Our Story

Many of you have known us separately and most of you have known us together. Our journey began in 2011, upon meeting while students at a local Cuban dance school here in Atlanta, GA. It is in this space of dance, that our friendship grew and evolved into a special bond and love. In 2014, we were joined by our community of family and friends as we exchanged vows to journey this life hand in hand. We established our home in the beloved community in South Atlanta, Mandy had been part of for 6 years prior. It is here Antonio joined the community, bringing with him his understanding of neighboring countries, from his earlier years in his hometown in Mexico. And now, as we near our 10th year of marriage, and with our two children, we are a blessed family: surrounded by friends and family who are always there to share in our joys and to support however and whenever the need arises.

While we understood Antonio’s immigration journey would be part of our collective story, we weren’t clear in the details of how. Embarking on the legal proceedings of obtaining his visa was one we delayed out of fear. Fear of separation, fear of cost, fear we could experience even a portion of the horrors that many, who embark on this journey, experience.