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- From Argentina | En USA Newspaper
Volver FROM ARGENTINA By Carlos Madama - Argentina BALANCE (AND FOOD) OF LIFE December is inherently a time for reflection. The approach of the end-of-year holidays inevitably leads us to review those matters that are always reserved for this month, so similar yet so different from the others. Is December perhaps the last month of life? Why then don't we take stock in March, July, or any other month? The answers lie with each and every one of us in this blessed world. Let's acknowledge, however, that in Argentina, due to the social, political, and economic instability that plagued the country for so long, balance sheets always went unnoticed, because everything was negative, no matter what month it was. Now with considerable stability and with so many palpable desires to dream and plan, families are preparing to enjoy the most beautiful and healthy thing in life, which is to reunite with loved ones. Traditionally, the last month of the year inspires people to release pent-up joy and spread it in various ways. In fact, it's very common for coworkers to organize gatherings, usually by two or three of them, who arrange a good restaurant for a lavish meal, a good bar to continue the party afterward, and another good place to go dancing and end the night—a night that surely won't be repeated for another year. Corporate outings are a long-established practice that fosters integration among company personnel regardless of their positions. At these gatherings, there are no bosses, no managers, and certainly no junior staff; everyone is treated equally, making fun the true constant, transcending any awkward hierarchies. Hundreds of years ago, the English poet Edward Young wrote a statement that could easily be applied to the previous comment. Young said, "The fortune of the rich, the glory of heroes, the majesty of kings, all end in the same place," and that's precisely what it's about: being equal, even if only for that hot night (in Argentina) when everything else fades into the background. Christmas Eve dinners are also a celebration within the holidays. Organizing the meal, choosing the house to celebrate at, and inviting family members to each take charge of a special part of the table are all part of the festivities. Everything has to be clear, and there's no room for duplicate dishes, much less for any of the traditional Christmas foods to be missing. We all know, and even accept, that this is one of the great incongruities of every December holiday, because the amount of food, however varied, contrasts and contrasts with what is served throughout the rest of the year, but according to the organizers of these banquets, this point is non-negotiable. So, we welcome the month where everything seems to end, and which we hardly reproach. A brand new year will soon arrive, with new hopes and the one who will have to take charge of all our plans and desires, and where there will also be leftover food from last year. Carlos Madama
- From my Window | En USA Newspaper
Volver FROM MY WINDOW By Mercedes Moresco December today I've noticed that lately December starts in November. Faster and faster. I can't even gather the pumpkins and skeletons for Halloween before some neighbors put inflatable reindeer out to graze in their yards. Here, December doesn't just arrive; it knocks on the door and walks right through. When I lived in Argentina, December began on the 8th, the Day of the Virgin, when we put up the tree and decorated it with multicolored ornaments. Here it's different. If I wait until the 8th, I probably won't find anything in the stores but the leftover decorations that nobody wants. By then, you can't find anything. That's why, as an immigrant, I've adapted to this general anxiety, and although I try to wait until the end of the month, you can almost certainly see the tree in my house by December 1st. Besides, I recognize that it's a good idea to take advantage of this long Thanksgiving weekend and decorate with Christmas spirit. This last part has become more complicated over the years. When the boys were little, they loved helping me at Christmas, hanging up decorations, writing letters to Santa. But my children grew up. If it were up to my husband, there wouldn't be a tree or stars in the house, let alone lights hanging from the ceiling or trees. So I'm the one who climbs the ladder, tries to even out the decorations, and despite my lack of skill at decorating, I try to give my house a Christmas feel. Because I love it. I love December and the cooler weather, the carols, the general joy. I'm one of those people. Yes. My family, though not very helpful, enjoys the spectacle. Sometimes Luz, the youngest, makes time out of her youth to help me, but I usually put it up and take it down myself. And while I'm doing it, I think about how a year has passed, then another, how many things I didn't do and how many I did, how I didn't finish this or start that. And then come the slips of paper with wishes: next year I'm going to, I want this, I want that, and so the tree fills up with promises and dreams. December is a demanding month. It demands reflection. And for many, it's a thorn in their side, something annoying that's best left over quickly, something to jump over like a barbed-wire fence, trying not to get pricked. For my part, my Piscean nature, or perhaps my coming of age, prevents me from remembering exactly what I set out to do at the beginning of this year. Maybe because I don't take resolutions that seriously, maybe because I've learned that although one proposes, God disposes, so it's more about doing what one can with what fate has dealt. I leave with my readers all my December joy, this kind of naiveté that floods me at this time of year, a bit like going back to being that little girl who hung the star on top of the tree, and maybe I'll infect you with it too. Happy holidays to all, and may January, a much kinder and more productive month than December, find you with renewed energy. Mercedes Soledad Moresco, Writer Follow me on Instagram @mermoresco Mercedes Moresco
