Part Two: Maria speaks of transition, settling into Richmond, and her dreams of bringing more Mexican culture to her adopted city!

Part one of two: Maria sits down with Alison and translator Kaitlyn to talk about family, her move to Richmond, and ways she believes we can incorporate more Mexican culture into the town she has grown to love and appreciate!

Being in the Navy

In summary of this interview sometimes the military isn’t for everybody but for some people. It’s all about how you deal with your certain situation when you’re in the military. Mentally and physically you have to be strong.

Grandma’s memories of thanksgiving and gardening

Disscussion of family history with a focus on agriculture and Thanksgiving, leading into a discussion of current traditions and my family's relationship to agriculture.

Struggles within the LGBTQ and Adopted community.

We talk about her experience in these communities and how she feels about certain topics about being adopted and gay.

My Mom

What was talked about was family and people who influenced others in diffrent ways

New Media Project: StoryCorps – Samuel Tappan

I interview my friend Anthony about his life, hobbies, and passions.