The author reminisces about their childhood in the La Paloma housing complex in the center of Puerto de Veracruz, where they spent time with neighbors Denisse and Betito, children of a single mother. The author recalls the thrill of being unsupervised and the desire to order pizza, a treat usually reserved for special occasions. To fund the pizza, the author and a neighbor, Sergio, started a club to collect money by selling candies, but their savings were stolen. The author's attempt to raise money by asking neighbors for donations was cut short by an angry call from their father, leading to a public embarrassment and a resolve to one day earn enough to buy their own pizzas.

In Tlaxiaco, Oaxaca, the film 'Roma' has brought international attention to the town and its former resident, actress Yalitza Aparicio. Despite Aparicio's success, many local women, burdened with work and economic hardship, have not seen the film. The community values culture and arts, but faces high social and educational disparities, particularly affecting women. While some view Aparicio as an inspiration, others are skeptical about the impact of her success on broader societal change. The town lacks a movie theater, and residents often resort to pirated films for entertainment. Aparicio's Oscar nomination and the attention 'Roma' has brought to the town have sparked hope and pride among the people of Tlaxiaco.

The article discusses the challenges faced by women in Baja California regarding access to safe and legal abortion services. It highlights the role of economic and class disparities, as women with visas and financial means can travel to the United States for abortions, while others resort to unsafe clandestine procedures. The collective Las Bloodys assists women in crossing the border for medical abortions. The article also touches on the social isolation experienced by women who have abortions and the legal issues surrounding miscarriages, which are sometimes prosecuted as homicides. Legal organizations like AsíLegal and GIRE are working to provide legal counsel and document cases where women are unjustly convicted.

Sergio Iván Ruíz Castillo, a freelance photographer, survived the collapse of a nine-story building in Condesa, Mexico City, during an earthquake. Trapped under the rubble and holding his deceased mother's hand, he was rescued after more than 24 hours. His mother and uncle died instantly during the collapse. Sergio was hospitalized with serious injuries but is optimistic about his recovery. He recalls the names of the rescuers and expresses gratitude for their efforts. Facing psychological challenges and without medical insurance, Sergio is open to donations and job offers to rebuild his life.

Lupita Nyong'o, an Oscar-nominated actress for her role in '12 Years a Slave', spent six months in Taxco, Mexico, at the age of 16, immersing herself in the local culture with her sister. Born in Mexico City in 1983 and raised in Kenya, Lupita returned to Mexico to study Spanish at UNAM's Centro de Estudios para Extranjeros. Her teachers, including Alicia Fonol, remembered her as a beautiful and intelligent student with excellent Spanish. Lupita's father, Peter Anyang Nyong'o, had previously taught at the Colegio de México, which may have contributed to her language skills. The Nyong'o sisters lived independently in an apartment rented from artist Violante Ulrich and were active in the school's cultural activities. Locals in Taxco remember Lupita fondly and take pride in her Hollywood success, recognizing her as the Oscar-winning actress. Lupita's mother, Dorothy Nyong'o, highlighted the significance of her daughter's education in acting and the decision to send her to Mexico as pivotal moments in her career.