- League of Women Voters | En USA Newspaper
Volver LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF BROWARD COUNTY By Mónica Elliott Don't mess with mail-in voting At hearings before the Florida House and Senate committees in October, Florida Secretary of State Cory Byrd declared that elections in Florida are safe and transparent—and a model of election administration! This included mail-in voting, a process that worked successfully for nearly a third of Broward County voters in 2024. As the Florida Legislature begins its deliberations in January 2026, the League of Women Voters is requesting that mail-in voting remain as it is. It works, so don't change something that already works! We are concerned that some of the election bills introduced in 2025, which would have dismantled mail-in voting, will be reintroduced in 2026. The legislature should not make it harder for voters to use mail-in voting. Instead, it should increase funding to help our Election Supervisors be more proactive in educating the public about mail-in voting in 2026. Most voters are unaware that they must request a NEW vote-by-mail ballot to use that method of voting in 2026. Only a few cities in Broward County will hold municipal elections in March, but there will be no early voting for these elections. If you cannot vote in person on Election Day in March, the only way to make your voice heard is with a vote-by-mail ballot. More education is also needed on how to properly complete a mail-in ballot. Voters make mistakes that ultimately result in their vote not being counted. The most common mistake is failing to sign the outside of the envelope where the completed ballot is placed. Voting by mail is convenient, but you must follow the instructions. The League's other request regarding the election concerns funding. We request that, in the budget process, election administration at the state and county levels be fully funded. With increased security, additional paperwork, cybersecurity threats, and other challenges, Supervisor of Elections offices throughout the state must be funded to ensure safe, transparent, and fair elections, so that Florida remains a model for the rest of the country.
- EVERY INMIGRANT HAS THEIR OWN STORY | En USA Newspaper
Volver FLORIDA By En USA news From a young age she felt great passion through books and stories She was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and came to the United States in 2001 with her first two children, and her next two were born here. Her greatest pride since arriving in this country is that all her children are bilingual. “I love Spanish, I love my country, and I wanted my children to not lose it. Language transmits identity and culture, and I am proud to have preserved that in our family.” She founded her Spanish school, Educating America, here in Broward in September 2004. She has been one of our writers for more than 20 years. This month in “Every Hispanic Immigrant Has Their Story,” we present the story of Mercedes Soledad Moresco, who studied Literature for five years at the Catholic University of Argentina (UCA) and worked as a literature professor in her native Argentina. She has also been one of our writers for over 20 years. How did he develop his passion for language and literature? From a very young age, I felt a great passion for books and stories. My mother introduced me to the Robin Hood collection, very popular in my generation, with characters like the pirate Sandokan and the Tigers of Malaysia. According to my mother, my love for books began even before I could walk. Why are they moving to the United States? At the end of 2000, my husband was working for the Wendy's fast-food chain. The company closed its operations in Argentina, and they offered him a position with the US corporation, which was impossible to refuse. We moved in 2001 with our two young children, and I was pregnant with my third child. Later, we had our youngest daughter. Who has influenced her the most? As a young woman, a high school literature teacher was a key figure in my life, introducing me to the great names in literature. She was an exemplary teacher, principal, and headmistress. Her name is Nene Pastor, and I will be eternally grateful to her. As a writer, I have been influenced by authors who still have a place in my library today: Julio Cortázar as a novelist and Alejandra Pizarnik as a poet. What motivates you in your work? At Educating America, I'm motivated by learning itself. Seeing how students progress, how to improve teaching strategies, and how I also learn from them every day—that's what I'm deeply passionate about. What was your first job in your home country? At Esquiu School, as a literature teacher. The headmistress at that time was Nene Pastor. I was 23 years old when she called me to create a new subject: a literary workshop for fifth-year students, 17-year-old kids. How do you see the needs in your community where you currently reside? I still believe there needs to be more Spanish. There are many children of Spanish-speaking families who don't speak the language. It remains a significant need in our community. What professional advice would you give? The same advice