Independence

I am an American, not by birth but by choice. I came to the United States from Mexico because I fell in love with a man who respected my intelligence and I fell in love with all the opportunities that this great country provides. Not every country offers as much hope for its men, women, and children. As a girl, seeing the American flag meant something magical to me. It stood for democracy. It stood for hope, world leadership, freedom. With its red and white stripes and white