An attempt to sell a refrigerator in Cuba unexpectedly turned into a social media sensation. What started as a simple post in the Facebook group "Revolico Holguín Aquí No Se Venden Papas" quickly became a hilarious and widely discussed incident among Cubans.
Rosa Mary Leyva Suárez, the group administrator, was trying to sell a refrigerator but made a critical blunder. Instead of sending a photo of the appliance, she accidentally sent an intimate image. Though this is a Cuban joke, it plays on a scenario that could very well happen.
Upon realizing her mistake, Rosa Mary hastily posted an apology, filled with spelling errors, as if she were extremely flustered: "Attention, by accident. I'm embarrassed but a little while ago I sent a picture of my private parts to a member of this group when I meant to send a photo of a refrigerator I'm selling. I lost his contact and didn't notice the name, I just know his last name is Peña. Please, Mr. Peña, if you're reading this, I apologize and ask you to delete the photo, thank you. If anyone knows him, please let me know so I can contact him, thank you," Rosa Mary wrote.
This public admission fueled a wave of witty comments, showcasing Cuban humor at its best. Social media users were quick to react, with one person reassuring Rosa Mary: "Don't worry, if your face isn't in it, it could be anyone." Another woman seized the opportunity to advertise a fridge she had at home: "I'm selling a fridge too."
Laughing users claimed to have already seen Peña's post, joking that "he wanted a refrigerator, not a heater." Some even requested to see the infamous photo to "assess the condition of the appliance" before deciding whether to proceed with the purchase.
The humor kept flowing, with one user noting that if Peña hadn't faced trouble at home, it was only because his wife hadn't seen his phone. Journalist Ernesto Morales chimed in with a question on everyone's mind: "How does Peña convince his wife, photo in hand, that he doesn't know the woman and that what he asked to see was a refrigerator?"
Comedian Jorge Bacallao Guerra predicted that after this episode, refrigerator sales would come with specific requests for photos "of the appliance," from every conceivable angle.
Amidst the comments, questions arose about whether the refrigerator was new or "intensively used," as the "product" seemed to have generated more interest than any online offer.
"There are thousands of Peñas. I checked the group's members. There are 255,000 members, and Peña is probably the most common last name. Imagine how many Peñas there are among 255,000 people," Rosa Mary lamented, resigned to the idea that her photo might circulate in the virtual world indefinitely.
Some remarked that Rosa Mary's "equipment" had become a new achievement of the revolution. This tale, which oscillates between the absurd and the amusing, leaves us with one conclusion: In Cuba, even the most embarrassing blunders become a source of laughter.
Cuban Social Media Incident FAQs
What caused the refrigerator sale in Cuba to go viral?
The sale became a sensation after the seller, Rosa Mary Leyva Suárez, mistakenly sent an intimate photo instead of a picture of the refrigerator, sparking humorous reactions on social media.
How did the public react to the incident?
The public responded with typical Cuban wit, making jokes and comments that added to the humor of the situation, and some even took the opportunity to advertise their own items.
Did the incident have any consequences for the seller?
While the incident led to widespread amusement, it's unclear if there were any personal repercussions for Rosa Mary. The situation highlighted her error, but also showcased the lighthearted nature of Cuban humor.