In Dreaming in Cuban by Cristina Garcia, immigration plays a large role in terms of family dynamics. Firstly, the family is separated by political ideals regarding the revolution that is taking place in Cuba. Secondly, they are also separated by location. Some are living in Cuba, while others reside in America. Celia del Pino, supporter of El Lidér and the revolution, remains faithful to Cuba throughout her life. She also remains infatuated with her Spaniard lover long after their love affair ends. She contemplates leaving to Spain depending on the sex of her child with Jorge del Pino. If she gave birth to a boy she would flee to Spain. Lourdes is born and Celia is stuck with Jorge, essentially. Eventually they have three children Felicia,
