“Use your common sense,” countered Mr. Castillo. “This country is good as long as you don’t start offending people. Try to look confident.” Never get drunk and pass out in the bushes at Home Depot, he said. This is against the law.
Whenever plagued by doubt or confusion while living in the United States, there is one simple rule, Mr. Castillo said.
“Always remember how much you have suffered to get here. If you forget how much you suffered, you will be sent back.”
From The Everymigrant’s Guide to Crossing the Border Illegally