Their Guardian, Their Message—and Their Redemption
Meet Blackie—their loyal dog and silent guardian.
Once abandoned as a pup, Blackie found Maria and Miguel. And he never left. “He’s never let anything bad happen to us,” Miguel says. “This dog knows more about loyalty than most humans.”
They’ve never had a break-in. Never had an incident. Even when they’re away working odd jobs or collecting recyclables, Blackie stays and protects their home.
Now in their 40s, Maria and Miguel no longer feel ashamed of where they live.
“We used to hide,” Maria says. “But now we want people to know—love makes a home. Not bricks.”
Their story has inspired people across Colombia and beyond. What started as desperation became transformation. What looked like rock bottom became a foundation.
They’ve never begged for help. But people have visited. Donated. Listened.
“We may live in a sewer,” Miguel says, “but we built something cleaner than most hearts.”
Could you live like this—for love?