If you remember any or all of these scenarios, you definitely grew up Latino or have friends that are Latinos.
1. Every time you got hurt, it was healed with "sana sana colita de rana".
yes, a frogs tail heals all wounds.
2. You greet people with a kiss on the cheek.
everyone.
3. You grew up watching Sabado Gigante, El Gordo y la Flaca, and of course Primer Impacto.
Is it really a Saturday if you didn't see Don Francisco? He hasn't really aged much since you were a child.
4. A stove is used to store pots and pans.
5. You experienced travelers clapping as the plane landed and you just sit in your seat.
6. Latinos know how to party, and will party until 7 the next morning.
We kick people out because we want to sleep. Also, grab a broom and sweep on your way out.
7. You live on rice and coffee.
8. When you pass a church, you must do the sign of the cross.
9. You always got "la bendición" upon leaving the house or before bed.
10. You know you're in trouble when your mom is calling you by your full name.
You better run..
11. And "la chancla" is your worst enemy.
12. You're always late to everything.
6:30 means 8 for us.
13. When it's time to clean, there's always Spanish music playing.
Mom always has salsa playing at max volume.
These are just some of the many things many Latinos were raised doing but wouldn't change anything about it because we are proud!