the old country

heritage has always been a significant part of most latino families, i always wondered why it wasn't pursued by ours. the lines in which i came are rich in stories, it saddens me i know little of them. i'm told we still have family in spain (jaen) and mexico (tamaulipas), i've often looked at the maps wondering if i could reconnect with someone. two years ago i was encouraged to audition for our churches growing spanish ministry music team, i did with great hesitation. i was asked to play, and so i did, the first few months were discomforting as i tried to relate to people i had nothing in common with. as the first year passed i understood more and more the commonality we all did share, since then i've embraced what i am and who i am. the challenge now is to share these discoveries with my daughter and hope she will embrace her roots, this is the vintage revival.........