional Food

Mexican food is famous worldwide. Tacos, enchiladas, and tamales are just a few examples of the tasty dishes. Ingredients like corn, beans, and chili peppers are common. Families often gather to enjoy meals together, making food a central part of social life.

Festivals and Celebrations

Mexicans love to celebrate. One of the most famous events is the Day of the Dead, when people honor their loved ones who have passed away. There are also colorful parades, dances, and music. Christmas and Cinco de Mayo are other big celebrations full of joy and traditions.

Music and dance are vital in Mexican culture. Mariachi bands play lively tunes with violins, trumpets, and guitars. Folk dances tell stories of Mexico’s history and people. Young and old enjoy the rhythms and movements that make up Mexico’s musical heritage.

Family Values

In Mexico, family is everything. Relatives are very close and support each other. Big family gatherings with lots of food and laughter are common. Respect for parents and elders is taught from a young age, making family bonds very strong.

Mexican culture is a tapestry woven from history, food, celebrations, music, and family. It is a culture full of warmth, color, and life, inviting everyone to experience its beauty and traditions.

500 Words Essay on Mexican Culture

Mexican culture is a rich and colorful tapestry woven from a history that goes back thousands of years. It includes the traditions of the ancient Maya and Aztec civilizations, as well as influences from Spanish colonists who came to Mexico over 500 years ago. Today, Mexican culture is known around the world for its vibrant music, delicious food, and festive celebrations.

One of the most famous parts of Mexican culture is its food. Mexican cuisine is known for its bold flavors and colorful presentations. Dishes like tacos, enchiladas, and tamales are enjoyed by people all over the world. The food is often made with corn, beans, and chili peppers, which are ingredients that have been used in Mexico for a very long time. In Mexico, families often cook together and share meals, which helps to keep their cultural traditions alive.

Mexicans love to celebrate, and they have many festivals throughout the year. One of the most famous is the Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, which is a time when people remember and honor their loved ones who have passed away. During this festival, families create altars with photos, candles, and flowers, and they might also visit the graves of their relatives. Another important celebration is Mexican Independence Day on September 16th, which marks the day Mexico began its fight for freedom from Spain.

Music and dance are at the heart of Mexican social life. Mariachi bands, with their trumpets, violins, and guitars, are a common sight at parties and celebrations. Folk dances, such as the Jarabe Tapatío, often known as the Mexican Hat Dance, tell stories through movement and are performed wearing traditional costumes. These art forms not only provide entertainment but also help to pass down history and traditions from one generation to the next.

Art and Handicrafts

Mexican art is famous for its bright colors and intricate designs. Artists like Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera have gained international fame for their paintings that often reflect Mexican history and culture. In addition to fine art, Mexico is also known for its handicrafts, including pottery, weaving, and silverwork. These items are not just beautiful; they are also important to the economy as they are sold to tourists and collectors.

Family is a very important part of life in Mexico. Many generations often live in the same house or neighborhood, and they support each other in daily life. Respect for elders is a key value, and children are taught to listen to and learn from their parents and grandparents. Family members celebrate important events together, such as birthdays and religious ceremonies, which helps to strengthen their bonds.

Mexican culture is a beautiful blend of history, art, food, and family. It is a culture that is both ancient and ever-changing, as new generations add their own stories to the rich tapestry that has been created over thousands of years. Understanding Mexican culture can help people from all over the world appreciate the diversity and depth of human traditions.

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My Mexican Culture Essay Example

Growing up in New York, my parents have strived their very best to keep my culture alive for my siblings and I. My family thrives on the many traditions and customs that they are able to continue living in New York. I can very much say everyone in my culture is filled with a great deal of pride in where they come from. At my age of twenty-three years old, I am fortunate to have had the privilege to travel to many places and yet still Mexico will always be my favorite. My culture is food, music, dancing, and love. 

