A mother's reaction in Cuba upon receiving the washing machine she had long desired from her daughter

A Cuban mother becomes emotional upon receiving a washing machine sent by her daughter from abroad, in a viral video that highlights the economic challenges in Cuba and the support from family members overseas.


A video posted on TikTok has moved thousands on social media by capturing the touching moment when a mother in Cuba receives a washing machine as a gift, sent by her daughter from abroad.

"The reaction of my mom when I sent her the washing machine she wanted so much," the young woman commented on her TikTok account @amelus10, alongside a video that has garnered thousands of views and excited comments from users touched by the heartfelt gesture.

In the video, a Cuban mother is seen opening a package and discovering the appliance inside, unable to contain her emotion. Her spontaneous and joyful reaction has been applauded by users around the world, highlighting the significant impact of gifts sent from abroad in a context where the scarcity of essential goods and appliances continues to affect many families on the island.

The scene has particularly resonated with Cubans, who identify with the story of those outside the island seeking to support their loved ones by sending items that ease daily life amid the challenging economic conditions facing the country.

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Yare Grau

Originally from Cuba, I now live in Spain. I studied Social Communication at the University of Havana and later graduated in Audiovisual Communication at the University of Valencia. I am currently part of the CiberCuba team as a writer in the Entertainment section.


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