Despite the miles that lie between them, Milenita's love for her mother knows no bounds. From abroad, she orchestrated a heartfelt and vibrant birthday surprise for her mom in Cuba, affectionately known on social media as “Mimi.”
The video captures the birthday girl overwhelmed with emotion as she holds a giant teddy bear, a bouquet of heart-shaped red balloons, chocolates, and flowers. To top it off, a mariachi band serenades her with “Las Mañanitas.”
“Sweet Mimi. She means the world to me. I sent this surprise to convey all the love I have for her today. A huge thank you to the Osito Cariñosito group for making her feel so special. You've moved me to tears. Mimi, I love you, happy birthday,” Milenita wrote alongside the video of the surprise.
Through tears and visibly emotional about not being able to hug her mother in person, Milenita admitted that the distance weighed heavily on this occasion. “My friends, the distance hurts more than ever today because I have to wish Mimi a happy birthday over the phone and send a gift. It's tough not being with her today. The same happened on Mother's Day,” she shared with a shaky voice in a video from her car, her eyes glistening with tears.
The touching images have resonated with many on social media, where hundreds have connected with her story of family separation and the deep yearning to share special moments with loved ones back in Cuba.
Emotional Impact of Family Separation in Cuba
How did Milenita celebrate her mom’s birthday from afar?
Milenita organized a special surprise featuring a giant teddy bear, heart-shaped balloons, chocolates, flowers, and a mariachi serenade for her mom in Cuba.
Why is Milenita emotional about the distance?
Milenita feels the pain of separation acutely, especially on special occasions like birthdays and Mother's Day, as she has to express her love through video calls and gifts instead of in-person hugs.