The atmosphere was charged with protests and political distress, making the departure all the more poignant. Leaving behind loved ones in the midst of such turmoil was an indescribable pain. However, it was through this adversity that I found solace and healing in my art. As a form of catharsis, my creative expression became a means of processing the complexities of my emotions and carrying on with the resilience that defines my journey as a Venezuelan immigrant.