Have you ever worked hard for something just to make some else's life better? In “Castro’s Speech” by Julian Castro, his grandmother works hard for her family considering she had to drop out of school in fourth grade. His grandma's work ethic created opportunity for Joaquin, Julian and their mother. However, in the memoir “Kipling and I” by Jesus Colon, he comes to America when he was sixteen. Since his parents weren’t with him, he uses a poem in place of them to inspire and motivate him everyday. Both articles share the theme that when you have opportunities, take advantage of them because this could create opportunity for other people or the future generation.

Even though the grandma wasn’t well educated, she created many