the white cuban
“Say what?! I’m French!? I’m not Mexican?? Not even one drop?”
This was the shock that I had after investigating further about my blood line when I was home for Thanksgiving. I found out that I wasn’t Mexican at all, but have pure Spain, Cuban and French blood in me. I already knew about the other two, but French!? Although my father was born in Mexico, his parents, grandparents, etc… all from Spain (apparently his parents flew to Mexico to live). My mother’s father was pure French (and his whole family from France) and my grandmother was straight-up Cuban. Although such a mix of blood, my mother insists I’m Cuban. Go figure.
Interesting huh? My friends last year, when discovering I was Cuban (and very white for a Cuban), called me the “white cuban.” I didn’t know why for sure until now… I guess it’s the Spaniard in me…. but french!? Where did that come from? … things that make you go hmmmm.
It makes you wonder how in the world your grandparents ever got together. ; )
Ahh…don’t take it too hard Erik. We all still love you!
~Brandon
Wow… that’s uh… and interesting combination…
it’s what makes you so cool… yeah,…. that’s it…..
anyway, you make me smile,Erik
I think its an interesting combo but I think it worked out ok…
My dear CUBAN, spaniard, french Son, did you forget to mention that today is your Birthday? Such joy! for me, this too marks a day for me, its my first day of motherhood, 24 years ago. 24 years ago, I was given the gift of raising you, to be the man you are today, 24 years ago, I was crying at the pure miracle that God had given me, 24 years ago, I held you in my arms as though you were made of porcelin, awwww 24 years ago, My Erik with a K. I love you very much, thank you for the joy, the laughter and the wisdom you have given me…..Your CUBAN Mom
WooHoo! You have some french! Me too! Ok, so I don’t ever claim that part of me. Just welsh. Like your just cuban. I think cuban sounds much more cool anyways. So, I side with your mom. So weird though. To think your Mexican all these years and just find out. Did you just have a birthday? Happy birthday? Does this mean I have to get you something to bring back? Did you save some cake for me? Ok, I am done with your interogation. The ipod thing got me all excited and then I couldn’t do it coz it knew I was on a comp in India. I hope my mom does it for me though 🙂 Take care brother! I am praying for you!
-Meg W.
yeah my cuban friend! whoohoo … cubans are great. we have so much spice and add flavor to this world. and i agree with your mom if you have some type of cuban in you …. you are JUST cuban! see ya around amigo!
jen