Location: Miami, Florida, USA
I never intended on staying in Miami for almost 5 years. Truthfully, I wanted to make some money and then go back to Costa Rica to continue living with my girlfriend at the time. But that plan didn't happen.
Being here in Miami, I have learned that life is just a series of steps. And I have been reminded and humbled that before a baby can take a step he must crawl and to really move around his parents or guardians must help him do that.
Similarly, I was that baby in terms of finances, perspective on life, future plans and in many other ways.
Fortunately I was allowed the opportunity to "fail up", because my father has helped me with my living situation and also in paying for my education at Miami Dade College.
After having to humble myself I realized that it's ok to not have it all together all the time and it's ok to ask for help from your family members.
Now I have more appreciation for the little steps I take in life, because I know it wasn't just of my own effort, but from the effort of my family as well. And as I continue to take bigger steps in life, I will always be grounded by my time here in Miami.
