My story starts during the pandemic when everything was uncertain and stressful. Despite witnessing my parents’ worries, I believed God had a plan for me. One night, while my mom relaxed on the porch with her favorite drink, I was in the kitchen experimenting with recipes and making chamoy for personal use. I shared my secret chamoy candy recipe with my mom, and she was thrilled! She posted about it on social media, and the response was immediate. People were excited and asked if we were selling them. Initially, I hesitated, knowing we were all struggling, but decided to share the joy of my candies instead. To my surprise, orders started pouring in, and people asked for deliveries. My parents and I prayed about it and decided to pursue it. Soon, my kitchen became our office. My mom handled advertising and social media, my dad managed finances and packaging, and my brother sorted and supported. My business has flourished, and I’ve met wonderful people like Connie, who has been a true blessing. Attending WHI has deepened my understanding of business, and I’ve gained immense respect for self-made and Latina entrepreneurs.