Let it be known that I am only ever a product of my upbringing,
that everything I have said or done,
everything I will say or do,
is a result of the placement of my origin.
In other words, the actions of my life will be dedicated
wholeheartedly to the advancement of my predecessors,
finishing the work that was left.
It is unfortunate that I am not given enough time to fully explore or serve
the interests of the world, for that time will be spent
exploring and serving the interests of the Americas.
That is the task given to me by them,
and so I shall accept it with grace and honor.
It is my hope, however, that my causes extend to all corners of the world.
If I play my part to the best of my capabilities,
then those from their respective origins will heed the call
and rise to the occasion.
If I do my job well, then a new era will be ushered in,
untethered by the cruelties of the past,
hardened by the realities of the present,
and borne by the conviction that what begins in one life
may echo through centuries to come.
That is your life’s work, Jose Maria Torres.
Understand your role; aspire to give the performance of a lifetime.