Your Amiga era starts here.

Hey Amiga, I’m Maria! ♡

Born in ’83, raised on ’90s music, and currently in my making-memories-not-excuses era.

I’m a mom of two, a union construction accountant, and the founder of Amigas in the Inland Empire. My family and friends know me as Lupe or Lupita—because in a Mexican family, one name is rarely the whole story. 😂

As my kids got older and needed me a little less (rude, honestly 😂), I realized something was missing: friendships and community with women in the same season of life.

Between work, motherhood, and that never-ending to-do list, my social life had taken a back seat. And a lot of social groups seemed geared toward a younger crowd. I wanted a space for women who could relate to real-life responsibilities but still wanted to get out, laugh, explore, and have fun.

So in 2024, I created Amigas in the IE—not because I had it all figured out, but because I knew I couldn’t be the only one craving more than the daily routine.

Today, we’re saying yes to new friendships, hikes, brunches, creative nights, and getaways. Because being the person everyone depends on doesn’t mean we stop being us.

We’re not too old to make new friends. We’re just getting started!

Your Amiga era starts here. 💗

Con cariño, Maria
Your Millennial Amiga ♡