1-Chilean Souvenir: It is a reminder of my country of origin and where my family comes from. I have it on my desk so that every time I look at it I remember my family that is in Chile and all the fun times I have spent with them.
2- Chilean Soccer Jersey: It represent the Chilean spirit that is alive all over the world. There aren't many of us (only 17 million!) but where ever you go you will always find a group of Chileans hanging out. Here in Austin I hang out with a group of Chileans and we usually get together to play soccer and celebrate Chileanism. For example, for Chile's Independence Day (September 18th) we got together and ate lots of Chilean food and drinks like Pastel de Choclo, Asado, mote con huesillo, and pisco sour.
3- Soccer Ball: I love to play soccer and have done so since very little. But I also believe that soccer is not just a sport but an international language. For example, I have done lots of traveling and in all of those places I have been able to join in a street pick up game. I have been able to play and celebrate with them even though we do not even speak the same language.
4- Barcelona FC Scarf: I associate this scarf with my family. 50 years ago, my grandfather decided that he was a fan of Barcelona, and he instilled that passion for the team in all of his descendants. So today, while many of us may not see eye to eye on things, we always come together and support that one team when it is playing.
5- Project Shirt: This is the shirt of the organization I am most involved with, The Project. With this organization, I have really found a home in UT and a place where I fit in. I am currently the Logistics Chair and I enjoy doing my work for Project because I really believe in its cause and because it has provided me with so much. Through it, I have meet some amazing people that are awesome to work with and make great friends.
Luisito! It's so funny that we hang out all the time and I can just see these 5 items totally defining you. You're always loud and proud about the fact that you're from Chile and that you love soccer. I can't tell you enough how awesome you are in Project and how much I'm enjoying having you as a fellow Chair! Project really is home sweet home :)
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