Cuban Woman in the U.S. Sends Essential Goods to Family in Cuba

In Cuba, power outages are a common struggle, making canned goods a near necessity. A Cuban woman living in the United States has become adept at sending packages to her family on the island. Through resourcefulness and frugality, she manages to include items like sardines, peanut butter, and seasonings in large quantities, always hunting for the most cost-effective options to continue supporting her loved ones.

Known on TikTok as @solanssamper1998, she shares her process of organizing shipments from Miami. "With the current situation regarding electricity over there, I've been sending a lot of canned goods," she explained. Among her recommendations are products from Dollar Tree, such as canned hot dogs, spaghetti, and chicken, as well as popular seasonings purchased from Martínez, the store where her husband works. "I prefer these larger versions because they last longer," she mentioned.

The video has caught the attention of others who also send goods to Cuba. Some viewers expressed gratitude for the tips, while others inquired about the shipping agency she uses or the store locations. Comments from her audience included sentiments like, "Your family isn't the government, blessings for what you do for them," "Cans are really heavy, but it's worth it," and "Thanks for sharing your ideas! You inspire me."

For those needing to send aid to the island, these insights are invaluable, highlighting the shortages many Cuban families face and the dedication of emigrants to not abandon their relatives, even if it means carrying heavy boxes and finding the most economical way to do so.