ago and is keen to note the talents of others who have been through similar experiences, like ricardo torres, who's been here for four months. the 23-year-old came to the u.s. alone. most of his family is still on the island. like many in his situation, he's nervous talking about u.s.-cuba relations. he tells us he hopes any changes are positive for both countries. he especially wants change for cuba, its people and his family. >> like ricardo, diaz made the difficult decision to defect to the u.s. she left her friends and family behind to pursue a dancing career, but has a clear goal in mind for the future. >> my ultimate hope and dream is that my family joins me here in the united states. even if the situation were to get better in cuba, but i realize it's a personal decision, and i would understand if they didn't want to leave their country. >> in all the brandon city ballet is home to three cuban dancers who recently defected. they came to the u.s. for a better life, but like those who came before them, are realistic about the pace of change. >> it's going to take time from both countrie