I always give my children: Study what you love. Today, many young people choose careers only thinking about money, but true success comes when there is passion. What does he do in his free time? I really enjoy sports, especially playing tennis, which I'm currently practicing quite intensely. I also love to dance, sing, and, of course, read. What do you do in your daily work? I get up very early and use the early morning hours to write. These are the moments when I can be with myself and make some progress, even if just a little. Then the intense pace of the day begins: work, school, classes. The Educating America Spanish School is fundamental in my life, and I dedicate practically all day to it. I stay active through sports and my daily life. What has been your greatest source of pride since arriving in the United States? Without a doubt, my greatest achievement has been raising my children to be bilingual. They arrived very young, and back then, more than 20 years ago, Spanish wasn't taught much in schools. They learned English very quickly and started speaking it among themselves. For me, that was something I couldn't allow. I love Spanish, I love my country and my culture, and I didn't want them to lose it. Language also transmits identity and culture, and I feel deeply proud to have preserved that in our family. And to close our interview, Mercedes told us that one of her proudest moments was when her youngest daughter, Luz, born here in 2006, received the Bilingualism Medal at school. “I felt I had fulfilled my mission of raising my four children to be bilingual,” she said. De América is concerned that it remains a monolingual country and that they still don't realize the strength and importance that Spanish is having in the country and how important it is to speak two languages. He considers himself very sentimental. “As one gets older, one realizes the path one has taken in life and the important things that lie within it. “I don’t think I would ever undo anything in my life. What’s done is done, and I wouldn’t go back. You learn from everything, from everything.”
- Between Quotation Marks | En USA Newspaper
Volver BETWEEN QUOTATION MARKS By Ernesto Morales Alpizar ARTIFICIAL IGNORANCE In these times of Artificial Intelligence, I feel compelled to write a little about ignorance. This condition is not the product of any effort, but rather the result of not paying due attention to the world around us. Hence, there are those who prefer simple entertainment to the curiosity of those who want to learn about history and other interesting subjects that lead us to knowledge and, therefore, to develop and direct our talent and intelligence in better ways. From this combination of factors inevitably arises the much-discussed Artificial Intelligence, which is nothing more than an internet application that allows us to verify the information we receive daily and helps us by exploring human cognitive functions such as training, logic, and reflection in problem-solving. It relates to systems that reach our environment and process data that help us make decisions and act accordingly toward a specific goal, sometimes even using algorithms to analyze data and verify our experiences. Conversely, there is also—in my opinion—Artificial Ignorance, which stifles talent, and many who possess it boast of it, believing they have knowledge unknown to others. This is a grave mistake. Ignorance will never haunt the minds of intelligent people or simply those with common sense. Ignorance can boast of its lack of information, education, and culture because it is unaware of the ups and downs of talent. A talented person doesn't need to constantly tell others, "I know what I'm doing." On the contrary, ignorant people never realize their incompetence and under no circumstances let their guard down to preserve it. This is because they don't fully understand why they are at a lower level than the average person in society—that is, their neighbors, colleagues, and other circles they've entered by chance. The culprit for this unfortunate disparity is possibly genetics, but be very careful when making a definitive diagnosis. Sometimes stupidity lurks somewhere, and their neurons can't control its flow through the meninges that surround their brains. It is necessary to add that those who belong to this group that operates within Natural Ignorance, the kind we discussed in previous paragraphs, do not necessarily possess any trace of malice. On the contrary, in many cases, those who make up this unbalanced circle are none other than those whose nobility hinders their intentions to such an extent that they are incapable of causing even the slightest harm to others. Of course, neither are the fortunate ignorant, those who have been able to accumulate diverse knowledge throughout their lives, helping them to live somewhat more informed and, therefore, more perceptive when making decisions as they journey through life, thus avoiding harming others. So much so, that sometimes—though it may seem contradictory—they also tend to accumulate enough common sense, acquired from their daily reading and information in the press and other sources—suggested by people they respect—and as a result, they become extremely measured and cautious when it comes to taking sides. It would be appropriate to briefly mention current Artificial Intelligence, which, for various reasons, sometimes relegates us to the background. Is this new medium of information and instruction perhaps the foundation upon which the pillars of future thought will be built? Will we have enough time to control it and, in some way, take advantage of it in multiple topics