One of the most anticipated moments for the followers of Martha, Cuba's most viral grandmother, and her "grandson" Ariel Ramos Perdomo, has been their farewell. This emotional moment was shared through a video posted this Wednesday on social media.
The unique relationship between this grandmother and the young man she considers her grandson, which thousands of followers have enjoyed through social media, was equally incredible and singular in their farewell. It was filled with the expected mischief and comedy, and above all, the deep love they have for each other.
Ariel chose a quote from Charles Darwin to accompany the video posted on Instagram: "We stopped looking for monsters under the bed to discover they were inside us."
"The truth always manages to break through hilariously and victoriously," the young man also noted.
The video begins with a startling declaration from the grandson to his grandmother: they've been living together for four years, and she has never seen what he does for a living.
Their farewell started with a dedication of an aquatic dance, precisely Ariel's profession, while she enjoyed an ice cream.
Next, one of the most emotional conversations between them followed, beginning with a phrase from Ariel to his grandmother: "You know I'm going to miss you?"
"What can I do? And I will miss you too," Martha responds, who then added, "I can't go with you, I don't want to go."
And after the emotional moment, the comedic touch that has always been present in their videos emerged.
When Martha affirmed she didn't want to go to the United States, not even for a visit, her grandson replied, "Do you know how much food we're going to eat there? The 400 pounds we're going to gain there?"
With the spontaneity that made her famous, she responded, "You guys gain it."
Later, she confessed that she would indeed miss him, but even then, she wouldn't go to the United States, and at that moment, although discreetly, a few tears were shed.
"Then the only thing left for me is to help you," Ariel said, to which his grandmother responded, "That, yes."
"Do you know this might be the last video we make?" the young man said. "And what are we going to do?" the grandmother expressed.
At that moment, Ariel's tears fell, and probably along with him, many other people cried through their mobile screens.
They then ended the video in the purest style of grandmother Martha and her grandson Ariel: dancing conga.
The video closed with a beautiful image and message: "There will never be an Ariel without Martha."
Last Sunday, Ariel arrived in the United States. "Thanks to everyone, and especially to you, YG Insurance Solutions, freedom is something that has no price," he said on his Instagram account.
Since then, the thousands of followers who have followed the love between Martha and Ariel have been eagerly awaiting their statements.
This Tuesday, the young man explained in an interview with journalist Mario J. Pentón that he met Martha almost four years ago when he and his partner rented a house owned by Martha.
Ariel, who arrived this weekend in the state of Missouri thanks to the humanitarian parole program, explained that Martha is not his real grandmother, although he says he loves her as if she were and emphasized that she will continue to be a fundamental part of his life.
The Farewell Between Martha and Ariel: Key Questions Answered
The heartfelt farewell between Martha and Ariel has touched many and left several questions in the minds of their followers. Here are some key questions and answers about their relationship and future.
How did Martha and Ariel meet?
Ariel met Martha almost four years ago when he and his partner rented a house owned by Martha.
Is Martha Ariel's real grandmother?
No, Martha is not Ariel's real grandmother, but he loves her as if she were and she will continue to be a fundamental part of his life.
What was the emotional highlight of their farewell video?
The emotional highlight was when Ariel told Martha he would miss her, and despite her initial comedic response, both shed tears, revealing the deep love they have for each other.
What message did Ariel leave on Instagram after arriving in the U.S.?
Ariel thanked everyone, especially YG Insurance Solutions, and expressed that freedom is priceless.