YouTube, USA TODAYSeeing your loved ones after being away for a long time is priceless!
Meet Juan Carlos
YouTube, USA TODAYJuan Carlos Rodriguez and his brother migrated to the United States from Mexico about 20 years ago.
A New Life
PexelsSince then, the two brothers have started their own families and established their careers in their new home.
Who They Left Behind
YouTube, USA TODAYSadly, their parents weren’t able to come with them to the United States so they had to endure not being able to see each other for a long time.
Mexican Culture
YouTube, USA TODAYFor Juan Carlos, it was hard to not be with his parents as he grew up. He said, “Family is everything and more for us. Mexicans always try to protect our parents. It was instilled in us at a young age in Mexico.”
Tough Times
PexelsJuan Carlos and his brother admitted that each Christmas was a reminder that their family wasn’t complete and the fact that getting their parents to the US wasn’t an option added more pain.
Unexpected News
PexelsHowever, fate finally went in their favor and they were able to book flights for their parents to the United States after 22 long years.
Waiting For Them
PexelsWhen the big day came, the two brothers waved and tried to catch the attention of their parents at the airport, and their reaction was something that will truly melt anyone’s heart.
The Awaited Reunion
YouTube, USA TODAYThe two men were sniffling and crying as they ran toward their parents. They gave them a huge hug like they were kids again. Juan Carlos said, “I was like a kid. In that moment what I wanted to do was hug my mom and hug my dad. They were happy. They couldn’t believe what was happening either.”
Watch the Rodriguezes’ emotional reunion in the video below.
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