In a heartwarming gesture that has captured the attention of social media, a Cuban woman in the United States delighted her American coworker with a profoundly meaningful gift: a chain featuring a pendant of Cuba adorned with the national flag's colors. This touching moment took place in a workplace kitchen, possibly in a restaurant or café in the U.S., where the two colleagues work together.
In a video shared by @anislachina90 on TikTok, the young woman can be seen giving the chain to her coworker with excitement, exclaiming, “We’re going to make him Cuban.” The coworker, visibly moved, graciously accepts the gift and allows her to place the pendant around his neck, amidst smiles and hugs. One follower commented, "Now he's truly Cuban," emphasizing the act's symbolic nature.
The video quickly went viral, garnering thousands of views and comments from users who praised the heartfelt gesture and camaraderie shared between the two. Many highlighted the joy and pride with which Cubans share their culture wherever they go, even through small gestures like this one.
One user noted, “That’s what it means to be Cuban, sharing who we are with the world.” Another commented, “It’s beautiful to see how we carry Cuba in our hearts and share it with love.”
Such everyday interactions offer a glimpse into the soul of the Cuban diaspora, which keeps its cultural symbols and identity alive even when far from the island.