Then, for whatever reason, the light turned on in my head and I became interested in learning it. I took every course I could in Spanish, and I even studied in Spain so I could have no excuse but to speak it.
But the most amazing and heart-warming adventure was the one that was waiting for me at home. One that I had overlooked for almost 23 years. I spoke to many relatives for the first time without the help of my parents or sister. We talked for hours on end. I learned new things about my family, and learned to appreciate my heritage on a personal level. I re-discovered myself.