She was born circa 1739. Her father was Javier Salinas, and her mother was Maria Rosa Longoria. Her father owned land in Porción 29, Mier. In 1750, she lived in Camargo. The census recorded that she was the daughter of a settler, and 14 years old. Her household had 6 people, and they did not receive government aid to move to the colony. In 1757, she lived in Mier in household number 24. The church census recorded that she was married to Don Diego Garcia. She was given the tile "Doña". Her household included 2 people. In 1782, she lived in Mier in household number 60. The church census recorded that she was married, española, and 42 years old. Her household included 8 people. In 1791, she lived in Mier in household number 71. The church census recorded that she was married, española, and 52 years old. Her household included 4 people.