BACKGROUND

Sex: female
Ethnicity: Mexican-American and Costa Rican
Born in:
Parents born in: Costa Rica(Mom) and U.S. (Dad)

Because my father was in the AirForce for 20 years, I did lots of traveling around the world. I've only lived in California for 3 and a half years, considering I was born here. I grew up in Spain, did junior high in Texas, high school in Germany and now, college in California. These experiences have made me probably more open-minded and flexible to new situations than the majority of people in the US.

..... When I was in 3rd grade, the whole school had to make a kite and enter in the school contest. They were all judged by grade level, according to theme and creativity. Also, they had to actually fly. My kite had a rainbow and a pit of gold. I was chosen as winner because of my creativity and my kite flew. I felt like I was on tope of the world! My kite was displayed, I received a silver dollar and a certificate, and my picture was taken and put in the newspaper.

They recognized us and made a "big deal' out of something that might be considered minute. This brought up my self-esteem, and the contest allowed me to express my creativity.

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