How does this theme develop over the course of "One Thousand Miles"? It is important to appreciate one's family despite the differences that may exist between family members.

Alejandro is frustrated with his family because they are too loud for him, but through interactions with his mother, cousins, and Abuela, he realizes that they are nevertheless important to him.

Alejandro isn't looking forward to visiting his extended family because they are too loud, but once he gets there and starts playing soccer with Marco and Javier, he realizes they have many things in common.

Alejandro wants to get away from his family, but when Abuela Lola cheers him up, he realizes that his life in Mexico is quite lonely without his cousins nearby.

Alejandro is exhausted by his loud family, but when his mother explains to him why family is important to her, he realizes he was being selfish and unrealistic and starts to enjoy being with them.