Maykol Fares, an eight-year-old migrant from Ecuador, has waited to ride the Flushing Meadows Park carousel for years, finally tall enough to fulfill his dream.
Maykol’s mother shares their journey from Ecuador to the U.S. to escape gang violence, highlighting the resilience of children amid such challenging circumstances.
Today, on his first carousel ride, Maykol’s enthusiasm shines as he chooses to ride the lone lion, a statement of his adventurous spirit.
Maykol’s determination reflects the incredible journey of immigrant families, demonstrating how moments of joy like a carousel ride symbolize hope and new beginnings.
Collection
[
|
...
]