Searching for Maria in Miami, lost contact since 2023

It was 1998 when my friend Maria set off on the journey that would separate us. 28 years later, I'm still looking. After years of declining opportunities, the decision to emigrate was made with heavy hearts. Maria was 54 when they left. Strong-willed, determined, and full of hope. For a while, things were good. Maria called regularly from Miami, talking about work in car washes, about the homesickness. They sent money home when they could, which helped us survive. The messages suddenly stopped in 2023. The phone number changed and we didn't get the new one. Social media profiles went dark. Maria had a way of turning any situation into an adventure. Maria would be around 82 now. heavyset, with a booming laugh and gentle eyes. My mother prays for them every single night. If you know Maria or have any information, please help us reconnect. Even a message saying they're okay would mean the world.