Being a stereo-typical, corn-fed, midwestern born, middle aged, white guy I feel that I can fit right in and contribute to the diversity that is the city of Houston. Living in one of the most diverse cities in these United States, I take great pride in bringing my unique culture to the masses.
That may sound rather silly, but in a very weird sense it is true. Because of the diversity of this city, I feel that everyone can contribute their own particular brand of culture to the melting pot and have it appreciated.
This past weekend I was (as usual) at Miller Outdoor for a Cinco de Mayo celebration that featured Los Lobos. It included an emcee that is a television host from one of the spanish speaking stations and the best part... he spoke mainly in spanish to the crowd. Oh sure... he interrupted his spiel to inform the english speakers in the audience what he was saying, but we were there for a Cinco de Mayo celebration which is a major Mexican holiday. So naturally, the prime focus of the presentation should be Mexican - including the speeches.
I guess it goes back to the heart of this city - diversity. There seems to be a cultural celebration of some sort going on here every weekend and that is marvelous. There is a restaurant for basically any nationality here (check out the Bosnian cuisine at Cafe Pita) and every year most nationalities have a festival. You really cannot beat it.
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