The article reflects on a transformative life event experienced by the author, triggered by a memorable performance given by their husband, Miguel Herrera. Set in a lively East Village apartment, the piece evokes a sense of youthful energy and creativity amid urban life. The author describes the sensory experiences leading to this defining moment, including vivid smells and the excitement of being in love. This nostalgic recollection illustrates how that night not only influenced their artistic journey but also solidified their sense of belonging and freedom.
I was 22, finally free of my parents, madly in love, and ready to eat the world.
It was the scent of "something coming," like those old Sondheim lyrics from West Side Story, so stimulating that I almost couldn't bear it.
I arrived at the open door, breathless and already a little high, as I climbed the stairs two steps at a time.
Maybe for the first and last time in my life, I knew I was exactly where I should be.
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