Hi everyone, It’s been a while since I’ve written anything here. Usually, Haley is the one who handles the blog. She has really wanted me to share how I’ve been feeling with everything that’s been happening since Trump returned to office. So here it is. These last six months have been an emotional rollercoaster. There’s … More This 4th of July We’re Tired, but We’re Not Backing Down
How do you get the attention of a government that does not follow the law? You protest. You do everything you can to be heard, and that’s exactly what’s happening in LA. The Trump administration targeted California for mass immigration raids and deportations. Originally, they said that they were only taking people with criminal warrants. … More Protect Your Neighbors
It has been over three years since I last posted. A LOT has happened since then, some really happy things and others hard and devastating. Here’s the breakdown— I’ve had a few people tell me we should write a book, and I think we could. It’s been a long, tireless journey for us, and then … More Home
This year we get to celebrate Thanksgiving together. Last year, we were unable to as Jose was in Mexico. It was challenging, but we did it. I know many people are celebrating Thanksgiving differently this year (as are we) because of COVID, and while it may not be the exact same, I understand what it’s … More Thanksgiving 2020
While I wouldn’t want to ever go through the frightening process of Jose going to Cd. Juarez for his visa interview again, it was such a grounding time that truly made us realize what’s really important in life. As a family, it taught us lessons that I often like to look back on especially when … More Grounding
When Jose was 11 years old, he called 911 on a pay phone three separate times. It was a stupid prank done by a little boy and his friend who really didn’t know the implications of making a false emergency call. A police officer arrived to the pay phone, pointed his gun at Jose and … More The Color of Our Skin
It’s been almost three months since the last time we wrote. Things have been hectic since we returned from our road trip to Cd. Juarez. Our entire family has been counting our blessings especially as of late. Take a look at this timeline: November 26, 2019 – Jose had his interview at the consulate in … More We Must Persevere
We’ve officially started packing and prepping for our road trip to Mexico. This will be the very first time that Luisa meets her abuela, and the very first time we travel out of the country as a family. We’ve waited for what seems like forever to be able to travel to Mexico together. This will … More To Ciudad Juarez We Go!
It’s been a little over a month since I came home from my visa interview in Cd. Juarez. I received my approval at my consular interview on November 26th, 2019 and was handed the “magical” green slip. The process from my first interview until I was actually able to pick up my visa took a … More The Interview Process and What’s Next
If someone would have told me 10 years ago that in 2019 I’d have a baby AND have to fight for my husband’s permanent residency, I would have laughed. And then, if they would have told me that I’d somehow get through it all, I don’t know if I would have believed them. Life is … More Thanksgiving
Love, Hope and Borders 