Adopt An Abuela
Maria Rita Marentes Medina
Birthday: May 22
Fondly known as Rita, a spunky 73 year old who's living life on her own terms! This fierce lady has never tied the knot or had kiddos of her own, but her love for pizza and all colors is off the charts! When she's not chilling in front of the T.V., jazzing up her look with headbands and sparkly rings! But hey, don't get her a bouquet of flowers - they're not her thing.
Maria Mata Rangel
Birthday: May 8
Known fondly as Mary. With a hundred years of wisdom woven into her being, she radiates vitality and vigor. Blessed with three children and a brood of grandchildren, Mary cherishes the warmth of family. She delights at the thought of beefy veggie soup and the color blue is her favorite! Mary loves oranges and is a master of the art of conversation!
Maria Loreto Trejo Castrellon
Birthday: May 29
Simply known as Loreto to all her adoring fans! At 80 years young, she's a lady who knows what she likes; apples, flowers and soaking up the warm sun, baskingin the warmth. She's also a cookie connoisseur and a nap quees! When it comes to favorite colors, well, let's just say she's too cool to pick just one.
Juana Gaspar Rivera
Birthday: January 27
Meet the sensational Juanita who is 72 years young! This enchilada and stuffed pepper fan has a family tree that's blooming with 4 kids, 5 grandkids and 2 great-grandkids. Her signature color is pink, and when she's not binging on TV shows, she's singing her heart out like a true rockstar!
Irene Camacho Rodriguez
Birthday: August 7
Meet the fabulous Irene! At 92 years young, she's never tied the knot or had any kids of her own, but she's got a whole bunch of nieces and nephews who adore her. This lovely lady's favorites include chicken veggie soup, the fiery color red, juicy mangoes and bright yellow flowers. When she's not strolling in the great outdoors, she's munching down on her favorite treats or playing with balloons!
Eva Camacho Rodriguez
Birthday: August 7
Meet the marvelous Eva! At 92, she's still ticking and happens to have a twin sister named Irene. Eva is all about macaroni salad, the color white and grapes. She's got a loving family of two nephews and four nieces but didn't have any kids of her own. Some of her favorite things to do is belt out a tune, bask in the sunshine and enjoy the flowers!
Eva Castillo Davila
Birthday: December 17
Meet the legendary Eva, clocking in at 92 years young! She has a family tree that branches out to three children, 11 grandkids and eight great-grandkids! Her taste buds sing with joy at the thought of a warm bowl of Pozole and grapes. When it comes to flowers, she's all about roses! But really, any flower is a win! Her color palette is simple, yet timeless, with grey and navy blue taking top billing. When she's not soaking up the sunshine, she's chatting up a storm about Jesus!
Maria del Refugio Luevano
Birthday: February 20
Meet the wonderful Maria, who folks lovingly call Cuca. She's a sprightly 78 years young with a big family of three children, seven grandkids and two great-grandkids. Her taste buds go wild for beans, cactus and soup. But nothing beats her go-to snack, oranges and bananas! Her favorite color is purple and she's crazy about sunflowers! When she's not stitching up a masterpiece with her talented embroidery skills, she's out for a walk, belting out her favorite tunes or catching up on the latest T.V. shows.
Teresa Islas Velasco
Birthday: October 3
Meet the fabulous Teresa who goes by the name Tere! She's a spunky 92 year old with a big family! Her family includes five children and a bunch of grandkids to keep her on her toes! Purple and rose are her go-to colors. When she's not snoozing, she loves to kick back and watch T.V. or spend time with loved ones.
Micaela Esparaza Valadez
Birthday: September 29
Meet the amazing Micaela. She's a 90 year young lady who never tied the knot or raised any kiddos, but boy does she have a whold bunch of nieces and nephews to love on! Her secret to a long life? A big spoonful of veggie soup mixed with fluffy rice and a side of sweet bananas! She's a fan of all things pink and yellow. When she could, she was an amazing cook! She now loves to take a good nap or snuggle up with her T.V.
Maria del Rosario Montes Avila
Birthday: October 7
Meet the lovely Maria, better known as the charming Chayito who is 85 years young! She grew up working the corn field and she is a proud mama to one son who brightens up her day with his visits. When it comes to food, her heart beats for cactus with beans! But wait, there's more! She's a plant and flower enthusiast who loves nothing more than a refreshing stroll in nature.
Maria Eustolia Espino Diaz
Birthday: December 10
Meet the fabulous Maria, or as her friends call her, Eustolia! She's a magnificent 83 years young lady! While she doesn't have a bunch of kids of her own, she does have a bunch of nieces and nephews. She has a love for enchiladas and stuffed peppers! When it comes to fruity delights, she can't get enough of papaya, mango and banana! She loves nothing more than getting lost in a field of yellow and red flowers. Sleeping is something she's a natural at, but she always enjoys a good stroll!
