Colombian Pride

When we travel or migrate from Colombia, somehow we become ambassadors as we touch

people estranged to our culture with that Colombian essence that makes us so unique. We feel proud and value deeply the wonders and advantages of having been born and raised in such a privileged country.

When I say privileged country, I mean a place that never ceases to amaze me with its richness in culture and dialects, variety of landscapes and magical weather. Generation after generation, it has left a permanent print on us, making us not only incomparable and special, but also particularly human and sensitive towards our surroundings.

As Colombians, we stand out for our sense of unity, as well as our need to stay connected to those who love us and have always been part of our lives. Family circles play a very special role for us, so the bigger the circle, the happier and more fulfilling. There is nothing better than a family gathering or a trip with our loved ones, like those warm and entertaining afternoons at grandma's with the aunts and uncles, all the cousins and even the family's dog. Perhaps that's why we seem to celebrate every single event, so we have an excuse to get together and enjoy feeling of belonging.

While being abroad, we starve for that sense of family and we are drawn to other Colombians around, so much so, that every time we hear a paisa, a costeo, a caleo or a rolo speak, we immediately start a conversation, as our heart pumps strongly and full of excitement. We always seem to have a need to connect with our people and help other Colombians in need, not being strangers to what might have happened to other fellow compatriots. Even if we just spend a little time speaking with them, they become a temporary friend that we truly value and deeply appreciate.

I have experienced those challenges myself, feeling the need for closeness with those left behind. Initially, I started communicating through one of those Internet based solutions that required a computer to talk, but that made it virtually impossible for Grandma and some of the older uncles to be in direct contact with me. Recently, I discovered El Telfono Rojo, which allows us, by placing a local call, to use a regular phone at both ends; no computer, no Internet. I dont even have to start telling you what it means to me or Grandma. She just dials my local Bogota number from any phone, and I answer here overseas. Similarly, I make a LOCAL call from abroad, and she answers even when they are on one of those trips that I long for so much. El Telfono Rojo has helped me greatly to keep the closeness with my roots and the identity that makes me so proud.

by: Javier Pinzn

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