Arlinda Ruiz

The ofrenda is my wall of memories dedicated

For Those that are no longer here in flesh but with me in spirit.

It was with you that I laughed, danced, shared celebrations and milestones. We even shared secrets and cried together.

Although your absence saddens me, I'm thankful to have met you.

You taught me many things,

Like never take life for granted and to always follow my heart.

ComO TE EXTRAÑo...graciAS por todo

My only solace is that I'LL SEE YOU  in my dreams

The backdrop of my wall is a newspaper. It's here that my worlds collide in the future and past. My wall is beautifully covered with photographs of my beloved loved ones, Great-grandmother, Grandmothers, aunt, uncles and even cousins. So many memories….so many beautiful thoughts.

You are my strength, the reason to continue.

And for all those I lost to the streets of Los Angeles….my daily struggle is in your memory. YOU DID NOT DIE IN VAIN. YOU matter to me and it's your fighting spunk that I carry with me, por VIDA. VOSLx13