Senior, Jasmine Gosalvez was born and brought up in the United States, but comes from a Bolivian background. Gosalvez says that Thanksgiving is great because her entire family gets together to appreciate each other and have a meal together.

“I am thankful for the people and things in my life all year round, but Thanksgiving is a great way to get together with family and friends to celebrate America as well as the blessings in our lives,” Gosalvez said.

Although Gosalvez is originally from Bolivia, most of her family was born in the United States and she has seen the others adapt to the cultures and holidays of the United States and make them their own. She says that the best part about Thanksgiving apart from the getting together with family is the food.

“The best part of Thanksgiving is definetly the food, because it is like an all you can eat buffet and the leftovers are amazing,” Gosalvez said. “Turkey and sweet potatoes are my absolute favorite just like everyone elses in my family.”

Although Goslavez and her family make the best of each American holiday; having relatives over on Thanksgiving day certaintly brings in Bolivian vibes as well, and the day just becomes so much more exciting.

“Most of my family lives in the United States and having relatives over is a great opportunity for my siblings and I to interact with those who live a bit far,” Gosalvez said.