I was born in 1977, just as democracy was beginning to take root in Spain. My family carried the weight of history—my father and grandfather lived through Franco’s dictatorship, proud of their roots but never knowing the full story of what happened to some of our relatives. Their dignity and quiet strength shaped me deeply.
Perhaps that’s why I first studied Political Science, drawn to understanding the forces that shaped our country and my family’s past. But life led me to teaching, like my father before me. After living 25 years away from Asturias, I’ve finally returned to my homeland, where I now teach in a school in Villaviciosa.
I love languages and the bridges they create. My daughter inspires me every day to keep learning and growing. In my classroom, we explore our local culture, write stories, and connect with people across the world—like Rosemary, who helps my students practice English and share their voices.
Teaching is my way of continuing the legacy of those who came before me, and of helping the next generation find pride in who they are and where they come from.
My father, Ramón.
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