“According to legend, there was a beautiful goddess who was infatuated with Coquí, the son of a great Taíno chief. She would protect him. In return, he would worship her. One evening, she changed herself into a Taíno maiden so she could go to him. They fell in love.” Her eyes went soft and dreamy at the mention of love. “They made plans to see each other the next night, but instead the evil and jealous Juracán arrived.” Her voice lowered and deepened. “The sky blackened, and his winds howled. The goddess tried to protect Coquí, but Juracán snatched him away.” Her hands made a snatching motion,
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