In the United States, in the early 1960s, a small household is shaken by the sudden death of the family's mother. Manny, the father, struggles to cope with the loss and care for his two young daughters, especially the more sensitive one, little Mary. Amid the emotional chaos, the family decides to hire a nanny to help look after the children and maintain order in the home. That's when an African American woman named Corrina arrives, bringing not only her ability to care for the girls but also a spark of life and joy that the family has been missing.
As Corrina integrates into the family's life, she begins to positively influence each of them. The special relationship she develops with Mary helps the girl heal her pain and rediscover happiness. However, Corrina's arrival also triggers a series of racial and social tensions. While the family faces the community's prejudices, friendship and love also blossom, challenging the norms of the time.
Through laughter and tears, the story captures the essence of family, love, healing, and acceptance, showing that even in difficult times, human connection can overcome any obstacle. In this way, each character learns something valuable about life, pain, and, above all, the power of love.