The Machismo (the dominant male in the family), is usually the largest in the family. He makes the rules and he keeps the other members in check. The dominance and power of the Machismo has faded, but it doesn’t mean it's gone. The Machismo still holds power and is still represented as the head of the family. Both the wife and the husband usually have jobs, but the wife works part time. Women in Columbia also have an important role in the family. She cleans, cooks, cares for the children, and keeps the family from falling apart. The wife also has a part time job to help pay the bills. The size of the family can vary in size. The upper class families usually have more children than the lower class families have. They have more possessions, better