and disciplines? From what I have seen, heard, and experienced: we must wait and see! We are awakening to a world where the criteria that have governed society until now will soon be obsolete, if not impractical. Human intelligence and talent go hand in hand with this new dawn of knowledge, and therefore we must be cautious when making decisions. Prudence, moderation, and other aspects of the personality of the social entity we represent—both individually and as a group—must be closely linked to the experience gained from these new alternatives. Meanwhile, I recommend that you try to study these new social profiles in depth so that you won't be caught off guard by any circumstances that may arise. Artificial Intelligence is a new achievement of the level of civilization we have reached with the crutches of technology and science, and it would be truly sad to throw away what we have achieved in various fields simply to readily accept what specialized technical destiny has in store for us. Learning is never a bad thing, and who knows, you might even become one of those experts out there promoting the idea of embracing new applications to improve your understanding of the things life throws your way. But that doesn't mean you have to discard what you already know about the internet and the various functions of any specialized application. So, accepting your natural ignorance is simply about embracing the new set of techniques that the future has placed in your path. Of course, it would never hurt to be vigilant about the knowledge you acquire as you progress through these technological intricacies, so as not to get lost in labyrinths that could later damage the points of view you have acquired up to that point through other, less sophisticated and profound means. From what I have been able to experience, Artificial Intelligence is here to stay in our environment and, in the meantime, it is sweeping away other criteria related to the experience you may have acquired up to this point. Remember that, from certain perspectives, we are creatures of habit, and it never hurts to know where the latest scientific and technological advancements are headed. Until then, be one of those we are compelled to ask from time to time: "Where is the wheel of life turning, the wheel that leads us to the future?" Ernesto Morales
- New Woman | En USA Newspaper
Volver NEW WOMAN By Noris Capin It's Christmas! Christmas is a religious and cultural holiday celebrated in December—as we all know—a day to commemorate the birth of Jesus by joining in a radiant time of lights—a time traditionally reserved for welcoming family and friends in an act of boundless kindness and love… How wonderful Christmas is, my friends! How the streets shine! The decorated houses are temples of contagious joy and sadness, especially when Christmas carols are heard: laughter, nostalgia for absent family: parents who are no longer present around the table, friends who have left, and the homeland. It's a torrent of sensations and feelings unleashed, especially in these crucial times where displacement is endless, and fear, or worse, terror, pervades our lives in these unpredictable times. It's terrible that the country's immigrants have to hide during this holy and wondrous Christmas. Every time I see a horrific robbery on television, my bones shudder and I feel fear, sadness, and humiliation because of the assaults and beatings that immigrants in this nation, which was once "a wonderful land of immigrants," are subjected to. This Christmas, please let the abuses, oppressions, and injustices stop. It's Christmas! It's a time for love and perseverance! The Archdiocese of Miami, the seat of the Catholic Church—where I also write my columns and my Diocesan blog—is against the abuse of immigrants. What great pain I feel! It's Christmas! The birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, Son of Man, a time for piety to reign and spread, opening paths of light, love, and consideration for children. It's Christmas! A time to foster peace, mercy, and reconciliation among all people. Here is my song: Merry Christmas A good time, the enormous loneliness, the poem as nourishment, breathing as sustenance on this clear day of fresh and holy Christmas. Nothing is visible on the horizon anymore, but everything is blooming. Everything brightens up; even in the midst of a storm, there is joy. at the large, long family table: the uncles, the grandparents, My cousins, my parents sitting at the end of the table. A nostalgic, sorrowful day, remembering those They are no longer giving away their smiles and hugs. Like the family tree of so many lives Some arrive and others depart; the memory flies far away. It expands, in a serene, jovial, full proximity of smiles and songs. A magnificent era born from paradise sunny, the immense fortune of goodwill, of conceived sympathy, engendered by itself in new shoots. Christmas grants us eternity and hope, life. and light, instant of peace, like glorious flight of the angels. From my book “Born on an Island” Noris Capin Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger. Luke 2:11-12
- Policy | En USA Newspaper
