Hi I am Andrea Cruz and was born and raised in Manhattan, El Barrio. I have a twin sister. Growing up inter-racial of a Puertorican mother and Italian father who we never knew of did not affect us in a negative way, instead we were very blessed living near Central park and had made close friendships that lead to dreams of the future. I currently live in the South Bronx now. I have an autistic son, whom I dedicate this book to. I am majoring in Childhood Education and will continue until I make it to assisting special needs children. My goals in the future while assisting teachers in order to obtain the experience, degrees, and knowledge to become one myself, I look forward to working hard for my children.