Anita’s journey began in the small town of Sanctorum, Tlaxcala, where she grew up surrounded by the rich traditions of her home state. As a young girl, she spent her days playing outside, climbing trees, and challenging her brothers and their friends to games of trompo, never afraid to get a few scrapes along the way. At 13, she moved to Mexico City, a place that felt overwhelming at first but soon became home.

She found her passion early, working in a beauty salon, where she discovered her talent for styling women’s hair—especially intricate updos. She loved the social aspect of the job, listening to her clients’ stories while creating elegant styles. One of her proudest moments was when her work was featured in a beauty magazine, a recognition of the creativity and skill she poured into her craft.

After years of dedication, Anita eventually stepped away from the salon to focus on her family. She married the love of her life, and together they built a life, raising daughters and later welcoming grandchildren. She supported her husband’s business before they both retired, finally finding the time to pursue another passion: crafts and knitting—something she had always wanted to do but never had the time for before.

One of her happiest memories takes her back to childhood—a day spent playing in the woods, swinging high from a tree. Her friends warned her the rope might break, so she jumped off mid-swing, only to land straight into an agave plant. She found it hilarious, though her father was less amused when she returned home covered in scratches and bruises.