With great emotion, shouts of joy, and happiness, a Cuban woman reacted upon discovering that her mother's humanitarian parole had been approved. The moment, captured on video and shared on TikTok, quickly went viral. The video, posted by @imperio.nail, captures the exact instant when she learns of her mother's parole approval, and her reaction couldn't be more exuberant.
Amid screams of joy, she flings the glasses she has on her head and starts jumping while clutching her head in disbelief. This emotional scene unfolds as she attends to a client in her nail salon. Undoubtedly, it is a moment filled with raw emotions that this woman will never forget. She explained the reason for her reaction in the same video, saying, "Today marks exactly one month since my mother arrived, thanks to God, my daughters, and the parole program. We had been waiting for a year and three months. I know my reaction was over the top, but it was something unique and hard to explain. My youngest daughter turned 18 that same week, and the only thing she wished for was her grandmother's parole approval. That dream, that wish, came true."
The video has gone viral, amassing over 400,000 views on TikTok and more than a thousand comments. "Only those who have experienced that emotion know what it feels like. I was approved with my husband and son in three months, and I was even worse," one comment reads. "I think I'll react the same way the day my daughter's parole is approved. My God, what a blessing," says another. "I know what it feels like...I reacted the same way," "Only a Cuban understands this desperation; it's a mix of everything," and "You have to live through it to understand; only Cubans know," are just a few of the comments reacting to this video.
Understanding the Emotions Behind Parole Approvals
The following questions and answers provide insight into the emotional and practical aspects of parole approvals, particularly for Cubans.
What is a humanitarian parole?
Humanitarian parole allows individuals to enter the United States for urgent humanitarian reasons or significant public benefit. It is often used in situations where standard visa processes are too slow or unavailable.
Why is parole approval so emotional for Cubans?
For many Cubans, parole approval represents a significant relief from prolonged separation from family members. Given the political and economic struggles in Cuba, reuniting with loved ones in a place with better opportunities is a profoundly emotional experience.
How long does it typically take to get humanitarian parole approved?
The processing time for humanitarian parole can vary widely, ranging from a few months to over a year, depending on the specifics of the case and the urgency of the humanitarian need.