Cuban in the U.S. showcases her house under construction on the Island and triggers a hurricane of criticism: "It's my dream."

A Cuban woman living in the United States, identified on TikTok as Edianis (@yedianisyelianis), sparked conversation on social media after showcasing in a video how the construction of her house in Cuba is progressing. With images of the process and words filled with emotion, the creator stated that her project is “a dream in construction” and “a future for me and my loved ones.” What seemed like an inspiring moment ultimately turned into a real storm of criticism.

The video quickly filled with divided comments. On one side, those who applauded her for investing in her homeland and fulfilling a personal dream. On the other, a group that harshly questioned the decision, bringing up two topics that always spark debate: the risk of losing property in Cuba and the source of the money that makes such a large project possible.

Many recalled that on the Island "nothing is certain" and warned that even with proper documentation, the State could find excuses to declare a house illegal or seize it. The comments were filled with accounts of confiscations and warnings about the difficulties in justifying the purchase of materials, which raised concerns about the future of the project.

The economic aspect did not go unnoticed either. Several voices asserted that the true reason the project is progressing is because Edianis lives in the United States and can send money to Cuba, something that, according to them, would be unthinkable to achieve with a local salary. For some, the creator should openly acknowledge this and "thank" the country where she works; for others, what matters is her effort and the sacrifice of every dollar invested.

The harshest criticisms came in the form of sarcasm. Some accused her of “romanticizing life in Cuba,” others joked that she was building “a bunker,” and there were those who insisted that sooner or later “someone from the government would fall in love with the house and take it away.” There were also more practical warnings: showing so much on social media, they said, was “putting oneself on a silver platter” for envy and problems.

Among the most controversial comments were phrases like: “When you finish building it, put an American flag in front of the door and a sign that says thanks to the USA, I can live like regular people,” “Your speech is very nice, but in Cuba, even being an engineer, you can't have a house like that,” “Someone is going to like that house, and they'll take it from you; they never learn,” “I prefer to invest in any other country than in Cuba,” and “It looks like a bunker, but even that won't save you in Cuba: if they want to take it, they will.”

In the midst of all this commotion, Edianis remained calm. With a serene tone, she clarified that the house is being built on a property inherited from her husband's family and that every detail is being created “step by step, to our liking.” Moreover, she argued that it is not just about bricks, but a place with soul, with history, and with the hope for a future in her homeland.

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