A Cuban mother living in the United States made an emotional return to her homeland to fulfill a heartfelt promise to the Virgin of Charity, Cuba's patron saint. Her promise was a gesture of gratitude for the protection she received during her migration and the reunion with her daughter on American soil.
In a video shared on TikTok by the user @yeniacubita, the touching moment is captured as the mother and daughter ascend the steps of the El Cobre sanctuary in Santiago de Cuba, bearing an offering for the revered image.
"Since my journey to the USA, I vowed to the Virgin of Charity that if everything went well with my daughter and me, I would bring her an offering during our first visit back to Cuba," the visibly moved Cuban woman explained.
She recounted making her plea from the depths of her heart, with her daughter by her side, highlighting the strength of maternal feelings and her unwavering faith in the Virgin. "She understands a mother's emotions. I asked with all my heart, with my daughter beside me, thanking her for all her blessings," she affirmed.
The video has resonated with hundreds of users, who relate to the faith and gratitude expressed in this act of devotion. The Virgin of Charity serves as a spiritual guide for many Cubans, particularly during challenging times, and her sanctuary is a frequent destination for pilgrims.
This fulfilled promise by an immigrant mother underscores the unbreakable bond many Cubans maintain with their homeland, traditions, and faith, despite the miles that separate them.