Volver POLICY By Luis Miranda Cartographer of the invisible Editor's note: In celebration of the Christmas holidays, we would like to invite our readers to discover the feeling of poetry that celebrates the joy of living by reading "Epicurean Dreams," a book currently available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and other online sites. We include a sample of one of his poems and a critical note about his work. Her stories paint emotional landscapes—lost loves, half-remembered cities, specters of childhood—that hover just beyond the tangible. Each tale feels like an act of excavation, unearthing the delicate threads that bind identity to dreams, exile to return. Luis Alberto Miranda writes like someone who has learned to converse with silence, with the shifting light of the tropics, and with the complex geography of memory. From South Florida—where the Atlantic breeze carries echoes of distant shores—his voice emerges as a serene yet persistent meditation on belonging, desire, and the subtle stirrings of the soul. His work inhabits that liminal space where language becomes both refuge and revelation. In Epicurean Dreams, her poetry unfolds with a sensual intelligence, intertwining pleasure and reflection in a single breath. Miranda does not pursue excess, but rather a refined hedonism: the gentle tremor of joy, the intimate ritual of living, the sacred stillness that follows longing. Her verses suggest that happiness is not a spectacle, but a cadence, a way of listening attentively to the self and to time. In Geography of the Invisible, a collection of short stories, Miranda becomes both narrator and cartographer, charting maps of the unseen. His stories depict emotional territories—lost loves, half-remembered cities, specters of childhood—that float just beyond the tangible. Each story feels like an act of excavation, unearthing the delicate threads that bind identity to dreams, exile to return. In another of his works, García Márquez, Joyce, and I, Miranda orchestrates a personal dialogue with two monumental figures of world literature, revealing not imitation, but intellectual complicity. Through this intertextual communion, he situates himself within a lineage of writers who understand that reality is porous and that true art resides in the fusion of imagination and lived experience. Luis Alberto Miranda is, above all, a writer of thresholds. His prose and poetry whisper of migrations—geographic and emotional—roots that stretch across oceans, and the persistent human need to narrate one's own journey through the invisible. In his pages, South Florida ceases to be a mere place and becomes a state of heightened sensitivity where language blossoms into memory and memory into art. Little Suns ©: You filled my night with little suns silvered by the moon... I wanted to continue dreaming clinging to the wild territory of your skin, to experience the fevers that only your nakedness knows how to soothe. Through the cracks of feeling The rays were seeping in of the harbor lights and the feline moans that caresses produce were growing until the bodies are exhausted at dawn. Ports packed seaside brothels the shadow of the bodies repeating at all thresholds of the night where love It's just a word to express the desires and desire. But you you were floating on the water surrounded by snakes in the common place of envy and in surrealism of the landscape. Reason and feeling they didn't come together when I drew you in my memory to record your gestures and your laughter. You were Diana after the hunt and Venus before and after lust, Artemis the punisher to his "voyeur", Leda deceived by the swan, unfaithful wife and compassionate lover. You filled my night with little suns silvered by the moon in the midst of uncertainty of forms and appearances With your dedication you achieved the impossible, setting fire to my existence recreating nothingness in one night. With the myth of eternal return the gods of Olympus They brought us back to this uncertainty of things where we are left alone, ambiguous and contradictory lying on the sand of our broken dreams. Luis Miranda
- Family Rodeo | En USA Newspaper
Volver FLORIDA By En USA news A family-friendly rodeo that attracts more fans Davie, in Broward County, has a unique and iconic spot: its aptly named "Cowboy Town," where competitors and champions in the sport parade. The Weekley Brothers Davie Pro Rodeo, which has gained national recognition for its rodeos, attracts not only locals but also international visitors. They have showcased top-notch animals, cowboys, and cowgirls to compete in national championships. Their events are well worth attending. Visit davieprorodeo.com for details on upcoming events.
- Editorial December N° 274 En USA Newspaper 2025
Por Judith Crocker Volver EDITORIAL By Judith Crocker What we learned, what we experienced in 2025 and what's coming in 2026 As we say goodbye to 2025, it is natural to pause and reflect on what we have achieved as a community and also on what, for various reasons, we were unable to accomplish. This year was marked by significant changes in our daily lives. Families grew, projects moved forward with effort, others had to adapt to the pace of reality, and economic and social challenges reminded us of the importance of resilience and solidarity. As a community, we accomplished a great deal. We adapted, supported our local businesses, attended community events, cared for our families, and persevered, even when uncertainty weighed heavily. Sometimes, those accomplishments don't make headlines in our monthly newspaper, En USA, which has been circulating in Broward for 24 years, but they are what sustain real progress. There were also initiatives left pending that will have to wait, goals that weren't met on schedule, and difficult decisions that required patience. Far from being failures, these moments offer valuable lessons and allow us to rethink priorities for the future. 2025 reminded us that progress doesn't always mean moving quickly, but rather moving with purpose. That growth is built on consistency, dialogue, and collective commitment. And that every step, no matter how small, counts. From this local community media outlet in the USA, we thank our readers, contributors, and advertisers for their support throughout the year. Your trust motivates us to continue informing, connecting, covering events in our county, and strengthening the bonds that unite us. We look toward 2026 with hope, with clear lessons learned, and with a firm commitment to continue being a close, informative, and representative voice for our community. We will remain connected to our community by offering useful information, publishing interviews with ordinary people from our area, and promoting short videos of experiences and stories from our Broward municipalities on our social media channels. Because if we proved anything in 2025, it's that together we continue to form a good team that allows us to move forward. Out of gallery
