I told my daughter Ximena that she’s my “guinea pig.” Historically, guinea pigs were used in scientific and medical research, which is why the phrase came to mean being the first to try something new, taking risks, and stepping into the unknown while others learn from the experience. So when I compare her to a guinea pig, I’m really honoring her courage — her willingness to be vulnerable, to embrace challenges, and to lead by example. To me and our family, that makes her truly special. She was b