Miguel Maseos gets a call from his mother in Spain every few weeks.

They talk about the family, whatever is happening in her life.

And some years ago Miguel, who is a senior producer for all things considered,

started a documentary project.

And he asked his mother questions he had never asked her before.

When you went to the hospital, I said I didn't believe it.

His mother says that she never quite believed that Miguel had left Spain for good.

That no one ever thinks that their son is not going to come back when they leave.

She says she even feels like crying, just talking about it.

And today, Miguel's mother feels that the United States is as much Miguel's homeland as Spain and Seville.

Miguel has lived here for over two decades, and his story of migration is in some ways unique,

but also similar to that of many immigrants.

Over the years, he has wondered time and time again about his decision to leave his country

and whether to return one day.

And that brings up other questions for him about the decisions we make in life

and how to live with those choices.

Consider this.

What are the emotional consequences of emigrating to a different country?

And does it take a lifelong emotional toll?

From NPR, I'm Elsa Chang. It's Monday, May 30.

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