In it International airport of the Americas Dr. José Francisco Peña Gómez (AILA), the wait of family members for their loved ones was diverse and emotional this December 24, day of Christmas Eve and eve of Christmas.
The Dominicans were not only received by a person, but by brothers, parents, grandparents and cousins. Some chose to be more detail-oriented and waited for their relatives or couples with flowers and balloon arrangements.
The affection was felt every time a passenger crossed the starting area, where the numbers immediately multiplied. hugskisses and, at certain moments, tears.
Thus, between tearswas received Nathaniel Rodriguezwho resides in Texas and had 10 years without coming to the country.
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“Now the moment arose and I took advantage of it,” said Rodríguez, indicating that I longed to return to your country and enjoy “the dominican flag“—rice, beans and meat—, as well as roast pork herein Christmas Eve.
Also, Christian Acevedoresident in atlantahad five years without visiting the country.
“The only thing I want is to share with my family, “if the Lord allows me”said. Regarding food, he made it clear that he misses it a lot and that he plans to eat “even mango.”
From Bahamas arrive Javi Miguelwho works in that country and had nine months without coming He said he usually returns every December to spend the festivities and that usually leaves in January.
While Miguel Sosaresident in New Jerseyhad one year outside the country. He assured that he is a lover of pork and that he hopes to “enjoy and enjoy” his stay in the Dominican Republic.
with more relatives arrive Rafael Ortizcoming from BronxNew York, with his wife and children, who had three years without stepping on Quisqueyan soil.
“We will last as long as a month in the country and we hope enjoy a lot and eat everything,” Ortiz said.
Arelis Diaz had two years who does not visit the country and decided to return to do domestic tourismaccompanied by her two daughters. For this one Christmas EveArelis had defined the menu she wants to enjoy: pigeon peas with roast pork and green salad.
In addition, Sandra Solano and his sisters, residents in Pennsylvaniathey had four years without coming to Dominican Republic.
“Now we were given the opportunity to see our mother, the familyto everyone“, they expressed.
- From Spain they arrived Jose Ramon BritoStephanie María Montero, Javier Montero and a minor, who were expected by several relativesfrom grandparents until cousins. As expected, there was no shortage of hugs.
While the Dominican arrived as a surprise Miriam Carolinawho has more than four years living in Miami. He said that he took advantage of these dates to return to the country and surprise his loved ones.
“I had not been able to come for many years Christmas to my country, to see the ‘cacudos’ of my children and nephews everyone“, he expressed.
Kedwin Fernandez He was received by his mother, Yissel Díaz, who upon seeing him immediately hugged him and did not let go of his arm.
Fernández, resident in Louisianasaid he couldn’t miss one Christmas outside her country, in addition to celebrating the recent birth of her baby.
“A real Santa”
In terms of creativity, the award went to Eddy MarteDominican-American resident in West Palm Beach, Miamiwho decided to send first to his daughters so that they could share with the family in the country and he arrives this day disguised as Santa Clauswith bags of giftshat, full suit and even a horn with christmas music.
All the interviewees, and others with whom it was not possible to talk due to the rush, shared similarities: many suitcases and a face that lit up happiness when crossing the exit area of the AILA and reunite with your loved ones.
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