Grateful

"My journey began in El Salvador. My family made the decision to move us to the United States. My parents were hard- working and encouraged me to achieve higher education to have a better life and achieve 'the American Dream.' I obtained a career that allowed me to climb the corporate ladder and give back to my community. When I lost a brother, it made me reconsider my goals, and I started thinking more about my future. I began to invest in real estate and in myself. I rose to vice president of a financial institution but decided to give entrepreneurship a try. As I ventured into a new world, I worked tirelessly until I was hit by a drunk driver, causing me to lose my four-year-old nephew. I had to learn to walk again. I am picking up the pieces again, learning, exploring, grieving, but finding hope and gratitude in the little things in life."