I Am From

Franlin Perez

I am from my family, Working, beautiful, and amazing.

I am from bachata and empanadas, From the Dominican flag and two parents

I am from a neighborhood filled with loud music and people talking, arguing, From a family that says to always work hard.

I am from parents that are worried that I might not be successful in life, From the hope that I will make it.

I am from old family photos making me cry Because time passes by faster than you think.

that I couldn’t live without.

I am from coming to NYC to live a better life in America, From my mother’s cooking bringing back family memories.

I am from the 2 and 5 trains, From white rice, braised chicken, twice-fried plantains.

I am proud of being Dominican, Celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas, and birthdays with family.

with loud music and people talking, arguing, From a family that says to always work hard.

I am from parents that are worried that I might not be successful in life,