Under the light of my stars

About the Book

This book has family stories that date back from 1875 to the present. Stories that took place at the rancherías (rural settlements) in the region of los Altos de Jalisco, Mexico, during and after the Cristero revolution. It recounts the ways of living, celebrations, and disciplines passed on from one generation to the next. The experiences of immigrant people and the challenges and opportunities they encounter in the United States. It talks about the pain families experience when they lose a loved one in another country and cannot physically be by their side. This book depicts the story of an unexpected accident and what happens in the “unconscious” mind of a dying person. It talks about how some human beings see life and death. There are testimonies of people who had dared to dream and achieve their dreams. A large family learned to heal the wounds from their past and it shares how they live after accomplishing their emotional healing.

About the Author

Antonia was born in Mexico. She lives with her husband in the city of Carson, California. Her two daughters, Ydania and Cristina and her grandchildren, Nelson and Noah have inspired her to undergo a personal transformation and make positive changes in her life. Her motivation is the hope that all of them will live a healthy life, having worked with all the areas of their lives. When she began opening her heart, she understood that childhood wounds and traumas were the filter through which she perceived the world. She understood that behind every person there is always a reason why they are the way they are. When Antonia found this knowledge, she stopped feeling like a victim and thanked the people and experiences of her childhood. All those experiences were the ones that had to occur in order for her to become the person she is today. She transformed those experiences into personal well-being; for herself and for the future generations. She loves her family and dreams that all human beings find their truth. This truth will set them free and allow them to be truly happy. Antonia always liked to write since she was a little girl. Nowadays she spends time writing reflections and thoughts. Writing this book was an unforgettable experience.