A granddaughter who dreams of her. An illusion that prolongs life. Mary Lía Aristimuño died of blood cancer at the Manuel Núñez Tovar Hospital in Maturín. It happened one day in 2016, at a time when the healthcare center was already facing major shortages. Her sister Liamir was by her side during the most difficult hours. This is her testimony…
I learned about journalism in the newsrooms where my father used to take me. He also instilled on me a love of literature as he sang to me, read to me or told me about his experiences. I work as a professor at the Santa María University, which is also the place where I studied. I am the heterodox mom of humans and furry pets and I am becoming increasingly passionate about storytelling.