The family unit is at the center of the social structure for Mexicans. It's a duty and responsibility to maintain the relations that are rooted deep in the hearts. The ties that bind them can never be truly erased. As life has it's challenges and nothing is ever perfect you can be sure the strong connection to family is ever present. There is a deep sense of pride to value the ones who will always love and support you because you are, "familia". As it is said, "Blood is thicker than water".