Grandma’s Family Legend By Irma Idalia Garcia Rios

Grandma’s Family Legend tells about a solitary lady having strong devotion to “La Virgen de la Luz.” Two men who thrice attempted to steal from her gave up due to imagined, illuminated parties in her home. The fictitious modern-day story linked to it shows a way legends maintained continuity, and in rare instances, rekindled through “modern-day miracles.” Altered quotes in the legend portion brought life to real characters whose original words have long since been diluted or enhanced through generations, including the author's subjective translation of them into English. It is inspiring, entertaining, and fictitious as is the modern-day story.