The lights wrapped among the tree, and the stockings hung above the fireplace. My family gathers around to hear the story of baby Jesus. This time of joy is a family tradition that prospers in my culture. Numerous characteristics assemble my cultural identity, two of which consist of being a Christian and being respectful.

Christianity is the foundation of my cultural identity, I was born and raised in a Christian family. Through the years the faith has become my own decision, and I plan to to carry it on into the future generation. When I was younger, my family would go to church every Sunday. Those lessons have taught me so much. Here’s a quote that goes along with what I believe: “Religion sets rules, Jesus sets free” -Unknown. Although