Den-Yul Vuh-Lez

“Some dudes make their mind a prison. I like living outside of bars. If we're different, that's fine with me”
― Adam Silvera, More Happy Than Not

“In some ways, I think that part of what I’m trying to accomplish—whether Amá really understands it or not—is to live for her, Apá, and Olga. It’s not that I’m living life for them, exactly, but I have so many choices they’ve never had, and I feel like I can do so much with what I’ve been given. What a waste their journey would be if I just settled for a dull, mediocre life. Maybe one day they’ll realize that.”
― Erika L. Sánchez, I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter

“Anti-role models are just as enlightening”
― Adam Silvera, More Happy Than Not

“Looking at all the cities and towns below reminds me of borders, which remind me of Esteban and his perfect white teeth. Part of me wonders if he will ever cross over here. It’s his dream to live in the U.S., but I almost wish he won’t. Even if he makes it alive, this place is not the promised land for everyone.”
― Erika L. Sánchez, I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter