About Christmas

 My first Latino Christmas and one of the highlights of the year.

I forgot what it felt like to be included in a group of people without discomfort or lectures request.

I also forgot how it was when someone was too ashamed to mention me, or even introduce me, to their family circle.

Finally, I forgot what it was that hugs were, and how it felt when someone tells you face-to-face they consider you a friend and appreciate you.

Damn, that night played a number on me.

No, actually, being in the place where I am played a goddamn number on me.

Damn.