Since the 18th-century Mariachis have been thriving to show a raw feeling of a love story or a personal life story which I find so beautiful and heartwarming. We eat tacos, tamales, tortas, and much more and it has a lot to do with the pueblos all over Mexico, each Pueblo introduces their ideas and traditions to one another which keeps the culture always so vigorous. We have many traditions such as Quinceneras which is the introduction to womanhood through a beautiful celebration traditionally it was celebrated in the pueblo with everyone from the pueblo but today in modern days most throw a party at a venue and celebrate with loved ones. Dia de Los Muertos is a very important tradition, its roots stem from the Aztecs about 3,000 years ago. The day of the dead is to celebrate the life of a loved one who has passed. These are very important traditions to respect, these traditions mean so much to us and will forever continue. 

Marianismo, throughout many generations it has been taught from women to women to be pleasant, quiet, pure, and chaste. Marianismo is rooted in catholicism the name comes from the Virgin Mary who is worshiped in the Mexican culture, since we admire her, we are taught to be like her. From my own experience, I did grow up in a household where I had felt huge guilt for wanting to wear makeup, wear nail-polish, stylish clothing. Watching tv programs such as MTV or Telenovelas growing up I was allowed to see another side of feminine beauty where it was okay to be strong, independent, tough, and have full freedom to be comfortable with who they are. My first day of middle school was the most confusing day of my life, I had recently graduated from an elementary school that carried grades pre-k up to sixth grade. When I had finished my first full day of middle school I did not know it was okay to curse or that it was allowed, or that girls my age were wearing nice clothing, or wearing nail polish, for me this was a brand new world. While in middle school I had learned about sex education which was a taboo in my home and I had felt very out of place because it was I had understood it but learning about STD’s, sex, sexuality I never knew if it was okay to understand. This would go on and on. My first period was a scary moment of my life as well because before the day of I never knew what a period was or how it happened or what I needed. I was clueless. 

Growing up in my traditional Mexican household I was ashamed and also shamed for wanting to know more. It wasn’t just my mother who shamed me, it was my entire family because there are specific topics that you are just not supposed to speak about. 

Machismo attitude is a behavior that has gone through generations and this goes along with Marianismo. A wife is supposed to cherish and admire her husband and is also required to keep her husband to feel like the man, superior, the husband is the boss of the house, whatever he says go and that is that. 

Growing up these behaviors have always been so toxic and very much condescending in my perspective. My parents had a very ugly relationship that I still do very much remember and being that I was there to experience the ups and the downs I had promised myself to never become like my parents or any other family member. 

I was introduced to a different world when I had started middle school and I was very scared, very nervous, it took me a long time to accept myself and still I am constantly growing. My best friend growing up is gay, we hung out all the time growing up, I would invite him to many family events and unfortunately, my family and I have had disagreements that turned into arguments because my best friend was a gay guy. Graduating high school and going to college was a big shock for my family from my cousin and me. Most of the ladies in my family born in the U.S. have gone to high school and married right after or had teen pregnancies, It is very fortunate that I was able to study and keep the focus on what is important to me but a traditional older aunt would not see it that way. 

The older ladies in my family believe that by your 20s you should already have babies and be married and have a hard-working family, which leads to dating, picking the right man for their daughter, he has to be a full-time worker who can make ends meet and continuously provide. It is important in my culture that we have our children. There is no adopting or shouldn’t be any adoption, it is important to reproduce your child. This is hard for some ladies in the Mexican culture, some ladies have complications and are unable to have a baby which can feel shameful since most of the ladies continuously ask younger ladies about baby planning. Gay marriage is looked down up by both women and men, some truly believe it is wrong or that it is a devilish act this does include transition in gender. 

To stay single or to choose not to have kids can be overwhelming. Mexican grandmother expects all the ladies in the family to have multiple children and to get married before they pass. The idea of a granddaughter choosing to stay single or not have children is selfish, my grandmother believes that since the female body is meant to reproduce we should reproduce as much as possible. It is extremely difficult to introduce new ideas or new concepts to our elders but sometimes can be possible. The idea of having full freedom to speak on whatever you want, or do whatever you want, or be in a relationship and not needing permission or your partner around all the time is completely different for the older generation.

