Emotionally, I'm unwell. Physically, I'm unwell. Mentally, I'm unwell. Oye shows that love is expansive especially from a grandmother. I miss mine every day. It's an out of body experience learning new things about a constant presence in your life. For me, there was great joy in getting to know my grandma, but also great pain. There's a life time of pain and horrible moments that you didn't experience first hand. Melissa Mollogon masterfully captures the grief of losing a love one that hasn't died yet. You know it's around the corner and that nothing can stop it from happening but by god do you wish you could. 

I want to protect Luciana with my whole being. She's forced into the impossibly difficult situation of being Abue's caretaker while trying to graduate high school and failing to meet her mom's impossible high standards. Her story resonates with me in many ways. I'm glad this story exists even if it caused me immeasurable pain.