Boynton Beach Community High School
by Santiago Hernan Viejo
Dreams give us the strength to keep moving forward, even when life takes us far away from the people we love. At the moment, I am living far from my home, and every day I carry with me the memory of my family, my friends, and even my pet. The reason I left was to search for a better life, with the hope of giving them everything they deserve. But distance has also made me understand how deeply I love them and how much I miss them.
My dream is simple: to be reunited with my family. Seeing my son smile every morning and watching him grow day by day. Having dinner with my wife every night. I miss the warm embrace of my mother, the laughter of my brothers, and the peace that comes from being at home with them. For me, success means nothing without the people who give meaning to my life. I also dream of the day when I can see my friends again. When we can laugh together, and remember old times. Even my pet is part of this dream, only with their presence fills life with joy and unconditional love.
My dream is not only money. It's about love, unity, and belonging. I want to create a life where my family and friends are close, where happiness is shared, and where love is stronger than distance. That dream is what keeps me going every single day and I will never stop working until it becomes real.
Adult Learner Santiago Hernan Viejo, Boynton Beach Community High School. Shown with Literacy Coalition CEO Kristin Calder, Fred Barch, Director School District of PBC, Department of Adult Education and Community Education, and Carlos Mahecha, CBS 12 Sinclair Broadcasting Group.