“This award is so much more than myself,” she said. “It represents a culture that wants to see themselves as heroes.” “My dad used to tell me to wake up each day and say, ‘I can and I will,'” she continued. “Well, dad, today’s a great day. I can and I did.” 5 Responses Mike January 12th, 2015 I saw your facebook post about her I did not know she was Boricua Reply Velma Ruiz January 12th, 2015 I cried. What a beautiful speech. Reply Evy January 12th, 2015 Her short – yet sweet speech was as moving as it was profound. Love this young Latina … not to mention our mothers share the same first name and our fathers a passion for the sport of boxing. I’m a fan! Reply Mika January 14th, 2015 Amazing Reply Tamisha Keeney July 25th, 2015 Hi Bianca, the contents existing at this blog are actually awesome. Well, keep up the good work. Reply Leave a Reply to Velma Ruiz Cancel ReplyYour email address will not be published.CommentName* Email* Website Δ
Evy January 12th, 2015 Her short – yet sweet speech was as moving as it was profound. Love this young Latina … not to mention our mothers share the same first name and our fathers a passion for the sport of boxing. I’m a fan! Reply
Tamisha Keeney July 25th, 2015 Hi Bianca, the contents existing at this blog are actually awesome. Well, keep up the good work. Reply