My views have been greatly influenced by the many experiences throughout my life. The feeling of being an outcast or not fitting in where you are supposed to belong feels intense, I believe that everyone is allowed to do anything they would like to do as long as it makes them happy and harms no one. Being a female in my 20s working and going to school full-time is very stressful at times but the freedom I get by allowing myself to be comfortable in my clothes, in my own apartment, to be able to choose to focus on my education and my future means the world to me. Hopefully, my younger sister can look up to me as a role model, and if not I hope I give them the ability to see that there are options out there for women. No one has to stay home with the children all day but it is okay if you want that, being independent is great as long as they choose to want that. I do not only come from a very conservative family I also come from a very conservative town where some do not allow themselves to see a bigger picture. 

Completing this assignment reminds me how proud I am to be me, through the ups and downs I can always rely on myself and my best friend for anything. I also love that I chose to live my life the way I wanted no matter how I was perceived as a person and a woman.

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Indigenous heritage, religion and syncretism, music and dance, art and literature, modern mexican society.

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My Connection with Mexican Culture

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Every person is unique and distinctive because of their own genetic diversity and culture. When I think of the word culture it makes me think about family, my own values, beliefs, and traditions. Usually your culture stems from where you were born and raised, but for me it was a little different. My parents lived in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico they’re whole lives until I was born. They grew up with Mexican values and passed on their beliefs and traditions to me, even though I was raised in Houston. We didn’t have family in Houston, but every summer we would make a trip to Mexico so I could stay in touch with my roots and for that I am grateful.

Family is an important and big aspect in life for a lot of Mexicans. I remember having my first memory of walking down the streets of Mexico at a very young age. I believe I was around 6 when I had finally met all my cousins, uncles, and aunts for the first time. I was ecstatic to have family around me and it made me feel a lot better knowing I wasn’t so alone. From then on, I went to Mexico every summer. Throughout the years, I learned that the general culture of Mexican families has a strong foundation in unity. Family always comes first and in my own experience we have always been united no matter what. Many of my family members tend to live near each other so it has always been a big get-together for whatever event we celebrate. Having such a close and loving family influenced me as an individual. It provided me with a sense of identity and support.

Catholicism is another part of my identity that was influenced by Mexican culture and my parents. Whenever we would come to Mexico, we would stay for months. Over those months, I remember attending church every Sunday at a catholic church led by my uncle. I was baptized at a very young age and began going to church school each Wednesday. In those classes I prepared for my Communion and a few years after that I did my Conformation. Religion has always been a big part of my family’s values and beliefs. To this day there are many customs that I follow in daily life when praying and attending church. It seems to bring my family together in a spiritual way and it’s something I will carry on for the rest of my life.

I believe Mexican culture comes alive through food. Since I was a little girl, I’ve always been fascinated by the women’s cooking in my family. I would go to the kitchen and sit down on the counter to watch, while my mom and grandma would stay all day in the kitchen making food for everyone. Stereotypical foods like rice and beans was an everyday meal in my house. I learned how to make handmade tamales, tortillas, mole, and other mexican cuisines as I got older. Cooking meals for the family has been a big part of my culture. It also allowed all of us to come together for a big meal to talk with one another about our day. Eating meals was done together, never individually. It bought a sense of togetherness between us.

A cultural Mexican tradition that is widely used in Mexico and in the United States is a quinceanera. I actually had my own quince when I was 15 in Mexico. It was and always be a fond memory that I will keep with me until I die. Quinceaneras have a lot of religious and custom traditions incorporated into them. I remember wearing a beautiful big pink dress and carrying a bouquet of flowers the whole day. After I had a church ceremony, we went to a dance hall and celebrated. Throughout the night, I carried out certain traditions. For example, I had to change my flats into heels. This represented that I was becoming a woman and was entering a new level in life. The whole concept of a quince is to leave your girlhood behind. I received gifts such as a last doll and jewelry to emphasize that I was becoming an adult. Celebrations like this keep traditions alive and is a big part of Mexican culture.

Culture can influence a person’s beliefs, values, and thoughts. Everyone is unique in their own way and it is a beautiful thing. It helps you understand yourself a little better. It can help you identify with your place of origin and helps you comprehend where you are from. My Mexican culture made me who I am today and for that I am thankful. Throughout the years of my life, I’ve formed my own values and beliefs by being raised in a Mexican household. Culture for me is a blend of your religion,values,food and customs. All humans have some cultural differences and similarities. At the end of the day, each one of us is connected in some form through our individual cultures.

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