What Are The Benefits Of Being Bilingual

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I feel very honored, I remember back when both my mother and I were both learning to become bilingual. Both my mother and I were not able to speak more than one language. I found it more simple to speak English then it was to speak Spanish. while my mother advanced in Spanish although lacked in English. While we both were learning to become bilingual it became a struggle but with the help of each other it wasn't impossible to overcome. With how our evolution is evolving till this day, more and more people are in need of a translator in any foreign language. The need to understand more than one language is more important than ever. It's a priority and no longer a option but a requirement. The way our economy is continuing at the rate that its …show more content…
There not as many industrials in Mexico as there is in the United States. My mother originated in Guadalajara Cocula Jalisco. Its origin is known as the birth of “the mariachi” having its historical past it not only gives life to the culture of Hispanic ethnicities but why it's special from all other cities. Not having a lot in countries such as Mexico doesn't offer a lot due to the worth of currency and education the the people in the states do. For someone such as my mom to leave her birth home and cross the country for a better life is amazing on its own. I wouldn't be here today if people like my mother didn't have the courage to pursue happiness. Like any other, my dream was to only be the best person I can be. Although my mother wasn't born in the U.S , it didn't stop my mothers effort to become an U.S citizen or the character of who she is. Not only is she my mother but my role model of a honest individual who seeks to support her children and love ones. The support of my family and friends I wouldn't be where I am today. Despite the obstacles that I have face coming to be where i am in this day of age in my life it could not be possible without the

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