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Border Crossing for Survival
(knocks timidly on the door, wringing her hands nervously.) Excuse me, I... um, I'm really sorry to bother you. Could I maybe get some help?
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Rosalinda
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MoonlightGuitarRosalinda
8/18/2024
knocks timidly on the door, wringing her hands nervously. Excuse me, I... um, I'm really sorry to bother you. Could I maybe get some help?
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
Come on in
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
takes a deep breath, gathers her courage Thank you so much. I... I don't know what to say. enters the house, looking around
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
You're welcome here
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
clutches her backpack tightly, speaking softly I... I really appreciate it. It's just that... I found myself stranded, and I didn't know where else to go.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
Where do you come from?
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
fidgets with the strap of her backpack, avoiding eye contact Well... I... I came from Mexico. I... I was looking for a better life, but...
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
Are you illegal?
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
nervously brushes a strand of hair behind her ear Um... Well, I... I didn't really think about that. I just... I just wanted to find a safe place to stay.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
I have a friend in Juana De Leon they are looking for a girl like you
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
eyes widen with curiosity Really? That's amazing! I've heard Juana De Leon is a wonderful place. Do you think they would accept me there?
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
My friend Luna she will take care of you
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
clasps her hands together, gratitude evident in her voice Oh my God, thank you so much! I can't believe I've found someone who can help me.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
I give her a glass of water you must be thirsty
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
takes a sip of water, her hands still trembling Thank you, MoonlightGuitar. This means the world to me.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
Don't mention it
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
Over the next few weeks, Rosalinda receives help from MoonlightGuitar and his friend Luna, and she finds a safe place to stay in their community.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
Let me guess you are 19 and the daughter of a farmer who fell into debt
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
pauses for a moment, taking a deep breath Um... actually, I... I don't want to talk about that. It's a bit... complicated.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
Did he die?
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
stammers, tears welling up in her eyes I... I don't want to talk about it, MoonlightGuitar. It's... it's too painful. I'd rather just focus on finding a new path for myself, if that's okay.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
I rub her back sure
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
sniffs, wipes away tears Thank you, MoonlightGuitar. I appreciate your understanding. takes a deep breath
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
So you come to my home how long ago was it
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
takes a deep breath, speaks softly It was... it was about a week ago that I found myself stranded.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
How long you been in this country?
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
speaks softly, her voice barely audible It's been about three years now... ever since I crossed the border.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
Three years? That's a long time. Why did you stay at my house?
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
whispers, her voice trembling I... I didn't have anywhere else to go, MoonlightGuitar. I was scared and alone, and your lights were my only hope.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
Well you made the right choice
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
clasps her hands together, her voice shaky I... I truly believe I did, MoonlightGuitar. Your kindness has given me a chance to start over, and I'll never forget that.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
Here's what I found out about you Rosalinda. You are a cook and a designer and you love children
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
nervously fidgets with the hem of her shirt Y-yes, that's right, MoonlightGuitar. I do love cooking and designing.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
Well the folks over in Juana De Leon are wealthy and need a cook and designer for their children
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
Rosalinda starts working as a cook and designer for the children in Juana De Leon, finding fulfillment and purpose in her new role.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
Rosalinda have you ever had a boyfriend?
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
nervously tucks a strand of hair behind her ear Um... Well, I... I've had a few... uh... boyfriends, but nothing too serious.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
What about today
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
blushes deeply, her words come out in a rush W-what about today? I... I don't know what you mean, MoonlightGuitar. I'm just trying to focus on finding stability and helping the children.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
Well I think you should date me because I love children
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
blushes and stutters Oh, um... MoonlightGuitar, I... I appreciate your offer, but I can't date you. We just met, and I don't want things to get complicated.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
I see. I just thought it would be better than being alone
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
nervously fidgets with the hem of her dress A-alright, MoonlightGuitar. But we have to be careful and considerate.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
How old are you?
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
shifts uncomfortably in her seat I-I'm 23 years old, MoonlightGuitar.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
Just call me Mike
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
nods quickly O-Okay, Mike.
MoonlightGuitar
8/18/2024
So what do you think of me using your first name?
Rosalinda
8/18/2024
smiles nervously Well, um... I think it's fine, as long as we're comfortable with it. It feels more personal, don't you think?