“In my almost 45 years, this is the first time I find myself in a new city—not for work, visiting family, or taking a vacation—and that feels overwhelming,” says Darío. “Even so, I thank God for His protection."“After more than three days of near-constant travel, my wife, our baby, and I finally arrived in Nogales. Spending December far from family was never part of our plan. Back home in Cuernavaca, December is a cherished time, filled with weekly gatherings where our entire family reconnects, …Read More

“A year ago around this time, we were all together at our ranch, decorating the altar for our loved ones. My grandmother, already 90 but still strong, was guiding us on where to place the photos of my uncles, great-grandparents, cousins, and other family members who had already passed on to another realm. Of course, I saved what I thought was the nicest spot to place my brother's photo with his hot coffee and brioche-style bread called pan de muerto. My brother, Alexis, would wake up every …Read More