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Baby Girl Ginesa Roman was born.
I was born in New York City. My parents spoke both languages, although the use of Spanish was more frequent. -
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My Language History
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My Toddler Years In New York City
As a toddler my use of English was ascendent. English was becoming the dominant language. Spanish was spoken at home, -
My Primary Years In New York City Schools.
I lived in upper Manhattan, and attended a private school on the West side. I was exposed to English at school and Spanish at home. Spanish was spoken less and English was used more. -
My Middle School Years
My middle school years were the last I would have of New York. My parents bought a house in New Milford, New Jersey. The area I lived had no hispanics, My Spanish was becoming more recessive. -
My High School Years
During my high school years. Spanish was practiced at school. English was the only language spoken. The use of Spanish was not necessary. -
University Life
I attended William Paterson College in Wayne, New Jersey. I majored in Elementary Education from Kindergarten to Sixth grade. Those were the best years of my school life. English was still the dominant language,. I took Spanish to improve my reading and writing skillls. -
Graduation Day
Happy to graduate, but with mixed feelings. Sad leaving those I met behind, but looking forward to new beginnings. -
Relocation To Puerto Rico
I moved with my first born to Puerto Rico. I was happy , I had taken Spanish classes through high school and college. English was less spoken and Spanish was now the dominant language. -
Teaching Children
I am glad I kept both languages. English is still my dominant language and I do teach English in all my subjects. Luckily, I held on to my Spanish.
