Alicialenne Gervacio

Six Word Memoir

Immigrant parents, First generation, Successful endings

Being part of an immigrant family was a struggle, especially being the oldest daughter. I'm so thankful that my parents had to go through so much to give my siblings and I a better life. I remember starting kindergarten and struggling way harder than the rest of my peers to understand the class and the homework. Coming from a household in which the only language spoken was Spanish and not having anyone to rely on for help was difficult. Even though this sounds harsh, it's our reality, and this made me realize that I couldn't be one more Hispanic kid that stays behind with a minimum wage job. I had told myself that no matter how hard things got, I would always try my best to never give up on my dreams of making my parents proud of me. As well, showing myself that I was the first generation in my family to have the courage to go to college. Graduating virtually from high school was one of my biggest successes, and I'm ready to achieve many other goals.

Where I am From

I am from a kitchen

from la moderna and fabuloso

I am from the loud family gatherings ( dirty, happy, the clinging of pans never stopping)

I am from nopal the spiked green oval shaped plant

I am from posadas and family singing along

From Elodia Lopez and Bulmaro Bolanos

I'm from the spontaneous road trips and serious conversations

From "Echale ganas mija " and "cuida a tus hermanos"

I'm from Sunday mass and he forgives your sins

I'm from "the heart of California " and Oaxaca, white long stringy Quesillo and Tlayuda

From the immigrant mother looking looking for the American Dream

From the 18 year old young boy leaving his parents behind, a box full of memorable moments inside my bedroom closet

I am from keep trying never give up and being the American Dream