Out of the twelve criteria factors that indicate heritage consistency my mother, Irma Cruz meets ten out of the twelve (Spector 8th ed. Pp. 27-28 (Table 2-2)). Indicating that she is 83 % heritage consistent with her traditional culture. Irma Cruz’s parents are from Mexico. My mother speaks her native language which includes Spanish and the dialect of the area she grew up in. In addition, my mother engages in social activities such as Rosca De reyes, Dia de los Muertos, Dia de los Toros, Tres Reyes magos, and ballet folklórico. Involved in religious and cultural events, as well as stays in touch and visits extended family. Furthermore, she lives in an area where the majority of the population is the same ethnic background. Her name has not