The TikTok user @xxxtextaxiion, known as Solach, has touched the hearts of many after sharing an emotional video revealing her pain over being separated from her children. Currently residing in Massachusetts, the Cuban mother posted the video on her son's birthday, lamenting the almost four years of separation.
"You can't imagine how terrible I feel. Today my child turns 10, he's in Cuba, and it's been nearly four years since I last saw or hugged him," Solach tearfully confessed. She explained that she had left her two children in Cuba with the hope of achieving the "American dream," but now her deepest wish is to return to her homeland and reunite with her family.
The American Dream Turned Sour
"I came to the United States chasing the American dream... and now my dream is to go back to my country, to see my children, my mom, my family, to hug them," she expressed with nostalgia in her heartfelt video. Solach also shared that the loneliness she experiences in her current life is overwhelming: "Here, I have no one. The loneliness is killing me."
Support and Solidarity from the Community
The video, which features the instrumental song "Boundless Worship" by Josué Novais in the background, has sparked a wave of support among TikTok users. Many could relate to her suffering and left messages of encouragement, emphasizing that emigration, while challenging, is a sacrifice many Cuban mothers endure for their children's well-being.
"I understand you, dear. I'm in your situation; we have to be strong, soon we'll have them with us," one user wrote. Another commented, "I don't know you, but as a mother, I can feel your pain. Stay strong." Others shared their experiences: "I went through this 23 years ago. Back then, there was no internet, only calling cards... it was tough, but I made it. My son joined me after six years of trying."
A Shared Struggle
Solach's story tragically highlights a common reality for thousands of Cubans who, in search of a better life abroad, face the heartache of being separated from their loved ones. The Cuban migration drama continues to leave deep scars on families, particularly for those like Solach who strive to maintain connections with their loved ones while building a future in distant lands.