Response to Family Loyalty

In response to some of the comments about family loyalty, I wanted to bring this up here, and see what you all think, even though this is posted under comments as well: It's interesting how everyone would do the same as Enrique in a similar situation. I for one would not- if my mother was away, I would somehow try to accept that- she made a conscious decision to leave. Though it may be against her will, she acted in a way she thought was best. I'm not saying it would be easy, but I am saying that being loyal CAN mean letting someone go, if that is their decision.

Enrique's motivation

As I continue to read through this book (about more and more of the hardships and triumphs enrique encounters) I thought to myself- 'is this journey the same as it was in the beginning?' What I mean is, Enrique started out wanting to get to his mother, and I don't doubt this is his main objective. However, I wonder, after all the experiences he's had, how PERSONAL this journey has become. Is he moving on out of a sense of personal determination? I know if I'd endured as much as he has, I'd want to make it to the United States, just to prove I could! Of course, I'm sure his mother is the main reason he continues, but I wonder if anyone else would feel like this? I'd also welcome comments on how much one would be willing to risk just to see antoher person?What comes first, you or someone else? Who are we more concerned with? Do we NEED someone so much that we're willing to risk everything?
P.S. I tried this before but was unsuccessful. Hope this link works now...