I moved to New York chasing opportunity, but over time, I began to feel disconnected from my roots. Returning to Miami reminded me of why I left—I love my culture and my people deeply, but we see the world differently. Now, I’m caught between two places that both feel like home and yet don’t fully understand me. This is my story of navigating that divide, honoring where I come from while staying true to who I am.

I moved to New York chasing opportunity, but over time, I began to feel disconnected from my roots. Returning to Miami reminded me of why I left—I love my culture and my people deeply, but we see the world differently. Now, I’m caught between two places that both feel like home and yet don’t fully understand me. This is my story of navigating that divide, honoring where I come from while staying true to who I am.