This is Juan’s abuelita (grandmother), Señora Alba. She is a wife, mother, grandmother AND great-grandmother!

Her husband, Don Raul, suffered a debilitating stroke five years ago. Nonetheless, the love that she emanates and gives to Don Raul is the same, if not more, than when they married over 50 years ago. Sra. Alba is a strong, proud, loving, giving, kind and amazing human being.

Having lost my sweet Meme a few months ago, there’s something about Sra. Alba that reminds me of my Meme. I can’t put my finger on whether it’s physical, spiritual or emotional, but there’s a closeness I feel with Sra. Alba that’s very unique.