Dangers of Friendships

Dangers of Friendships

While having friends can be a source of joy and support, it’s important to acknowledge that there can be potential dangers or challenges associated with certain friendships. These risks may include: Negative Influence: Friends can influence your behavior, values, and decisions. You may be more inclined to follow suit if you surround yourself with individuals […]

The Tempestuous Tides of U.S. Immigration

Immigration

Reflecting on the many years of travel and dealing with the complexity of immigration, I am reminded of the journey I have traversed. The friendships along the way were a beacon of light, a reassuring whisper in the depths of uncertainty. The support from these friendships was a testament to collective strength, even when the […]

The Colored Truth with Individualized Interpretation of the Immigration Law

The Colored Truth

Indeed, the absence of diversity in the decision-making process can have far-reaching consequences, especially concerning matters of immense importance. This lack of varied perspectives and experiences can lead to a skewed understanding of the law, resulting in multiple interpretations by different individuals who have the same session of the law book opened. This scenario can […]

Preferring the Familiar

“The devil you know is better than the angel you don’t know” is an age-old adage that speaks to the human tendency to prefer the familiar, even if it carries its share of challenges or drawbacks. This saying implies that it’s often safer to stick with what we’re accustomed to rather than venturing into uncharted […]

Embracing the Unknown

Unknown

The adage “The devil you know is better than the angel you don’t know” suggests it’s safer to stick with a familiar, albeit potentially harmful, situation or person than to venture into the unknown, even if it seems promising. While this saying may hold some truth in specific contexts, it’s crucial to recognize its limitations […]

Earnings of Frenemies

frenemies

“Frenemies,” a term coined by blending “friends” and “enemies,” refers to individuals who have a complex and often ambivalent relationship. While the concept of frenemies may seem counterintuitive, it’s important to note that these relationships can offer several unexpected benefits: Growth and Resilience: Interacting with frenemies can foster personal growth and resilience. Dealing with challenging […]

Freedom Prison

Comparing a prisoner and an undocumented immigrant involves discussing two distinct legal statuses within a society. Can an undocumented immigrant relate to the sufferings of a prisoner as they evaluate their life’s miseries? Undocumented immigrants and prisoners can relate to each other’s woes in specific ways despite their different legal statuses. Legal Status: Prisoner: A […]

The Dream & The Dreamers

The Dream & The Dreamers

The “American Dream” is a concept that has evolved and can be interpreted in various ways. At its core, it typically involves the idea that anyone, regardless of background, can achieve success, prosperity, and upward mobility through hard work, determination, and opportunity in the United States. The “gap between the dream and the dreamers” can […]

Partially Documented “Dreamers” Still Undocumented

immigration and people

Partially documented and undocumented immigrants in North America face a myriad of challenges and hardships that significantly impact their daily lives. These individuals often come seeking better opportunities, safety, or to reunite with family members but encounter numerous insurmountable obstacles due to their immigration status. Let’s highlight a minimum low fundamental daily challenges they face: […]