This work is in memory and dedicated to Carmelita's late niece, Chona Sarte who was an avid defender of the environment, leading many projects for the California Environmental Protection agency and touched many people's lives, making a huge impact on them through her work and dedication. About Chona, Carmelita writes,"...my niece...volunteered internationally every summer during her college years on her own expenses. Sadly, she passed away this year of an undetected heart condition. She was a sustainable energy promoter, and she was appointed by Govenor Newsom as Deputy Director of External Affairs. Prior to this position, she worked as PR staff of the State Dept. of EPA. As you can see, I surely miss her and am so proud of her accomplishments during the short 32 yrs of her life."
You can read Govenor Newsom's statement on Chona Sarte's passing here
and more about her here.
