"Being Hmong means that you strive forward not just for yourself, you strive forward remembering your past..." -Chef Yia Vang As we celebrate Hmong New Year this month, it's important to reflect on who we are and where we come from, the stories of our families and ancestors. I spoke with Hmong people here in Iowa about what Hmong New Year means to them, about how history keeps them rooted, even as we continue to see more and more Hmong mainstream success. Also a part of this conversation are Joh