This collection of memories is inspired by a moment I had with my mom two years ago. My dad was sick in Mexico and I slept nex​​t to her like I used to when I was younger. We spent the night talking. She held me throughout the night, as she told me not to be afraid to fall in love and to dance. “Enamorate mija,” she said.
I remember thinking I wish I had a way to explain how much I love you.
The collection is about the love I have for my family, for girlhood, my culture, and our story. It’s about growing up with a big family in a small house. As it is an honor to be born into culture and love and these experiences are a part of our immigration story.
Each piece will follow a different sleeping arrangement I had growing up.