Born in southern California, I grew up in a diverse cultural community where Spanish speakers were common, as well as speakers of other native languages. Being mostly of Mexican descent yet a second generation American gave me an equal upbringing within both cultural and linguistic worlds. I attended college in the midwest and eventually made it my home. I am now a stay-at-home wife and a mother to two children but hope to some day soon return to college and complete a Medical Interpreting program. For now I will continue utilizing my natural skills to remove language barriers for those that are within my reach.