My ancestor I will be calling upon during this festival is my mother, Theresa. She was a true matriarch! Strong, powerful, wise, and a natural leader. From an early age, she taught me some of life’s most valuable lessons: resilience, integrity, compassion, and the importance of standing firmly in who I am. Her guidance continues to shape the woman I am today, and her presence is still felt in the way I move through this world. Though she is deeply missed, her legacy lives on through me and the generations that follow. I honor her with love, gratitude, and reverence during this sacred time. 🕊️🤍