By: Andrea Ortiz
As I sat thinking about a word that describes Hispanic culture, one thing came to mind: DIVERSA (diverse). A Hispanic is any person of Mexican, Cuban, Dominican, Puerto Rican, Central or South American, or other Spanish culture regardless of race. Like I said, DIVERSE, and that is the beauty of it. People from so many places come together as ONE. September 15 marked the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month. This is a time not only to celebrate our history and accomplishments but to honor the pioneers that laid out the foundation for us. The celebration officially concludes on October 15, but the work to stride forward and keep building on the work our ancestors laid out for us never stops.
Hispanic Heritage Month starts on September 15, a day when multiple Hispanic countries, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, celebrate their independence. On September 16, Mexico gained its independence. Next is Chile, which celebrates its independence on September 18. Belize celebrates on September 21, and Puerto Rico on September 23.
“Ser Hispano es ser un luchador. Being Hispanic is being a fighter. Fighting to become better each day. Fighting to not let certain stereotypes get to you. Fighting to make your family proud. But the biggest fight is with yourself; even when the odds are against us and we must make something out of nothing, when it seems like the entire world is against us, the fight must never stop”, Stated Carolina Cano. Carolina is a young Hispanic woman whose both parts are from San Luis Potosí, Mexico, Carolina takes pride in her culture and embraces her culture as much as she can. This is what a lot of Hispanics must face in their everyday lives. Some left their countries to provide their families with a better life. “It is tough when people look at you weird because you are speaking in your native language; but you can always know that you are not alone. Not only do you have a whole community behind you; but most importantly, you have God leading the way”, stated Carolina.
“Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate all that our community has done to impact the world for the better. It is also an exciting time to learn about all the different Hispanic cultures. I am Mexican born and raised. I moved to the United States in pursuit of a better future for my family and myself. Throughout the journey I met some wonderful people from different parts of the world. This has really shown me how to value others' differences, because the world would be a boring place if we were all the same. So let Hispanic Heritage Month be a reminder of how diversity is a beautiful thing and to always be ORGULLOSO (proud) of where you come from”, Stated Anne Hernandez, Anne is 25-year-old Hispanic women who is now perusing her dream as a nurse. Ana comes from a humble family that has been with her through difficulties, that is why she tries her best in all that she can accomplish.
In conclusion, each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Recognizing cultural influence, A major part of Hispanic Heritage Month is recognition of Hispanic influence on America – both from Hispanic Americans throughout history and the pieces of Hispanic culture that have enriched American culture as well.
As I sat thinking about a word that describes Hispanic culture, one thing came to mind: DIVERSA (diverse). A Hispanic is any person of Mexican, Cuban, Dominican, Puerto Rican, Central or South American, or other Spanish culture regardless of race. Like I said, DIVERSE, and that is the beauty of it. People from so many places come together as ONE. September 15 marked the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month. This is a time not only to celebrate our history and accomplishments but to honor the pioneers that laid out the foundation for us. The celebration officially concludes on October 15, but the work to stride forward and keep building on the work our ancestors laid out for us never stops.
Hispanic Heritage Month starts on September 15, a day when multiple Hispanic countries, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, celebrate their independence. On September 16, Mexico gained its independence. Next is Chile, which celebrates its independence on September 18. Belize celebrates on September 21, and Puerto Rico on September 23.
“Ser Hispano es ser un luchador. Being Hispanic is being a fighter. Fighting to become better each day. Fighting to not let certain stereotypes get to you. Fighting to make your family proud. But the biggest fight is with yourself; even when the odds are against us and we must make something out of nothing, when it seems like the entire world is against us, the fight must never stop”, Stated Carolina Cano. Carolina is a young Hispanic woman whose both parts are from San Luis Potosí, Mexico, Carolina takes pride in her culture and embraces her culture as much as she can. This is what a lot of Hispanics must face in their everyday lives. Some left their countries to provide their families with a better life. “It is tough when people look at you weird because you are speaking in your native language; but you can always know that you are not alone. Not only do you have a whole community behind you; but most importantly, you have God leading the way”, stated Carolina.
“Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate all that our community has done to impact the world for the better. It is also an exciting time to learn about all the different Hispanic cultures. I am Mexican born and raised. I moved to the United States in pursuit of a better future for my family and myself. Throughout the journey I met some wonderful people from different parts of the world. This has really shown me how to value others' differences, because the world would be a boring place if we were all the same. So let Hispanic Heritage Month be a reminder of how diversity is a beautiful thing and to always be ORGULLOSO (proud) of where you come from”, Stated Anne Hernandez, Anne is 25-year-old Hispanic women who is now perusing her dream as a nurse. Ana comes from a humble family that has been with her through difficulties, that is why she tries her best in all that she can accomplish.
In conclusion, each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Recognizing cultural influence, A major part of Hispanic Heritage Month is recognition of Hispanic influence on America – both from Hispanic Americans throughout history and the pieces of Hispanic culture that have enriched American culture as well.