- Coffee with Djinji | En USA Newspaper
Djinji Crocker Volver COFFEE WITH DJINJI By Djinji Crocker Real Estate Market Summary 2025 and Outlook for 2026 in Florida The South Florida real estate market in 2025 showed a clear transition toward a more balanced environment. Following the accelerated boom of the pandemic era, a moderate slowdown in sales and price growth was recorded, accompanied by a significant increase in inventory. In counties like Miami-Dade (+44%) and Broward (+46%), this increase gave buyers more options and greater negotiating power. Although areas like Broward saw a decline in sales and average prices, other segments—especially the luxury market—registered strong appreciations driven by high-income buyers and business relocations. Single-family homes remained stronger than condominiums, while the latter faced challenges stemming from new state regulations, increased mandatory reserves, and structural inspections, putting pressure on prices and costs for owners. Outlook towards the beginning of 2026 Looking ahead to 2026, Florida's housing market continues to adjust healthily. At the end of 2025, the Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark interest rate in September and October, contributing to a slight improvement in market confidence. Even so, mortgage rates remain around 6.3%, and insurance costs continue to pose an affordability challenge. In October 2025, the median price of single-family homes in Florida was $411,000, reflecting a year-over-year decrease of 1%, while condominiums and townhomes fell by approximately 5%. Inventory stood at 5.1 months, approaching a more balanced market, though still below what is considered a “normal” level. Despite these adjustments, Florida remains one of the states with the highest internal migration, which sustains demand and prevents sharp price drops. Well-valued properties continue to sell within a reasonable timeframe—around 54 days on average—and multiple listings are still occurring in strategic locations, although less frequently than in previous years. In the new construction sector, demand has moderated, but Florida continues to lead the nation in sales of planned communities. Construction times have stretched to between 9 and 12 months due to labor shortages, leading many buyers to opt for newly built homes on the resale market, even paying prices close to the asking price. In conclusion, the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026 confirm a more rational, competitive, and strategic real estate market. While affordability challenges persist, Florida maintains a solid foundation thanks to population growth, business relocation, and sustained demand. Opportunities remain for well-prepared buyers and sellers with realistic expectations, looking ahead with optimism and attention to what 2026 will bring for the Florida real estate market. Sincerely, Your Real Estate Agent, Djinji Crocker
- The Story in a Nativity Scene | En USA Newspaper
Volver FLORIDA By En USA news The Story in a Nativity Scene We invite you to visit the Nativity scene with its biblical scenes at different times. It is on display Saturdays and Sundays from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm in Weston, Broward County. Those interested in admiring this elaborate display can contact Soledy Lara at 954-632-9488 to confirm their visit. This Nativity scene is an artistic representation of the life of Jesus. It is made in a 12" x 12" area at a 5" scale. It consists of more than 20 biblical scenes, beginning as follows: -Annunciation of the Angel Gabriel to Mary- -Mary's visit to her cousin Elizabeth -Joseph's first dream -Mary and Joseph's Betrothal -The Three Wise Men following the route to the Star of Bethlehem -Registration, Road to Bethlehem -Seeking Lodging -Birth in the Stable -Joseph's Second Dream -Flight to Egypt -Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River -First Miracle: Wedding at Cana, and some other miracles depicted on his journey -Entry into Jerusalem, (Palm Sunday) -Jesus washes the feet of the Apostles as a sign of Humility -Last Supper,-Jesus on the Mount of Olives -Condemnation-Coronation -Way of the Cross, with the cross on his shoulders and Mary always by his side -Simon helps Jesus with the weight of the cross -Veronica wipes the face of Jesus on the way to Calvary -The Crucifixion on Golgotha -Scene known as the Deposition of Christ or Seventh Sorrow of Mary, and the work culminates with the scene of The Resurrection. Along the path of this story, we will find more than 360 figures of villagers, Roman soldiers, and numerous animals performing typical tasks of the time, such as herding, fishing, pottery, carpentry, milking, and others. There are also squares, water wells, and various well-stocked markets This artwork was created by Soledy Lara














