Ana has lived in San Miguel for 45 years. She is the creator of several representative festivals such as San Miguel Cantador, Hecho en San Miguel, El Cordero and El Mezcal. She is also a founding member of the Business Coordinating Council; she is an entrepreneur and mother of two.
How would you describe yourself in three words?
A fighter, loyal, honest
What song best sums up your life?
Todo a Pulmón by Alejandro Lerner
What kind of publication would you be the cover of?
Time Magazine
What do you do for fun?
Hang out with friends and walk my dogs
What inspires you?
Youth participation
What do you value most in a person?
Consistency
What is your ideal vacation plan?
A road trip around the world
What do you appreciate most in life?
Life itself
What is your favorite dessert? From where?
Mousse au chocolat – at my house
What is your favorite bad word?
Egg!
Why live in San Miguel?
Because my roots are here
Tequila or mezcal? Where?
Whisky, at the Azotea
Taco, torta, tamale? Where?
Tacos at Brasimix
What public person would you not let in your house?
“Un ching*” (a lot) hahaha
If you were able to change anything in the world, what would it be?
Inequality, opportunities for the kids
How do you contribute to make San Miguel a better place to live?
For a long time – with my ideas, my time, and my energy
What does it mean to you to be an “expatriate / responsible citizen” of San Miguel?
Citizen participation
What would you recommend to someone who is considering moving to San Miguel?
To come and participate in this cosmopolitan society
What do you think makes San Miguel a unique and special city?
Its people
What worries you most about the future of San Miguel?
Overgrowth
What excites you most about the future of San Miguel?
That the kids are waking up and participating more and more in decision making
