Our first protest

 Hello everyone, welcome to my new blog :) 

Today we will talk about a picture that means a lot to me, so I will tell you why and how it was taken. 

First I want to mention that it means a lot because there I'm with my best friend, who I've missed a lot during the whole pandemic. He is the best person I know, and we share the same interests and aspirations in life.

Although we have a lot of pictures together, this specific one means a lot to me because it was taken during our first protest together, in 2019, at the social manifestations. It was a historic event for the country and for us, because today we both study political science and we are both passionate about social mobilizations. 

However, behind this photo there is a very good story. He talked to me because he had lied (innocently) to his mother in exchange for going to the protest. He asked me to go with him because he had never been to one and didn't want to go alone. So I painted my best sign and we walked, in full spring sunshine, to get there. We jumped, screamed and ran, definitely an unforgettable experience.

Thanks! I will be waiting for your comments


His name is Juan Pablo <3


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  1. Thiare Meza30 de mayo de 2021 a las 8:31

    Hi Catalina!
    What a good photo and what a good experience! I think it is very nice that you have accompanied him in his first protest, I hope you have many more experiences together.

    I hope you're well and regards!

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