Testimonial 4

Where are you from?

Sinaloa, Mexico

What was the year that you came to the US?

1982

Why did you come to the US?

To make money for my family.

Did you have to leave family when you came to the US?

Yes, my wife and kids.

Explain your experience on crossing to the border?

It was a nightmare because it was two days lost in the fronter.

Did you get over the first time you attempted to?

No.

When you were over what did you do first once you were over?

I went to my brother's house to seek shelter.

Was it hard for you to communicate the first months you were in the US?

Yes, because I did not speak alot of English.

Once you were settled did you try to bring some of your family?

I brought over my sister so she could marry an American man.

Are you a American citizen now?

Yes.

If yes, how long did it take to become a citizen?

Six years

Can you speak and understand English?

Yes, because I attended night school.

(back)