Mark Gutierrez - American Filipino, By Edgardo Cerón

One of my closest friends, Mark Gutierrez, is a perfect example of a Filipino American. Mark lived about an hour outside of the Manila, Philippines from birth until he was 10 years old, then immigrated to the United States and spent the next 10 years assimilating into the great society of America, specifically the Bay Area. While living here Mark has not only successfully assimilated into the new culture, but he also kept strong roots with the Philippines and the culture that he was raised with.

In the interview it is plain  to see judging from Mark's answers that the differences of the Philippines and America are extremely significant and range from physical differences to mental and an all around different way of living. 

The questions I asked did not have too much relation to one another, although these were questions that sparked interest in me and the answers were not disappointing. Mark and I hope that you take as much interest in the interview as much as we did.

You can view the video at https://youtube.com/watch?v=8rc2imV9TOc

Enjoy.