It happened with Kalani and Asuelu. It was mentioned to Danielle when Yohan wanted to move to the U.S. Now, it’s Manuel demanding it from Ashley.
I understand that it’s a cultural thing, but why do parents want to put this kind of stress on their children? I feel like it’s a tradition that’s been passed down and since they did it for their parents, it is just expected. Even just a grace period to help them get on their feet before they start sending $200 or $300 a month could alleviate the stress.
I’m from Canada and it’s extremely financially hard here, I couldn’t imagine sending money to anyone every month. I don’t know exactly how it is in the U.S., but I would think $300 is still a lot for anyone to send monthly. Not to mention, these people only have one source of income since the person coming can’t legally work until they get their green card. I know that it’s really a lack of communication on their end, but it really seems that the family is demanding as well, like it is incredibly toxic. Is this a normal thing or is it just exaggerated for T.V.?
So I like … live those situations in real life.
My boyfriends cousin and aunt come over here to America on a visa, work for cash and save it all up, ~6 months, and then go back to Mexico and don’t have to work.
The hurricane that just passed thru Acapulco ruined my cousins house, so now he’s back here working to rebuild the house. It is 100% a cultural thing that I will not understand. My boyfriends grandma, who doesn’t work and is in the hospital more often than not, also sends money to her brothers on the farm in Mexico. Even tho the only money she has is from having sold her house 8 years ago. They spend the money on bullshit but she sends it anyway. Our dollar here is worth more than a Mexican peso, so around $1200 USD will get you an apartment , bills paid, and still having money left over, that sets you up for a year.