Nathyy Zaldivar Toro, a Cuban residing in the United States, has deeply touched many with a TikTok video where she reveals the pain of spending Christmas apart from her children. The video, which has garnered hundreds of reactions, features Nathyy explaining why she doesn't feel the urge to decorate or celebrate Christmas while her children remain in Cuba. "What kind of Christmas am I celebrating without my family?" she questions, stating that she'd rather save the money for holiday decorations to send gifts to her children so they can have a "beautiful Christmas."
For Nathyy, the holiday season, rather than being a time of joy, is a source of sadness. "I can't see myself buying a Christmas tree, decorating my entire house... if I don't have Christmas," she candidly confesses. Her personal decision has struck a chord with many of her followers, who find themselves in similar situations and resonate with her words.
The reactions from users were swift, with many taking the opportunity to share their own stories of nostalgia and sadness during this time of year. "You're absolutely right, it's very hard and sad; Christmas doesn't exist for me without my daughter," commented one user. Another Cuban mother added, "I didn't even want to buy decorations because I get very nostalgic during those days." Nathyy responded, "I feel the same way, I don't have Christmas at this time; what I have is sadness."
Other users highlighted the sacrifice of being far from their families and how the holidays only intensify their sorrow. "The festive season is very sad, especially Christmas, being away from our children; I suffer every year," a follower admitted. Another comment read, "Literally, without my daughters, I have no happiness."
Despite the melancholy, some also expressed support and hope for Nathyy, wishing she could be reunited with her loved ones soon. "You'll have them with you soon, and Christmas is just another date; what's important is being with family," one user wrote. Another added, "God will allow you to be with them here soon, Nathy."
The video by Nathyy Zaldivar Toro has resonated with many Cubans experiencing family separation, reminding them that, for them, the true celebrations will come when their loved ones are finally reunited.